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Tier XI Tank Destroyer Lineup: Meet the Hirschkafer!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Update 2.0 reshaped the battlefield with groundbreaking Tier XI vehicles. Among these apex machines hides a deadly predator unlike any other: the Hirschkäfer.[/p][p]This is no ordinary tank destroyer—it’s a precision instrument of destruction. Combining Leopard-like mobility with a unique thermal system, the Hirschkäfer punishes enemies with patient, devastating strikes. One well-placed shot is all it takes to turn the tide.[/p][p][/p][h2]Hirschkäfer Emerges as the Silent Executioner[/h2][p]Built on the Leopard 1 chassis, this sniper is Germany’s answer to long-range dominance. Fast, sleek, and ruthless, the Hirschkäfer harnesses its advanced technology to guarantee that every shot counts.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: Tank Destroyer (sniper)[/p]
  • [p]Tech tree branch: German Tank Destroyer line, following the Grille 15[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: high mobility, extreme precision, devastating damage potential.[/p]
[p]This is the hunter that waits—and when it fires, the prey doesn’t get back up.[/p][p][/p]
Vehicle Characteristics Overview
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]1,950 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]30/20/20 mm[/p]
[p]Turret Armor[/p]
[p]30/20/20 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]550/550/660 hp[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]295/345/60 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.27 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]1.4 s[/p]
[p]Gun Reload Time[/p]
[p]13.1 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression/Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−8/17 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed/Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]60/15 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.
[/p][h3]Special Mechanic: Propellant Thermal Control System![/h3][p]The Hirschkäfer introduces an exclusive Propellant Thermal Control System that changes how you fight:[/p]
  • [p]Remain stationary or move slower than 20 km/h to build up Preheat Charge.[/p]
  • [p]As charge increases, your accuracy tightens and your alpha damage climbs.[/p]
  • [p]At full charge, penetrating an enemy with fewer hit points than your average damage guarantees an ammo rack explosion—instantly destroying the vehicle.[/p]
[p]One shot. One exploding ammo rack. One more victory.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
Gallery
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Upgrades That Boost You Forward
[/h2][p]At its core, Tier XI bring a streamlined upgrade system that replaces Field Modifications with linear, modular progress—only positive improvements tailored to each vehicle’s role.[/p][p]All Tier XI vehicles gain:[/p]
  • [p]A new modular upgrade system with pure positive boosts[/p]
  • [p]Role-specific Tactical Mechanics[/p]
  • [p]Built-in milestones like Gun Sleeve, Stat Tracker, and Volumetric Style[/p]
  • [p]Seamless progression from Tier X with no extra unlocks [/p]
[p][/p][h2]Achieve Elite Status[/h2][p]Moreover, you can unlock all nodes to reach Elite status—with every battle receive Elite XP and exclusive rewards:[/p]
  • [p]Volumetric 2D Styles with textured finishes[/p]
  • [p]Gun Sleeves for custom barrels[/p]
  • [p]Stat Trackers to display enemy kills[/p]
[p]Elite status is your evolving badge of mastery.[/p][p][/p][carousel] [/carousel][h2]A New Age of Precision[/h2][p]The Hirschkäfer proves that Tier XI isn’t just about size and strength—it’s about mastery, patience, and devastating accuracy. Update 2.0 expands your arsenal with rewards, new mechanics, and tactical depth to redefine every battle. Don’t forget to claim your one-time gift when you log in and experience the future of precision warfare![/p][h3]View the Heavy Lineup:[/h3][p]    EU          NA         ASIA   [/p]
[p]World of Tanks gives you total freedom to play on your terms. You can link an existing [/p][p]Wargaming.net account to Steam and continue playing with its game progress. If you previously started fresh on Steam but still have an old Wargaming account, you now have the option to reconnect and pick up where you left off.[/p]
[p]Want to explore more about what Update 2.0 brings to the battlefield? Head to our dedicated Hub Page for all the highlights: [/p][p]HEAD TO THE HUB[/p][p][/p][p]Roll Out![/p]

Tier XI Medium Lineup: Object 432U Joins the Fight

[p]Commanders![/p][p]The Soviet Tech Tree brings a fearsome new contender to Tier XI: the Object 432U. This compact Assault Medium Tank is the first of its kind—a bruiser that can trade blows with heavies while still bringing the mobility of a medium.

