Years have passed since the IS-3 Defender became an overnight legend. In the first fight, this heavy came up against several enemy tanks… and the Defender destroyed them all; it was almost too easy. Then there was more fighting, more battles and there were thousands of fallen enemies. It seemed that no opponent or teammate would ever match up against this Soviet heavy. But sooner or later, the balance would be restored.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enL6JOx98H8

Somewhere in a desert across the ocean, behind thick barbed fences and beyond barriers and checkpoints, in a sterile garage, a tired engineer in a white robe said: “Done!” There was a strange hum. The siren then blared, and the gate opened, the rays of the sun beamed down and hit the blackened armor. At the rear of the vehicle and on its long-barreled gun lightning sparked, and the black armored vehicle soon shot off. This was the T28 Defender seeking its first fight, and it will soon go down in history.

Until 8 March, you will have the opportunity to get your hands on the T28 Defender, or if you prefer, get both of these unique machines, the IS-3 Defender and T28 Defender, with full equipment loadouts. Get hold of these unstoppable powers!

A folder with these documents was found in a roadside motel room in Nevada. We don’t know who the guy who left them is, we just know he arrived late last night, frightened and shaken up. Any sound would make him twitchy and turn around to check it out. Plus, the headlights of a passing car spooked him so much he almost ran away. Something was definitely up. He just seemed to disappear after locking himself in his room. No-one saw him leave. It’s all too strange.




We don’t even know what we are working on. We never get any information ahead of time, it’s all on a day-to-day basis. The work plan, if such a thing exists, is kept somewhere among the black jackets, but the soldiers stand guard up at the entrance to their wing at all hours of the day. They say it’s for our safety. I don’t believe a word of it.


A T28 Prototype was delivered to the base and then the project name was revealed—Defender.



The first point was strengthening the armor. We increased the thickness of the turret’s front to 215 mm, then we added a roof for extra protection. When the TD was on the firing and artillery range, tests showed that at mid- to long-range, the turret could withstand hits from medium tank weaponry.

The frontal armor was left unchanged: 203 mm tilted at such an angle that it’s an effort to hit it at mid-range. Of course, especially powerful weapons at short distances will be able to penetrate this, but the T28 Defender isn’t one for close combat.

We also took care of the sides: instead of 50 mm, there’s now 75 mm over the tracks. This will allow the T28 Defender to confidently angle its armor to block shells when firing from cover. The tracks have also been covered with 5-mm screens, this means that the vehicle will be harder to stop and penetrate with HE or HEAT shells.


Yesterday, we spent the entire day signing the non-disclosure agreement. Then suddenly this morning, we discovered this thing in the garage, similar to an aircraft turbine. It was the engine, and according to documents, it boasts 750 horsepower. That’s all we know at the moment. How it even works is unclear. It took several days to prepare the hull and install the engine. When it started, we saw lightning running through the engine compartment. What is this thing?



This strange engine did the trick. There are rumours going around that it’s some sort of extra-terrestrial technology. When tested, the T28 Defender was able to hit 20 km/h in about 3 seconds and reach top speed of 30 km/h in about 7 seconds. Even rough terrain barely slows this monster down.

The turret is one of the key features of the T28 Prototype, and we managed to keep it. Despite its rotational restriction of 286 degrees, the T28 Defender is able to quickly respond to the emergence of new targets. Thanks to the turret, the low turning speed of the chassis isn’t so noticeable. And that’s not to mention it’s increased the chance of survival in battle.


The theory of a gun based on an electromagnetic accelerator is known to us, but today we saw it in an actual real-life weapon. The best design engineers are within our team and none of us have created such a weapon—we were just instructed to turn the screws, here and there. Who made this weapon...?



Through one way or another, this weapon has enormous power. Its magazine can store 3 rounds, each recharging in 6.67 seconds, and reloading entirely takes 22 seconds. This gun isn’t the most accurate, but it can penetrate 225 mm with standard ammunition and deals 400 damage per shot. In just 14 secs, the T28 Defender can take away 1,200 HP from enemy forces!

The weapon testing went amazingly, and the project reached its final stage. We are proud to have helped create the T28 Defender, a weapon seriously ahead of its time in all respects. This vehicle is designed for fighting on the second line and the mighty armor and the autoloading gun make it a formidable opponent. Team up with a heavy tank that can cover when you need to reload and this T28 variant can quickly remove the enemy’s key machines from the fight.



Everything has its price: our team already knows so many secrets that it would be dangerous for us to leave here, plus they can put us to work on creating more weapons of the future. But I have an escape plan. The time’s come to put it into action!

