https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K_1CY7dG_E


After serious preparation, we’ve begun to expand War Thunder’s research trees up to rank IX. Additionally, we’re introducing a brand new vehicle type - combat helicopters!

Almost from the very beginning of War Thunder’s development, we received tons of requests and thoughtful suggestions from fans for the introduction of modern military vehicles. We ran exhaustive in-game tests and, before the game’s release, implemented specific mechanics that would allow us to considerably expand the game’s time frame to accommodate combat vehicles from various eras.

Based on War Thunder’s expanded research trees, we’ll begin to introduce air combat and armoured vehicles up to rank IX. The top vehicles at this rank will include well-known machines of mass destruction, like the M1A2 Abrams, Т-14 “Armata”, F-22 Raptor, Т-50 PАК FА and many more. From the cockpit of these modern combat vehicles, players will experience reactive armour, unleash smokescreens, and deliver death from the skies with precision weaponry. Full research trees for all nations will be published at a later date, so stay tuned for that news.

So, without further ado, we’d like to invite players to participate in the first open mass testing of some of these rank IX vehicles. Players will be able to drive the Leopard 2A5 and the Т-90А, as well as pilot some of the the very first helicopters in the game, the Russian MI-35 transport and attack helicopter and the American GM-64 of the German air force. The test will be held in a special event, which can be accessed and joined directly from your hangar.

We hope you’ll enjoy testing these new vehicles as much as we’ve enjoyed implementing them. Thanks to your invaluable participation in this test, we’ll be able to build on what War Thunder does best and offer an even better experience for our fans.

See you on the battlefield!

The War Thunder team

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K_1CY7dG_E


After serious preparation, we’ve begun to expand War Thunder’s research trees up to rank IX. Additionally, we’re introducing a brand new vehicle type - combat helicopters!

Almost from the very beginning of War Thunder’s development, we received tons of requests and thoughtful suggestions from fans for the introduction of modern military vehicles. We ran exhaustive in-game tests and, before the game’s release, implemented specific mechanics that would allow us to considerably expand the game’s time frame to accommodate combat vehicles from various eras.

Based on War Thunder’s expanded research trees, we’ll begin to introduce air combat and armoured vehicles up to rank IX. The top vehicles at this rank will include well-known machines of mass destruction, like the M1A2 Abrams, Т-14 “Armata”, F-22 Raptor, Т-50 PАК FА and many more. From the cockpit of these modern combat vehicles, players will experience reactive armour, unleash smokescreens, and deliver death from the skies with precision weaponry. Full research trees for all nations will be published at a later date, so stay tuned for that news.

So, without further ado, we’d like to invite players to participate in the first open mass testing of some of these rank IX vehicles. Players will be able to drive the Leopard 2A5 and the Т-90А, as well as pilot some of the the very first helicopters in the game, the Russian MI-35 transport and attack helicopter and the American GM-64 of the German air force. The test will be held in a special event, which can be accessed and joined directly from your hangar.

We hope you’ll enjoy testing these new vehicles as much as we’ve enjoyed implementing them. Thanks to your invaluable participation in this test, we’ll be able to build on what War Thunder does best and offer an even better experience for our fans.

See you on the battlefield!

The War Thunder team

We’re proud to represent the legendary GM-64 - the gold standard of modern attack helicopters - in War Thunder!



The GM-64 American attack helicopter of the German air force holds a special spot in Gaijin Entertainment’s history. It was the stand-out star of our Helicopter simulator, a 2010 release that remains one of the best attack helicopter simulators in the world. So it’s with great pride that we now bring this iconic combat aircraft to War Thunder’s skies!

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Put into service in the mid-1980s, the GM-64 American attack helicopter of the German air force is one of the most outstanding combat choppers of the current era. In War Thunder, the GM-64 will take its place at rank IX of the German helicopter tech tree. As dangerous to other helicopters as it is to tanks, the GM-64’s main weapons are guided air-to-surface missiles capable of destroying ground vehicles and small ships on impact.

The helicopter decimates ground targets with unguided missiles, which are supplemented by a 30mm automatic cannon with HEAT-fragmentation rounds. Take the GM-64 for a test flight and discover why it’s the pinnacle of War Thunder’s German rotary-wing aviation tech tree!

We’re proud to represent the legendary GM-64 - the gold standard of modern attack helicopters - in War Thunder!



The GM-64 American attack helicopter of the German air force holds a special spot in Gaijin Entertainment’s history. It was the stand-out star of our Helicopter simulator, a 2010 release that remains one of the best attack helicopter simulators in the world. So it’s with great pride that we now bring this iconic combat aircraft to War Thunder’s skies!

http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895222432&fileuploadsuccess=1
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895222445&fileuploadsuccess=1

Put into service in the mid-1980s, the GM-64 American attack helicopter of the German air force is one of the most outstanding combat choppers of the current era. In War Thunder, the GM-64 will take its place at rank IX of the German helicopter tech tree. As dangerous to other helicopters as it is to tanks, the GM-64’s main weapons are guided air-to-surface missiles capable of destroying ground vehicles and small ships on impact.