The Object 432U introduces the new Overcharge mechanic, letting commanders choose between steady damage or devastating alpha strikes. It's a medium that hits like no other.[/p][p][/p][h2]Object 432U: Crown of Assault Mediums[/h2][p]Compact yet unyielding, the Object 432U is built to smash through defenses and trade blows like a heavyweight.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: Medium (Assault)[/p]
  • [p]Tech Tree branch: Soviet Medium line, following the Object 430U[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: excellent armor, compact silhouette, and a brutal close-combat gun[/p]
[p]This machine thrives on aggressive play. Push the front line, brawl at close range, and watch enemies crumble under the 432U's relentless pressure.[/p][p][/p]
Vehicle Characteristics Overview
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]2,200 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]120/100/50 mm[/p]
[p]Turret Armor[/p]
[p]310/210/65 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]460/460/550 hp[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]263/340/68 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.38 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]2.3 s[/p]
[p]Gun Reload Time[/p]
[p]12 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression / Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−6/20 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed / Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]50/18 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.
[/p][h3]Special Mechanic: Thermo-Ballistic Overcharge![/h3][p]The Object 432U's signature feature is its new shell mechanic.[/p]
  • [p]Activation: Press X to "heat" your shell.[/p]
  • [p]Stages: The shell charges through three levels.[/p]
  • [p]Effect: Each level boosts damage, up to +25% at full charge.[/p]
[p]You can fire at any point, but patience pays off. Wait until the charge maxes out, and you'll unleash over 600 HP of damage—in a medium tank![/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]Gallery[/h2][carousel][/carousel][h2]
Upgrades That Boost You Forward
[/h2][p]At its core, Tier XI brings a streamlined upgrade system that replaces Field Modifications with linear, modular progress—only positive improvements tailored to each vehicle's role.[/p][p]All Tier XI vehicles gain:[/p]
  • [p]A new modular upgrade system with purely positive boosts[/p]
  • [p]Role-specific Tactical Mechanics[/p]
  • [p]Built-in milestones like gun sleeves, stat trackers, and volumetric styles[/p]
  • [p]Seamless progression from Tier X with no extra unlocks [/p]
[p][/p][h2]Achieve Elite Status[/h2][p]Moreover, you can unlock all nodes to reach Elite status—receive Elite XP and exclusive rewards with every battle:[/p]
  • [p]Volumetric 2D styles with textured finishes[/p]
  • [p]Gun sleeves for custom barrels[/p]
  • [p]Stat trackers to display enemy kills[/p]
[p]Elite status is your evolving badge of mastery.[/p][carousel] [/carousel][h2]A New Era of Assault Mediums[/h2][p]The Object 432U opens up a brand-new way to fight. Update 2.0 expands the fight—log in, claim your one-time gift, and experience the future of Assault Mediums today.[/p][h3]View the Heavy Lineup:[/h3][p]    EU          NA         ASIA   [/p]
[p]World of Tanks gives you total freedom to play on your terms. You can link an existing [/p][p]Wargaming.net account to Steam and continue playing with its game progress. If you previously started fresh on Steam but still have an old Wargaming account, you now have the option to reconnect and pick up where you left off.[/p]
[p]Want to explore more about what Update 2.0 brings to the battlefield? Head to our dedicated Hub page for all the highlights: [/p][p]HEAD TO THE HUB[/p][p][/p][p]Roll Out![/p]