Just two words: Mad Games! From March 15, the mad modifications will be back for a week, but this time they will be available on a greater number of maps. Which means battles in this mode will become even more diverse! In the meantime, while everyone is waiting for the crazy arenas to open their gates, you can use the time and start researching the brand-new Chinese tank destroyers from February 21.

https://youtu.be/y-NkKF911kA

• A branch of Chinese tank destroyers was added:
  
  • WZ-131G FT
    
  • T-34-2G FT
    
  • WZ-111-1G FT
    
  • WZ-111G FT
    
  • WZ-113G FT
• The Shellthrower top gun of the Scavenger: the caliber display for the 32-pdr HEAT Mk. 21 High-Explosive Anti-Tank shell was fixed (94 instead of 90 mm).
  
• Valentine II: engine power was increased from 140 to 160 hp.

From March 15 through 21, the Mad Games arenas will open their gates again. Battles will be fought in Tier V–X vehicles on all maps available in the Supremacy mode. We'll tell you all the details about the upcoming fun in a separate article soon—stay tuned!

• New warpaints were introduced:
  
  • Wild legendary camouflage for the Leopard 1. Cost: 2,550 gold. Changes the tank name in battle to Leopard 1 Wild.
    
    
  • Origin legendary camouflage for the T-54 first prototype. Cost: 1,450 gold.
    
    
  • Old Signora rare camouflage. Cost: 65–750 credits depending on the vehicle tier. Free resupply.
    
    
  • Galácticos rare camouflage. Cost: 65–750 credits depending on the vehicle tier. Free resupply.
    
• In Update 5.8, the Nine Lives and Verdun Forest camouflages can be resupplied for free.
  
• The cost of different camouflage types was brought into uniformity. The current price ranges depend on the vehicle tier:
  
  • Common camouflage: 50–3,000 credits.
    
  • Rare camouflage using credits: 42,000–600,000 credits.
    
  • Rare camouflage using gold: 65–750 gold.
    
  • Rare camouflage for specific vehicles: 105–1,200 gold.
    
  • Legendary camouflage: 125–2,550 gold.
• The cost of the following attachments was changed:
  
  • Tank-o'-lantern and Wasted Shot: Tier V—185 gold, Tier VII—325 gold, Tier VIII—435 gold.
    
  • American Eagle: Tier VII—1,950 gold, VIII—2,500 gold, Tier X—4,000 gold.
    
  • Steel Pike, Forward, and Pioneer: Tier VIII—2,500 gold.
    
  • Flagship, Corporal, and Commander: Tier X—4,000 gold.

Now, you can combine certificates for Free XP:

• A Common certificate grants you 200 Free XP. 10 Common certificates can be combined into 1 Rare certificate.
  
• A Rare certificate grants you 2,300 Free XP. 10 Rare certificates can be combined into 1 Epic certificate.
  
• An Epic certificate grants you 28,000 Free XP. 10 Epic certificates can be combined into 1 Legendary certificate.
  
• A Legendary certificate grants you 350,000 Free XP.

• Temporary avatars will be given for 3 and 7 days instead of 12 and 72 hours.
  
• The ammunition screen was improved: upon clicking the shell icon, its characteristics and detailed description are now displayed.
  
• The items receipt screen was improved. Now, the number of received items is shown not in the upper left corner of the icon, but in the center, instead of the word "Item".
  
• Twister season items were removed from the Storage: Cups and tickets to Echelon Championships (Lower, Middle, and Top), tickets to Grand Championship Tournaments. Items of the New Year's Adventure and World of Ducks events were also removed: Candy Canes, Lucky Tickets, Garage Improvements, camouflages and backgrounds for the New Year tree, Ring Buoys.

• Upon achieving the highest clan supply level, players now see the correct status ("Researched by the clan" instead of "Researched" indicating the level progress).
  
• Equipment for the T-46 was changed. Now, players can mount Improved Ventilation instead of Gun Rammer in the first slot of level I.
  
• The bug, where multiple hints about a new attachment being available for the vehicle were shown each time players selected this vehicle, was fixed.
  
• Lighting, unplanned passages, terrain subsidence, and the rocket taking off again upon reconnecting to the game session were fixed on the Faust map.
  
• The cases, where water textures were displayed incorrectly on some maps, were fixed.
  
• The online players counter now displays a correct value.
  
• Various screens, notifications, and descriptions were improved.
  
• General bugs and client crashes were fixed.

The great hunt begins! These Chinese tank destroyers are warming up their engines and loading their guns in anticipation of taking to the Blitz battlefield! As soon as Update 5.8 goes live, prepare yourself: these vehicles show no mercy!


Researchable from the Type T-34 for 23,700 XP.

We start off the branch with a lightly armored agile tank destroyer. It’s not got the best top speed, but its movement and maneuverability make up for that. With quick acceleration, the WZ-131G-FT can instantly top 20 km/h, and in a couple of seconds hits 30 km/h. To reach its true top speed, this vehicle needs a little less than 10 seconds.