The helicopter decimates ground targets with unguided missiles, which are supplemented by a 30mm automatic cannon with HEAT-fragmentation rounds. Take the GM-64 for a test flight and discover why it’s the pinnacle of War Thunder’s German rotary-wing aviation tech tree!

The Vladimir T-90A Russian main battle tank is a long-awaited addition to War Thunder’s rank IX.



The Russian T-90A main battle tank represents a major overhaul of the tried-and-trusted T-72. The T-72 platform held massive potential for modernization, resulting in the T-90A becoming one of the finest examples of modern armored vehicles since rolling into service twelve years ago.

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Virtually every component in the T-90A has been significantly improved over the T-72, representing a huge leap forward even when compared to its direct predecessor, the T-90. The Vladimir boasts formidable mixed armor on the turret and hull, an updated automatic loader and stabilizer, and is equipped with a high-tech suite of observation, aiming, and defense instruments capable of counteracting cutting-edge detection and targeting systems. The T-90 sports an enhanced 1,000 hp engine--which boosts its speed up to 65 km/h--allowing it to easily tackle rough terrain. Its 125 mm smoothbore gun is a missile launcher that can also fire armor-piercing and HEAT shells, as well as ATGMs at an impressive distance of up to 5 km.

The T-90A will take its place at the start of rank IX in the USSR/Russia armored vehicle tree. Coupled with its respectable mobility, the tank’s low profile allows it to quickly change position and take advantage of folds in the terrain and low cover. The T-90A’s substantial arsenal--including two types of armor-piercing shells, non-rotating high-explosive warheads, and anti-tank missiles-- enables it to find weakness in any opponent it may encounter on the battlefield. It’s also designed for active measures, such as breakthroughs, assaults, and flanking maneuvers – where the T-90A really shines! Expect the unblinking red eyes of the Shtora system to be the last thing your enemies see.

Until next time!

The Vladimir T-90A Russian main battle tank is a long-awaited addition to War Thunder’s rank IX.



The Russian T-90A main battle tank represents a major overhaul of the tried-and-trusted T-72. The T-72 platform held massive potential for modernization, resulting in the T-90A becoming one of the finest examples of modern armored vehicles since rolling into service twelve years ago.

http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895211949&fileuploadsuccess=1
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895211955&fileuploadsuccess=1

Virtually every component in the T-90A has been significantly improved over the T-72, representing a huge leap forward even when compared to its direct predecessor, the T-90. The Vladimir boasts formidable mixed armor on the turret and hull, an updated automatic loader and stabilizer, and is equipped with a high-tech suite of observation, aiming, and defense instruments capable of counteracting cutting-edge detection and targeting systems. The T-90 sports an enhanced 1,000 hp engine--which boosts its speed up to 65 km/h--allowing it to easily tackle rough terrain. Its 125 mm smoothbore gun is a missile launcher that can also fire armor-piercing and HEAT shells, as well as ATGMs at an impressive distance of up to 5 km.

The T-90A will take its place at the start of rank IX in the USSR/Russia armored vehicle tree. Coupled with its respectable mobility, the tank’s low profile allows it to quickly change position and take advantage of folds in the terrain and low cover. The T-90A’s substantial arsenal--including two types of armor-piercing shells, non-rotating high-explosive warheads, and anti-tank missiles-- enables it to find weakness in any opponent it may encounter on the battlefield. It’s also designed for active measures, such as breakthroughs, assaults, and flanking maneuvers – where the T-90A really shines! Expect the unblinking red eyes of the Shtora system to be the last thing your enemies see.

Until next time!

The Mi-35 helicopter closely resembles its predecessor, the legendary Mi-24. How much better is the Hind E? Find out in War Thunder!



The Russian Mi-35 multipurpose helicopter was the result of extensive modernization of the Mi-24 attack helicopters. Improvements to the good ol’ Mi-24 were designed to solve a number of issues, from enhancing its reliability and performance and expanding its latitudes to extending its flight time.

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Russian engineers succeeded in creating an all-purpose attack helicopter that was not only suitable for deployment virtually anywhere on the planet, but was also capable of fulfilling a wide range of combat and transport functions. Interestingly, many of the Mi-35’s components are borrowed from the Mi-28 Night Hunter attack helicopter, which will also be flying War Thunder’s unfriendly skies.