Tier XI Light Lineup: Meet the leKPZ Borkenkafer!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Among the new Tier XI additions introduced in Update 2.0, comes a machine unlike any other—a scout that redefines reconnaissance. Fast, compact, and cunning, the leKpz Borkenkäfer doesn’t just see the enemy… it marks them for destruction.[/p][p]Forget passive spotting. This is active, precision-guided scouting.[/p][p][/p][h2]LeKpz Borkenkäfer: The Precision Spotter[/h2][p]Germany introduces a new predator to the battlefield: a lightning-quick light tank that turns information into firepower. With a remarkable balance of speed, concealment, and view range, the leKPZ Borkenkäfer can slip behind enemy lines, detect threats before they see you, and then do something no other scout has done before—weaponize scouting itself.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: Light (high-speed scout)[/p]
  • [p]Tech tree branch: German Light line, following the Rhm. PzW[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: lazing speed, compact silhouette, target designator[/p]
[p]This vehicle is all about initiative—outsmarting the enemy, exposing them, and making sure they pay the price.[/p][p][/p]
Vehicle Characteristics Overview
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]1,950 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]50/10/14.5 mm[/p]
[p]Turret Armor[/p]
[p]30/20/20 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]340/340/440 hp[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]249/290/120 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.32 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]1.4 s[/p]
[p]Gun Reload Time[/p]
[p]8 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression/Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−14/20 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed/Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]75/25 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.
[/p][h3]Special Mechanic: Laser Target Designator[/h3][p]Press X to activate the leKPZ Borkenkäfer’s groundbreaking Laser Target Designator. Your next shell gains special tracking capabilities, applying one of two unique effects depending on your target’s status:[/p]
  • [p]If the target is already spotted: The mark intensifies enemy exposure—keeping them visible for longer and amplifying the damage they take from allies.[/p]
  • [p]If the target is unspotted: A special marker appears at the impact point, revealing that “an enemy is here.” The silhouette isn’t shown—but the position is shared with your team.[/p]
[p]This system revolutionizes teamwork. The leKPZ Borkenkäfer doesn’t just spot—it coordinates, marks, and multiplies your team’s firepower. [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
Gallery
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Upgrades That Boost You Forward
[/h2][p]At its core, Tier XI bring a streamlined upgrade system that replaces Field Modifications with linear, modular progress—only positive improvements tailored to each vehicle’s role.[/p][p]All Tier XI vehicles gain:[/p]
  • [p]A new modular upgrade system with pure positive boosts[/p]
  • [p]Role-specific Tactical Mechanics[/p]
  • [p]Built-in milestones like Gun Sleeve, Stat Tracker, and Volumetric Style[/p]
  • [p]Seamless progression from Tier X with no extra unlocks [/p]
[p][/p][h2]Achieve Elite Status[/h2][p]Moreover, you can unlock all nodes to reach Elite status—with every battle receive Elite XP and exclusive rewards:[/p]
  • [p]Volumetric 2D Styles with textured finishes[/p]
  • [p]Gun Sleeves for custom barrels[/p]
  • [p]Stat Trackers to display enemy kills[/p]
[p]Elite status is your evolving badge of mastery.[/p][carousel][/carousel][h2]A New Era of Scouting[/h2][p]The leKpz Borkenkäfer shows that Tier XI isn’t just about size and firepower—it’s also about innovation and precision. Update 2.0 brings not only new vehicles but also new ways to play, coordinate, and win. Don’t miss your chance to claim your one-time gift when you log in and experience the future of scouting![/p][h3]View the Heavy Lineup:[/h3][p]    EU          NA         ASIA   [/p]
[p]World of Tanks gives you total freedom to play on your terms. You can link an existing [/p][p]Wargaming.net account to Steam and continue playing with its game progress. If you previously started fresh on Steam but still have an old Wargaming account, you now have the option to reconnect and pick up where you left off.[/p]
[p]Want to explore more about what Update 2.0 brings to the battlefield? Head to our dedicated Hub Page for all the highlights: [/p][p]HEAD TO THE HUB[/p][p][/p][p]Roll Out![/p]