The front of the WZ-131G-FT only offers 35 mm of armor and even with its good angling, you shouldn’t rely on it too much. Instead, take advantage of cover, the vehicle’s mobility and its firepower. The base 85-mm gun has 145 mm armor penetration but offers more than 2500 damage per minute. The “top” gun isn’t particularly fast-firing but can penetrate 181 mm and deals 280 damage per shot, meaning you can do almost 2,200 damage per minute. All in all, this Tier VI TD is such a pleasure to play, you won’t even notice how much XP you’re earning!


Researchable from the WZ-131G-FT for 48,200 XP.

This Chinese TD resembles the Soviet SU-122-44 and SU-122-54. The T-34-2G FT also has good mobility and can always change direction or quickly get to a good position.



Its sloping frontal armor has a thickness of 70 mm, won’t provide great protection and can only repel shells from the weakest guns. So, the tactics of the T-34-2G FT don’t veer far from its predecessor: move, support allies from a distance and dish out damage.

The standard cannon penetrates 189 mm of armor, fires 8 times a minute and deals 280 damage per shot. With this on board, you can comfortably invest in the remaining modules and then reach the 122-mm “destructor”. The top gun deals 400 damage and can penetrate 192 mm of armor, yielding 2500 damage per minute. The T-34-2G FT will bite painfully and often—opponents might not appreciate it, but you certainly will!


Researchable from the T-34-2G FT for 91,000 XP.

At Tier VIII, the branch of Chinese TDs moves from the agile chassis of the medium tank to the slow, but well-protected, chassis of the heavies. Using the WZ-111 as a base, the WZ-111-1G FT has good movement and decent armor.



The forehead of the hull forms a “pike nose” and at 100 mm, it works as expected: it depends how you angle your vehicle. The WZ-111-1G FT’s conning tower is protected by 180 mm of armor, but its armor plates are only slightly angled. In the heat of battle, penetration can’t be avoided, but at mid- to long-range, the armor can block a fair amount of damage.

You’ll start off with a 122-mm gun with quite “adult” characteristics: 5.69 rounds per minute, 248 mm of armor penetration and 400 damage per shot. It also benefits from high accuracy and a quick aim time, so you won’t find yourself striving for the top gun, but you will still need to research it to move up. The “top” 130-mm gun penetrates 3 mm less armor and shoots a little slower but deals 460 damage with every shot.


Researchable from the WZ-111-1G FT for 150,000 XP.

The vehicles of Tier VIII and IX have very similar names, but when you meet them, you won’t confuse them. The WZ-111-1G FT (which is Tier VIII) resembles the Soviet Object 268, and the WZ-111G FT is most similar to the ISU-152. This Tier IX beast has a high conning tower and a weapon slightly shifted towards starboard.



The WZ-111G FT boasts 200 mm of frontal armor and with its good inclination, not everyone can penetrate here. A large area in the forehead is occupied by a thick gun mantlet, which will also help save your HP pool. However, there are weak spots in the front: the lower glacis plate, the commander’s hatch and the driver’s scope will take in enemy shells without much resistance. But to hit them, you need to be close and aim well.

You’ll start off with a familiar gun as it’s taken from its predecessor, the WZ-111-1G FT. The characteristics of this 130-mm gun haven’t changed with the tier increase, only the aiming time has increased slightly. The top gun, the 152-mm cannon, fires less often. On the other hand, you’ll be able to penetrate 290 mm of armor and deal 640 damage with every shot.


Researchable from the WZ-111G FT for 350,000 XP.

Give a warm welcome to the top of the tree branch. Get comfortable and find out more about this powerful, formidable tank destroyer.



The chassis is borrowed from a heavy tank and the thickened armor of the conning tower significantly affects the mobility of this Tier X TD. Because of this, the vehicle ended up rather slow-paced: it quickly accelerates to 20 km/h, reaching 30 km/h in about 8 seconds. To reach its top speed (without the help of equipment), you need to find a downhill slope and just slide! But with all the improvements onboard, the movement of the WZ-113G FT is pretty nice with a cruising speed of between 34-36 km/h.



The frontal plate boasts a thickness of 230 mm and it’s angled to provide reliable protection against many cannons. In order to confidently penetrate the WZ-111G FT through this point (and not rely on the RNG gods), enemy tanks will need 280 mm of armor penetration—at least. So, anyone you come across must be well-armed or start firing Premium shells. The lower part of the hull is less protected, so it’s better to hide it and not get involved in close quarters combat at all, so as not to fall victim to circling tactics.



This top tier TD is armed with the same 152-mm cannon as the Tier IX WZ-111G FT. However, the gun has been buffed; now it boasts an increased rate of fire and faster aiming time. The armor penetration of this large-caliber cannon is enough to hit most targets without specifically targeting weak spots, and even for the most armored mastodons, there’s always HEAT rounds with an armor penetration of 375 mm. With these characteristics, almost every projectile you fire will reduce the enemy’s strength and bring your team closer to victory!