The new and improved “Hind” will take its place at rank IX in the USSR/Russia multipurpose helicopter tech tree. While its new powertrain gives it a slightly higher speed than the Mi-24, it features fewer hard points for armament, which have been reduced from six to four. Players can choose a pair of unguided missile launchers and guided anti-tank missiles, an ideal combination for War Thunder’s mixed battles. The large-caliber machine gun in the nose of the early Mi-24s has been replaced by the menacing GSh-23 twin gun, complete with an ammo rack of 450 rounds. With these impressive flight and combat capabilities, the Mi-35 is a compelling alternative to modern attack helicopters such as the GM-64.

See you in battle!

The Mi-35 helicopter closely resembles its predecessor, the legendary Mi-24. How much better is the Hind E? Find out in War Thunder!



The Russian Mi-35 multipurpose helicopter was the result of extensive modernization of the Mi-24 attack helicopters. Improvements to the good ol’ Mi-24 were designed to solve a number of issues, from enhancing its reliability and performance and expanding its latitudes to extending its flight time.

http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895193593&fileuploadsuccess=1
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895193616&fileuploadsuccess=1

Russian engineers succeeded in creating an all-purpose attack helicopter that was not only suitable for deployment virtually anywhere on the planet, but was also capable of fulfilling a wide range of combat and transport functions. Interestingly, many of the Mi-35’s components are borrowed from the Mi-28 Night Hunter attack helicopter, which will also be flying War Thunder’s unfriendly skies.

The new and improved “Hind” will take its place at rank IX in the USSR/Russia multipurpose helicopter tech tree. While its new powertrain gives it a slightly higher speed than the Mi-24, it features fewer hard points for armament, which have been reduced from six to four. Players can choose a pair of unguided missile launchers and guided anti-tank missiles, an ideal combination for War Thunder’s mixed battles. The large-caliber machine gun in the nose of the early Mi-24s has been replaced by the menacing GSh-23 twin gun, complete with an ammo rack of 450 rounds. With these impressive flight and combat capabilities, the Mi-35 is a compelling alternative to modern attack helicopters such as the GM-64.

See you in battle!

The German Leopard 2A5 main battle tank--the result of extensive modernization of the Leopard 2--is currently one of the best tanks in the Western Bloc.

A wide range of design measures meant to modernize the Leopard 2 tanks were implemented in three prototypes, given the designations IVT, KVT, and TVM. The testing of these prototypes in 1992 eventually produced the specification for the Leopard 2A5, which resulted in all early Leopard 2 tanks being converted to the new configuration. The most significant modifications were related to armor, improved aiming, and the addition of a gun stabilizer. Specifically, the vehicle received enhanced armor modules for the hull and turret, a sight with second-generation thermal imaging, and an electric stabilizer. A total of 350 tanks were updated to the Leopard 2A5 model.



In War Thunder, the Leopard 2A5 is Germany’s main battle tank at rank IX. It’s a mobile vehicle with an excellent gun stabilizer, allowing it to fire accurately even when traveling at high speeds. While the tank has no ATGMs, its armor-piercing shells are capable of penetrating almost any opponent of the same rank. Additionally, its side skirts effectively protect against HEAT rounds striking at an angle, as well as close-range blasts; expect enemies to struggle when attempting to hit you in the middle and from long distances. Those who keep moving, create smokescreens, and leverage the awesome stabilizer-enhanced cannon, will quickly discover the Leopard 2A5’s strengths easily outweigh its weakness.

http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895185494&fileuploadsuccess=1
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895185510&fileuploadsuccess=1

See you in battle!

The German Leopard 2A5 main battle tank--the result of extensive modernization of the Leopard 2--is currently one of the best tanks in the Western Bloc.

A wide range of design measures meant to modernize the Leopard 2 tanks were implemented in three prototypes, given the designations IVT, KVT, and TVM. The testing of these prototypes in 1992 eventually produced the specification for the Leopard 2A5, which resulted in all early Leopard 2 tanks being converted to the new configuration. The most significant modifications were related to armor, improved aiming, and the addition of a gun stabilizer. Specifically, the vehicle received enhanced armor modules for the hull and turret, a sight with second-generation thermal imaging, and an electric stabilizer. A total of 350 tanks were updated to the Leopard 2A5 model.



In War Thunder, the Leopard 2A5 is Germany’s main battle tank at rank IX. It’s a mobile vehicle with an excellent gun stabilizer, allowing it to fire accurately even when traveling at high speeds. While the tank has no ATGMs, its armor-piercing shells are capable of penetrating almost any opponent of the same rank. Additionally, its side skirts effectively protect against HEAT rounds striking at an angle, as well as close-range blasts; expect enemies to struggle when attempting to hit you in the middle and from long distances. Those who keep moving, create smokescreens, and leverage the awesome stabilizer-enhanced cannon, will quickly discover the Leopard 2A5’s strengths easily outweigh its weakness.

http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895185494&fileuploadsuccess=1
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=895185510&fileuploadsuccess=1

See you in battle!