Tier XI Tank Destroyer Lineup: Meet the AT-FV230 Breaker!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Among the machines delivered with Update 2.0, it's now time to meet another brand-new Tier XI vehicle. This time, the United Kingdom answers the call, bringing a new force to the fight. Built on a foundation of resilience and raw firepower, the AT-FV230 Breaker is part tank destroyer, part battering ram.[/p][p] [/p][h2]Breaker of Walls, Breaker of Will[/h2][p]Successor to the FV217 Badger, this steel juggernaut turns its weight and armor into unstoppable forward motion. Not one to hide behind cover, the Breaker prefers advancing to overwhelm the enemy head-on. Its heavy armor absorbs punishment, while its devastating gun shatters anyone in its path.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: Tank Destroyer[/p]
  • [p]Tech tree branch: British Tank Destroyer line, following the FV217 Badger[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: Engine power boost, top forward speed.[/p]
[p]The Breaker is like a modern siege engine that grows deadlier the further it rolls.[/p][p] [/p][h2]Vehicle Characteristics Overview[/h2]
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]2,200 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]381/127/57.2 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]480/480/620 HP[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]283/331/130 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.3 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]1.6 s[/p]
[p]Gun Reload Time[/p]
[p]8.1 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression / Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−10/20 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed / Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]20/12 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.[/p][p][/p][h3]Special Mechanic: Direct Drive![/h3][p]This mode provides a significant boost to engine power and top forward speed. The longer you drive forward, the more speed builds up, allowing you to surge across the battlefield and cover large distances with ease.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]Gallery[/h2][carousel][/carousel][p] [/p][h2]Upgrades That Boost You Forward[/h2][p]At its core, Tier XI brings a streamlined upgrade system that replaces Field Modifications with linear, modular progress—only positive improvements tailored to each vehicle's role.[/p][p]All Tier XI vehicles gain:[/p]
  • [p]A new modular upgrade system with purely positive boosts[/p]
  • [p]Role-specific tactical mechanics[/p]
  • [p]Built-in milestones like gun sleeves, stat trackers, and volumetric styles[/p]
  • [p]Seamless progression from Tier X with no extra unlocks[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Achieve Elite Status[/h2][p]Moreover, you can unlock all nodes to reach Elite status—receive Elite XP and exclusive rewards with every battle:[/p]
  • [p]volumetric 2D styles with textured finishes[/p]
  • [p]Gun sleeves for custom barrels[/p]
  • [p]Stat trackers to display enemy kills[/p]
[p]Elite status is your evolving badge of mastery.[/p][carousel] [/carousel][p] [/p][h2]A New Era for Tank Destroyers[/h2][p]The AT-FV230 Breaker hails a new philosophy for tank destroyers: don't lie in wait—advance and break through. Combining fortress-like armor, devastating firepower, and momentum-driven mobility, it adds a fresh layer of tactical depth to Tier XI battles.[/p][p]The fight is moving forward. Will you lead the charge?[/p][h3]View the Heavy Lineup:[/h3][p]    EU          NA         ASIA   [/p]
[p]World of Tanks gives you total freedom to play on your terms. You can link an existing Wargaming.net account to Steam and continue playing with its game progress. If you previously started fresh on Steam but still have an old Wargaming account, you now have the option to reconnect and pick up where you left off.[/p]
[p]Want to explore more about what Update 2.0 brings to the battlefield? Head to our dedicated Hub Page for all the highlights:[/p][p]HEAD TO THE HUB[/p][p] Roll Out![/p]

Waffenträger: Paradox

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Max von Krieger is back, and he hasn't given up on his far-reaching plans. This time, the technology at his disposal is not limited to electromagnetic superweapons: The Alliance has learned that von Krieger has made some progress with time travel. It should be impossible, but when you are dealing with a genius scientist and engineer sitting on a stockpile of Mirium, you'd better check on him. Join the Harriers once more and pay von Krieger a visit—and get duly rewarded![/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
[p][/p]
[p]EU (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]Event Start[/p]
[p]September 19, 06:00[/p]
[p]September 19, 06:00 | 05:00 | 03:00[/p]
[p]September 19, 06:00[/p]
[p]Event End[/p]
[p]September 30, 06:00[/p]
[p]September 30, 06:00 | 05:00 | 03:00[/p]
[p]September 30, 06:00[/p]