So now you know about the new Chinese TDs, get out there and take them for a spin!

Show your skills, perseverance, and ingenuity to get useful resources, rare warpaints, and the outstanding Type 59!



Watch the video to learn more!

https://youtu.be/VTzU-bB-hcc

The most persistent tankers will be able to get the noble and formidable Type 59, a universal tank that is equally effective when attacking and defending.

Thanks to its good dynamics and maneuverability, this Chinese tank moves across the battlefield with the precision of a predator, quickly takes up key positions, and can wipe out an opponent before they can prepare to defend themselves.

A low silhouette, reliable frontal armor, and a turret that easily deflects enemy shells—all this allows for firing from behind cover. This is especially useful when defending positions and supporting an offensive. Force the enemy to take risks and make mistakes, then strike back.

If you already have the Type 59 in your Garage, turn your attention to the Ding legendary camouflage—a genuine work of art. This warpaint will turn your Premium tank into a mythical warrior!




After completing the first stage of the game event, you will receive one Lunar Container including three guaranteed random rewards:

• 1–3 certificates for Free XP
  
• 10 parts of a certificate for one of the Chinese Premium vehicles
  
• 10 Common Boosters or a certificate for one of the rare warpaints

You can also obtain Lunar Containers in the Store using credits. Collect 100 parts of the same certificate to receive the corresponding Chinese Premium vehicle!

• To access the Warrior's Path game event, new players will need to obtain Tier V vehicles or higher.
  
• You will be able to complete the task of 30 battles and receive Lunar Coins only once and until February 13. The remaining stages can be completed only in exchange for in-game gold.

Answers to the main questions about the Warrior's Path event are available in the game client or on the official World of Tanks Blitz website.

A new heavyweight fighter joined the ranks of Chinese warriors—the sturdy and fierce WZ-112-2. This Premium tank can stoically withstand enemy attacks, while its retaliatory strikes cause sizeable damage, often dispatching the enemy. The only thing the WZ-112-2 needs to rule the battlefield is a good commander. Get hold of the powerful WZ-112-2 and move ahead on the victory road!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fcHC3uBT0k

Containers with the Premium WZ-112-2 and other rewards will be available in the Store till February 10. Win a new vehicle, certificates for Free XP, Premium Account time, and boosters!

• The Celestial legendary camouflage for 1450 Gold is effective on all types of map. It doesn't require replenishment and changes the tank name in battle to WZ-112-2 Celestial.
  
• The Hard Shell attachment for 864 Gold spruces up the vehicle model: it adds a basket with supplies to the rear of the turret.

The WZ-112-2 is a classic heavy tank resembling the IS-3, WZ-111, and 112 Glacial. It features a low silhouette, a flat turret that easily deflects shells and is shifted to the front of the hull, and a 122 mm gun capable of a massive single-shot damage.



Like the 112 Glacial, the new tank was designed without the famous "pike nose". For sacrificing the advantages of this configuration, the WZ-112-2 has received two flat frontal armor plates and a better sidescraping ability. The 140 mm-thick upper plate is well-angled and able to withstand the hits from most Tier VII-VIII vehicle guns. The lower plate is traditionally thin and yields to shells with even a modest penetration, so do everything you can to hide this area!

If you decide to hide the hull's front behind cover, the 100 mm-thick armor on the sides will be displayed at a good angle—this standard trick used by heavy vehicles will suit the WZ-112-2 just as well. But don't overdo the sidescraping, or you'll put your sides at risk. The vertically positioned track fender creates an illusion of vulnerability for the armor and provides additional protection. In reality, it's only a screen hiding the real sloped armor beneath it. An experienced opponent is unlikely to strike there, but in the confusion of battle this screen will block a lot of damage.



The front of the WZ-112-2's strong round turret is safely protected with 195 mm armor, which allows you to confidently hold back enemy attacks while hiding the hull behind cover. There are only two ways to penetrate this turret's front: with high penetration and aiming at the “cheeks” from close range, or shooting with a jeweler's accuracy at the small hatch projections on the turret.

The WZ-112-2 is equipped with a 580 hp engine, providing the tank with average mobility. The vehicle accelerates to 20 km/h within a couple of seconds, and takes about 8-10 seconds to reach the average speed of 30 km/h. Reaching its maximum speed of 42 km/h is quite feasible, but you'll need to boost your tank with equipment and provisions.



You'll also want Improved Fuel and other enhancements on the WZ-112-2 because this tank doesn't like to turn. It does so slowly, along a big trajectory and visibly loses speed. It's better to slow down before the maneuver if you wish to fit into a sharp turn without driving into a building.

The WZ-112-2 is equipped with a 122 mm gun boasting high single-shot damage and a moderate rate of fire. The gun knocks off 400 HP per shot—tangible damage that quickly discourages the enemy from any further attempts to exchange fire with you. The basic 215 mm penetration is enough to efficiently fight at close and medium ranges. To get to the most thick-skinned opponents, take some HEAT shells with you into battle: they are capable of penetrating 270 mm of armor.

The new WZ-112-2—a heavy with attitude. This Premium tank needs an experienced and confident commander able to unleash its full potential. Take command of the WZ-112-2 and free the power it holds inside, and you'll be rewarded with victories and enviable amounts of credits!

Strong frontal armor, a durable turret ready to bounce anything coming its way, a decent gun and surprisingly good movement for a 60-ton colossus—all this can be found in the newest Premium tank, the Chrysler K. Additionally, the legendary “Tomahawk” camouflage and the “Vanguard” attachment will underline the crushing power of this monster. Meet this thick-skinned heavy up close and battle for victory, credits and glory!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xz6zP4EsUa4

Until February 1, two versions of the Chrysler K—one fully loaded and the other more bare-bones—will be in the Store. Also, in a separate package, you’ll find the “Vanguard” attachment and legendary camouflage, which changes the tank’s name in battle to Chrysler K Tomahawk!

Until today, there was only one Tier VIII heavy tank with a rear-mounted turret, the Soviet IS-2Sh. There are both pros and cons to these vehicles: due to this turret placement some heated discussions can start, but they have proven themselves in “Blitz” battles.



Straightaway, the reasoning behind rear-mounted turret becomes clear: the Chrysler K will be especially good in urban confrontations. You position your hull in a diamond shape near a house, cover your front behind the wall, and deal some damage, rejecting any incoming shells with your side. The thickness of its side armor is only 110 mm but angling the heavy will get the job done with its ricocheting. 100% guaranteed.

The turret also makes for convenient shooting from such positions. Its thickness reaches up to 254 mm (at the gun’s mask). Frontally, it varies from 152 mm up to 254 mm. This impressive defense is reinforced by a rounded shape, perfect for ricochets. The turret still can be penetrated by targeting the commander’s hatch, but to hit it, a foe will need sniper-like accuracy, a little luck and your willing participation (simply stand still and let the enemy take aim).



As for the frontal armor, there’re some pros and some cons. The good: the upper plate has a thickness of 152 mm and is set at a great angle to perfectly protect your HP pool. The bad: the infamous weak spot, the lower plate. Despite an impressive 145 mm of thickness, it can be easily penetrated by most rivals because of its insufficient inclination. Remember: the longer you hide this plate, the more likely you are to stay alive.

Its thick armor and large mass don’t mean that the Chrysler K isn’t a boisterous tank. Just imagine a Rottweiler that’s heard the rustle of food being prepared, that’s this American heavy. On the flats, its powerful engine accelerates to 30km/h in 5 seconds and gets up to its max speed of 40 km/h in just 10. This means that you’ll manage to get to the key areas of a map and, even on occasion, to ram an unaware soft target.



The maneuverability of this American heavy is also pretty decent: this vehicle can take sharp turns with just slight deceleration. The turret spins fairly quickly (it’s on a par with the VK 45.02 or the IS-5). Of course, as a heavy vehicle you can be circled around by a speedy enemy tank, but they better be prepared for returning fire.

The Chrysler K is armed with the improved version of the T32’s top 105-mm gun. It features a good rate of fire, decent armor penetration and modest damage. You’ll be able to penetrate the majority of foes when targeting their weak points. For those well-protected enemies, an APCR shell can prove useful with its ability to pierce armor 245 mm thick.



As for the gun depression, it depends on where exactly you point your barrel. When looking forward, you’ll only have 6 degrees. However, when hanging over the sides or the back, the number will reach 10 degrees. These angles won’t make the Chrysler K the “lord of the hills”, but it will help in some situations to utilize the terrain and fight more effectively.

Chrysler K: It’s a dynamic “heavy”, able to quickly adjust to the course of battle. Its combination of good mobility and strong armor makes it a multi-tasking fighter who can both defend the land and lead the charge. It’s a versatile warrior, but don’t send it to do reconnaissance. Due to the rear-mounted turret (which is pretty handy at ricocheting shells, too), this new Premium is great for urban battles. And thanks to its Premium yield, there will be an extra heap of credits on top of your victories!

On January 16, you'll be able to download Update 5.7, which features balance improvements, new avatars, updated avatar screens, and an esports camouflage for the Grille 15.


Check out this article for all the details about balance improvements in Update 5.7.

• The KV-3 can now be researched after the KV-1s. Research cost: 54,420 Combat XP.
  
• For Tier I–IV vehicles, firing performance was improved through decreased gun dispersion and aiming time and increased penetration.
  