[h3]Prime Times (First Event Day)[/h3]
[p]EU (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]EU1, EU2, EU3: 14:00 – 00:00[/p][p]EU4: 14:00 – 20:00[/p]
[p]USC, SA: 10:00 | 09:00 | 07:00 – 01:00 | 00:00 | 22:00[/p]
[p]ASIA1: 17:00 – 00:00[/p]

[h3]Prime Times (All Other Event Days)[/h3]
[p]EU (CEST/UTC+2)[/p]
[p]NA (ET | CT | PT)[/p]
[p]APAC (UTC+8)[/p]
[p]EU1, EU2: 12:00 – 00:00[/p][p]EU3: 11:00 – 00:00[/p][p]EU4: 10:00 – 20:00[/p]
[p]USC, SA: 15:00 | 14:00 | 12:00 – 01:00 | 00:00 | 22:00[/p]
[p]ASIA1: 14:00 – 00:00[/p]

[h2]Deploy the Blitzträger auf E 110[/h2][p][/p][p]Obtain Keys from special missions (available September 17–22) and the event Progression, to play as the Blitzträger auf E 110. Feel the overwhelming power of electromagnetism and use it smartly! You will be assisted by Sentinels and sometimes by your advanced 'sidekick,' the Eos 1, once piloted by Ermelinda Jung and now fully automatic.[/p][p] [/p][h2]Earn Progression Rewards[/h2][p][/p][p]Complete missions to unlock a wealth of rewards, including brand-new customization elements. Progress through stages to earn Paradoxmoduls, Keys, 2D styles, decals, inscriptions, credits, bonds, Battle Pass Points, and more![/p][p] [/p][h2]Open Paradoxmoduls[/h2][p][/p][p]Obtain Paradoxmodul crates by reaching certain Progression milestones or defeating the rare Blitzträger auf E 220. Paradoxmoduls may contain varied valuables that include Free XP, gold, and much more. Eight Premium vehicles are among the possible drops, with three of them brand-new (the SDT-58 Vlkodav, the Sentinelle, and the SZDV Vz. 50) and five battle-proven (including the SFAC 105).[/p][p] [/p][h2]Discover Your New Vehicles[/h2][h3]SDT-58 Vlkodav[/h3][p][/p][p]This Tier IX Czechoslovakian medium tank possesses decent protection and good mobility, and carries twin 105 mm guns. Salvos worth 780 HP of damage need to be prepared (with dispersion drastically decreased).[/p][p][/p][h3]Sentinelle[/h3][p][/p][p]This Tier IX French versatile heavy tank has mediocre protection but very good mobility and a two-shell autoloader with a short intra-clip reload time that lets it deal 780 HP of damage in less than 3 seconds.[/p][p] [/p][h3]SZDV Vz. 50[/h3][p][/p][p]The gun of this Tier IX Czechoslovakian turretless TD deals 390 HP of damage per shot, has good DPM and penetration values, and features a double aiming system, allowing you to take precision shots when needed.[/p][p][/p][h2]The Blitzträger auf E 220 Showdown and Twitch Drops[/h2][p] [/p][p]Engage the formidable and rare Blitzträger auf E 220 during special event weekends (September 19–22 and September 26–29). Face off against content creators and Wargaming employees in thrilling encounters. Defeat the golden BT220 and earn valuable rewards, including Paradoxmoduls. Watch the streams of such battles and get Twitch Drops![/p]
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[h3]How to Receive Twitch Drops[/h3][p]In order to receive Twitch Drops, you need to have an account linked to your email. If you haven't completed this process yet, you'll need to do so first to participate in the activity. After that, make sure to link your World of Tanks and Twitch accounts to receive your prize. Check out our official Twitch Drops guide to learn more.[/p][p][/p][p]Participate in the next chapter of the Waffenträger saga and stop Max von Krieger from achieving victory over the Alliance. Join the fight to earn epic rewards![/p][p]Roll Out![/p]