• For the FV 215b (183), the suspension traverse speed and vehicle's concealment were decreased, while gun dispersion was increased.
  
• The following vehicles were renamed:
  
  • М48А1 Patton > М48 Patton.
    
  • Pz.Kpfw. IV > Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf. G.
    
  • Valentine > Valentine Mk. IX.
    
  • Т-28 > T-28 обр. 1940 г.
• The Cruiser Mk. II, Renault R35, D2, BT-7, and VK 72.01 (K) received an increased ammunition capacity.
  
• Research cost was changed as follows:
  • For the KV-4, the vehicle research cost was increased from 53,000 to 72,000 Combat XP.
    
  • For the BT-7, the research cost of the V-2 engine was decreased from 2,500 to 1,250 Combat XP.
    
  • For the SU-100, the research cost of the 85 mm D-5S-85BM gun was decreased from 15,500 to 10,000 Combat XP.
• For the T1E6, the price of the AP 1937 shell for the 37 mm Semiautomatic Gun M1924A1 was changed from 0 to 10 credits.
  
• The Panzer IV Anko Special, Kuro Mori Mine, Vindicator Ultramarines, Predator Ultramarines, KV-220, M4A2E4 Sherman, and Pz.Kpfw. IV hydrostat. were given Collector status.

• In the player profile, an edit button was added to the avatar icon. By tapping it, the player will be taken to the avatar selection screen.
  
• The avatar screen now features two tabs: Mine and All. In the All tab, avatars received by the player and all other avatars available wil be displayed.
  
• The Avatars tab was removed from the Storage. All avatars that the player has at the moment will be transferred to the new selection screen in the Mine tab.
  
• Instead of the New Year avatars, the following new avatars will drop from bonus containers: Short Fuse, Lucky Streak, Wild Rage, Combat Helmet, Menacing Grin, Deep Track, Fighter, Eagle, Predatory Gaze, and Pixel Tank.
  
• For reaching the rating leagues, players will receive the corresponding temporary avatars: Gold League, Platinum League, and Diamond League.

• A new legendary camouflage called RA1DER was added for the Grille 15. Cost: 2,550 gold. Changes the tank destroyer's name in battle to Grille 15 RA1DER.
  
  
• With the release of the new update, the following legendary camouflages will be available for purchase in the Appearance tab:
  
  • Skilled for the IS-4. Cost: 2,840 gold. Changes the tank name in battle to IS-4 Skilled.
    
  • Mutz for the Panzer 58. Cost: 1,590 gold. Changes the tank name in battle to Panzer 58 Mutz.
    
  • Stinging for the Skorpion G. Cost: 1,590 gold. Changes the tank destroyer’s name in battle to Skorpion G Stinging.
    
  • Hellfire for the T-44-100. Cost: 1,450 gold.

• Upon receipt of the "Damage blocked" ribbon in battle, the amount of total blocked damage will be displayed under it.
  
• On the battle loading screen, the music theme will now be played before the pre-battle countdown.
  
• The Wasteland map was removed from the game, including training rooms.
  
• The Normandy map was improved:
  
  • Убраны прострелы бортов кораблей.
    
  • The transparent parts of the plane in the center of the map were fixed.
    
  • The bug, where vehicles got stuck in the plane textures, was fixed.
    
  • The incorrect display of the landscape and objects in the air was fixed.
    
  • Water display was improved.
    
  • The unplanned position by the water was removed.

• The bug, where the player in the platoon could see the active "Ready!" button while the vehicle of their platoon mate was in battle, was fixed.
  
• The bug, where the quick commands menu and Sniper Mode could work incorrectly when aiming, was fixed.
  
• The bug, where the penetration zones of the T-22 medium were incorrectly highlighted in Sniper Mode, was fixed. Now the highlighting borders coincide with the vehicle’s silhouette.
  
• The bug, where an incorrect price was displayed in the Tech Tree upon selling a Collector vehicle, was fixed.
  
• The bug, where a limit of 30 FPS was applied when watching a replay for the second time, regardless of the selected settings, was fixed.
  
• The bug, where a team sometimes could not enter the tournament room after a battle in quick tournaments, was fixed.
  
• Various screens, notifications, and descriptions were improved.
  
• General bugs and client crashes were fixed.

The brand-new M4-A2 is an American tank that fought under the Soviet flag. It is an in-game implementation of the vehicle that captain Dmitriy Loza, a Hero of the Soviet Union, used to fight on.

Bundles with the M4-A2 (fully equipped or without mounted equipment) will be available in the Store through January 25. Choose the configuration to your liking!

Loza's M4-A2 Sherman is very similar to the researchable M4A3E8 with a stock turret and less powerful engine. These vehicles also have similar guns; however the Loza's Sherman gun is more accurate and aims a bit quicker.



Like most other Shermans in the game, the M4-A2’s armor is not something to boast about. Its high hull can be easily penetrated by most enemies. However, the turret’s front armor is almost fully covered by the thick gun mantlet, so the Loza's Sherman can significantly increase its survivability on irregular terrain.

Despite having a less powerful engine than its counterpart, the M4A2 is still quite a fast vehicle. It quickly accelerates to 30-35 km/h and then steadily reaches its top speed. The best thing about the Loza's Sherman is its maneuverability: it negotiates sharp curves well. This advantage is also boosted by a fast turret, which will remain a constant threat for enemies even in the most chaotic battles.



The M4-A2 gun has solid damage per minute: 1,756 HP of damage with AP shells without provisions and equipment. To deal this much damage you will have to be on the move, actively making flank and rear attacks. However, sometimes AP shells can't penetrate a well-armored front. In this case, APCR will be there for you, though it deals 25 HP of damage less than AP shells.

Solid accuracy and short aiming time allow sharpshooting at long distances while taking full advantage of the gun’s firing speed. The famous American stabilization will provide a solid bonus to your hit ratio: you will fire accurately even in sharp turns at full speed.

Test this new vehicle in battle — rush ahead to victory!


Dmitriy Loza, a Hero of the Soviet Union, went to the front in 1943. He used to fight on foreign-made vehicles: first on Matildas and then on Shermans.

Loza's M4-A2 Sherman is an in-game implementation of one of the vehicles the legendary captain used to fight on. Tanks of this type were supplied to the USSR from the USA within the lend-lease program and received rather positive reactions from the Red Army soldiers. Loza's Sherman is equipped with a 76 mm long-barreled М1А2 gun with a good rate of fire and high damage per minute. The vehicle's exterior reflects the original appearance of captain Loza's tank.

Greetings, commanders! 2018 is almost over and World of Tanks Blitz is celebrating the New Year. There are so many exciting and festive activities waiting for you that you might lose track of everything. This video will be your guiding star, we’ll explain how to get the most out of the New Year's Adventure event.
https://youtu.be/dzZECN-Meo4
While you are planning your New Year's Adventure, we are preparing a surprise for you—the Collector T1E6 tank with the Glacial Armor camouflage unlocked. All players who fight at least one battle from December 21 through January 3 will receive this tank as a gift. If you already have the T1E6 in your Garage, you will get 300,000 credits as compensation for this vehicle. Compensation for the camouflage is 28,000 credits.

You must fight a battle:

• CIS—from December 21, 12:00 (MSK) through January 3, 12:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—from December 21, 10:00 (CET) through January 3, 10:00 (CET)
  
• North America—from December 21, 1:00 (PT) / 4:00 (ET) through January 3, 1:00 (PT) / 4:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—from December 21, 17:00 (UTC+8) through January 3, 17:00 (UTC+8)

• Use the XP bonus for your first victories to earn Cards and fill up Christmas Boxes with gold!
  
• Complete stages on the event screen using Cards and receive the Pz.Kpfw. IV Schmalturm Premium tank, Candy Canes, and other rewards.
  
• Open Candy Boxes to collect more Candy Canes and get a Lucky Ticket for the Lucky Draw and other bonuses.
  
• Decorate your New Year tree on the portal using Candy Canes and seize your gifts, among which is the Collector T-22 medium with the Uncatchable camouflage and Standard Bearer attachment.
  
• Spend Lucky Tickets to spin the Wheel of Fortune in the Lucky Draw and win new tanks—the T-22 medium and T95E6—and other rare vehicles.
  
• Don't miss out on the limited offers at the Auction to grab a cool tank.

December 18
The New Year's Adventure event starts, and Christmas Boxes and Candy Boxes become available in the Store:

• CIS—8:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—13:00 (CET)
  
• North America—5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—14:00 (UTC+8)

The New Year tree, Lucky Draw, and Auction become available on the portal:

• CIS—8:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—6:00 (CET)
  
• North America—December 18, 21:00 (PT) / December 19, 0:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—13:00 (UTC+8)

The Auction become available on the portal:

• CIS—16:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—13:00 (CET)
  
• North America—5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—21:00 (UTC+8)

From December 19 through 20
The x5 multiplier for your first victories is effective:

• CIS—from December 19, 8:00 (MSK) through December 20, 7:59 (MSK), the modifier is refreshed again on December 19, 20:00 (MSK).
  
• Europe—from December 19, 13:00 (CET) through December 20, 12:59 (CET), the modifier is refreshed again on December 19, 19:00 (CET).
  
• North America—from December 19, 5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET) through December 20, 4:59 (PT) / 7:59 (ET), the modifier is refreshed again on December 19, 11:00 (PT) / 14:00 (ET).
  
• Asia—from December 19, 14:00 (UTC+8) through December 20, 13:59 (UTC+8), the modifier is refreshed again on December 19, 20:00 (UTC+8).

December 24 and 30
The range of vehicles at the Auction is renewed:

• CIS—at 16:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—at 14:00 (CET)
  
• North America—at 5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—at 21:00 (UTC+8)

From January 4 through 5
The x5 multiplier for your first victories is effective:

• CIS—from January 4, 8:00 (MSK) through January 5, 7:59 (MSK), the modifier is refreshed again on January 4, 20:00 (MSK).
  
• Europe—from January 4, 13:00 (CET) through January 5, 12:59 (CET), the modifier is refreshed again on January 4, 19:00 (CET).
  
• North America—from January 4, 5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET) through January 5, 4:59 (PT) / 7:59 (ET), the modifier is refreshed again on January 4, 11:00 (PT) / 14:00 (ET).
  
• Asia—from January 4, 14:00 (UTC+8) through January 5, 13:59 (UTC+8), the modifier is refreshed again on January 4, 20:00 (UTC+8).

January 6
The Auction closes:

• CIS—from 16:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—from 14:00 (CET)
  
• North America—from 5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—from 21:00 (UTC+8)

You can no longer earn Cards, you can only complete the event stages using gold and purchase Christmas Boxes in the Store:

• CIS—8:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—13:00 (CET)
  
• North America—5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—14:00 (UTC+8)

January 10
The event screen and Christmas Boxes in the Store are removed:

• CIS—8:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—13:00 (CET)
  
• North America—5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—14:00 (UTC+8)

The Lucky Draw closes. The New Year tree disappears from the portal:

• CIS—16:00 (MSK)
• Europe—14:00 (CET)
  
• North America—5:00 (PT) / 8:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—21:00 (UTC+8)

Candy Boxes are no longer available for purchase in the Store:

• CIS—15:00 (MSK)
  
• Europe—13:00 (CET)
  
• North America—4:00 (PT) / 7:00 (ET)
  
• Asia—20:00 (UTC+8)

While pursuing gifts and spinning the Wheel of Fortune, don't forget to take breaks, have fun, eat your favorite treats, and enjoy the holidays with your family!

Rapid-firing and accurate, dynamic and maneuverable, also good-looking and quite profitable—it’s the new Premium Panzer 58. The excellent characteristics are complemented by the Mutz legendary camouflage—the image of a ferocious bear is spread across the turret and hull sides. The camouflage changes the tank's name in battle to Panzer 58 Mutz and does not require replenishment. Intimidate your opponents and tear enemy vehicles to pieces!

Bundles including the Panzer 58 with or without full equipment, as well as a separate bundle featuring the Mutz legendary camouflage, will be available in the in-game Store till December 21. Become one of the first lucky owners of the Panzer 58!

In battle, the Panzer 58 most resembles its researchable German counterparts—the Tier IX and X Leopards. Despite being just as weakly armored, it has excellent maneuverability, decent speed, and an efficient gun.




In fact, the armor of the Panzer 58 is not as impressive as it may seem judging by its characteristics. You'll find a small area at the front of the hull that is 120 mm thick, but the remaining armor is thinner, which makes it easy to penetrate for most opponents.

The turret has more reliable protection. First of all, the thick 120 mm armor plate at its front is larger. Secondly, a large part of the turret is covered by the gun mantlet. The enemy will find its weak spots in a close quarters engagement, but the turret of the Panzer 58 will be able to block a number of enemy shells at medium and long distances.



Thanks to its powerful engine and average weight, the Panzer 58 quickly accelerates to 40 km/h, which gradually reaches the maximum of 50 km/h on level ground. Rest assured: on this Premium tank, you will always be able to take a decisive position or rush to your allies' side in time to help them.

The maneuverability of the Panzer 58 deserves special mention: this tank makes turns within a small radius and with no noticeable loss in speed. That means you can easily spin a clumsy tank destroyer around or slip between obstacles and enemy vehicles like a slalom champion!



The rapid-firing gun of the Panzer 58 devours enemy vehicles' HP points like a locust eats crops: the potential damage per minute for an armor-piercing shell exceeds 2,100 hit points! And this is before provisions and equipment are added.

You'll have everything you need to turn potential damage into enemy tears, credits, and beautiful statistics: the 212 mm of penetration capability will be enough to hit the sides or reach vulnerable spots in the frontal area of most targets. If the enemy stays impenetrable, but you still want to "bite" them, the APCR shells with 259 mm of penetration power are just what you need.



The gun of the Panzer 58 "bows down" 10 degrees, which means it can deal damage with an additional advantage. Hide the tank's hull behind terrain irregularities, leave only the turret exposed to take the blow, and escape safely after punching some holes in enemy armor!

Crush them all on the new Panzer 58!