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The countdown to the end of Holiday Ops begins, Commanders!

With the clock ticking down to January 8, 7:00 CET (UTC+1) when the curtains close on Holiday Ops 2024, we're here to help you get the most out of these last few days. Together with Vinnie Jones, we've prepared a special checklist to ensure you reap all the event benefits. Take the final week by the antlers and score cool rewards before it's a wrap!

[h2]1. Assignments and Missions From Vinnie: You Still Have Time to Finish Them![/h2]

[h3]Challenge Missions[/h3]
Don’t worry if you’re late to the party—all Missions From Vinnie Jones are cumulative and can be completed at the same time. Get Tech Tree vehicle discounts, Terminal Tokens, and unique Vinnie-inspired prizes, including the following:

• A special medal, cool decals, and inscriptions
  
• A stunning 2D style, In the Crosshairs, that features special Marks of Excellence
  
• Vinnie Jones himself as a tank Сommander with an exclusive voiceover
  

[h3]Assignments[/h3]
Complete Vinnie’s Assignments using Warm Amber and Meteoric Iron for even more rewards—decals, two additional 2D styles with unique Marks of Excellence: The Axe and Pain Threshold, and bonuses to credits and XP!



[h2]2. Reach Festive Atmosphere Level X to Grab All Available In-Game Rewards![/h2]
Ensure you reach Festive Atmosphere Level X to unlock all the valuable in-game rewards on offer in the event progression! You can get a brand-new festive 2D style with unique Marks of Excellence, Personal Reserves, special crew members, Crew Books, and much more.

[h2]3. You Can Still Increase Your Rewards With Chaffee’s Bundles![/h2]
When you reach Festive Atmosphere Level II, a familiar companion will appear in your Village—Chaffee the Dog!

Chaffee will give you Chaffee’s Sacks with in-game rewards for completing his simple daily missions, starting with one Sack per mission. You are guaranteed to receive up to three Sacks per day.

You can spend in-game currency to treat Chaffee to a Bundle of dog-friendly items and gain an extra Sack per mission in return.



[h2]4. Large Boxes: Last Chance to Get Cool Vehicles and 3D Styles![/h2]
At the end of the main event on January 8, 7:00 CET (UTC+1), the festive Garage will be disabled, so you will no longer be able to purchase Large Boxes. If you want to get exclusive vehicles, including two unique Tier IX Premium tanks listed below, now is your last chance to grab them!

• The Tiger-Maus: A Tier IX German superheavy with a rear turret, massive size, formidable protection, and a classic German gun—perfect for steamrolling opponents.
  
• The Object 752: A Tier IX Soviet heavy with an autoloader gun in an oscillating turret. Its small size and clever armor design improve its chances of surviving in the most heated battles.
  
• The Type 63 HT: A Tier VIII Japanese heavy with a new cooling mechanic that increases its accuracy and tactical versatility.
  
• The XM66F: A Tier VIII American assault tank destroyer with thick frontal turret armor and a powerful gun with a good maximum depression angle.
  

[h2]5. Redeem Missed Advent Calendar Presents![/h2]
If you missed a few of the daily Advent Calendar surprises, don't worry! You still have the chance to grab them until January 8, 7:00 CET (UTC+1). Simply spend 300 of any Holiday Ops resources to get each unclaimed Advent Calendar gift. Remember, these missed presents can only be opened sequentially, starting from the earliest to the latest.

If you open all the doors, you will receive the December 25 present —a vibrant 2D style—as a complimentary gift. Don't miss out on completing your festive collection!



[h2]After the Event[/h2]

• Unused credit discounts on researchable vehicles: Be sure to activate them before January 8, 2024; otherwise, they will disappear when the event ends.
  
• Unopened Large Boxes, Chaffee’s Sacks, and unspent Gift Terminal Tokens: Will be opened automatically at the end of the event, and their rewards will be credited to your account.
  
• Large Boxes sent as gifts but not accepted by their recipients: Will be returned to your account and opened automatically. To accept or reject Large Boxes that have been given to you as gifts, please log in to your account in the Premium Shop.
  
• Unspent Holiday Ops resources: Will disappear when the event ends.
  
• Chaffee’s items: Once the festive Holiday Ops Garage is disabled, Chaffee will leave with all the items you purchased for him (beds, collars, toys, and food), which will not be compensated.
  

Let the festive spirit live on a little longer, Commanders! Keep warm and enjoy your Holiday Ops bonuses!

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Commanders!

As the wintry breeze settles in and the year draws to a close, Steam's Winter Sale marks the season's end with exciting discounts on World of Tanks DLCs. It's time to gear up for the battlefield as the sale kicks off on December 21, 2023, at 18:00 UTC through January 4, 2024, at 18:00 UTC.

Prepare to expand your arsenal with the following DLCs, with a 50% discount:

[h3]1. World of Tanks — Heroic Sherman Pack[/h3]


Engage in battle with the Soviet Loza's M4-A2 Sherman and seize victory with the contents of the Heroic Sherman Pack:

• Loza's M4-A2 Sherman
  
• Garage Slot
  
• 100% crew (Commander with Sixth Sense)
  
• 700,000 credits
  
• 3 Demount Kits

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1662501/World_of_Tanks__Heroic_Sherman_Pack/?curator_clanid=39263509

[h3]World of Tanks — Steel Tiger Pack[/h3]


Unleash the might of the German Tiger 131 and dominate the battlefield with the Steel Tiger Pack, which includes:

• German HT Vl Tiger 131
  
• Garage Slot
  
• 100% crew (Commander with Sixth Sense)
  
• 700,000 credits
  
• 3 Demount Kits

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1662500/World_of_Tanks__Steel_Tiger_Pack/?curator_clanid=39263509

[h3]World of Tanks — Nimble Sharpshooter Pack[/h3]


Tactical prowess awaits you with the French M4A1 FL 10 and the extensive Nimble Sharpshooter Pack, featuring:

• Tier VI Premium French M4A1 FL 10 medium tank
  
• Garage slot
  
• 100% trained crew (commander with Sixth Sense)
  
• 500,000 credits
  
• 3 days of WoT Premium Account
  
• Unique crew members Ada Sugimura and Elsa Andersen with Brothers in Arms as a zero perk and additional XP for one extra skill
  
• Winter Wonderland 2020 2D style
  
• x3 Portrait of Ada decal
  
• x3 Portrait of Elsa decal
  
• x3 Lieutenant Gingerbread Man decal

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1811800/World_of_Tanks__Nimble_Sharpshooter_Pack/?curator_clanid=39263509

Choose your favorite pack, or grab them all!

Ho-ho-ho, Commanders!

Welcome to the most magical time of the year, filled with festive joy, gifts, and tank-tastic cheer! Vinnie Jones, a real tough guy and our guest star, has prepared a heartwarming message just for you. What's more, we've joined forces with him to cook up an holiday gift: a Tier IX vehicle!

You will be able to claim your gift directly in the Garage from December 22 at 7:00 CET, through January 1 at 1:00 CET (UTC+1) —just enter the game and make it yours!

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Meet the brand-new Patton the Tank, an American Tier IX special medium tank! This bad boy is a classic American medium that will be a worthy addition to your collection of steel warriors.

The vehicle is dressed in a dazzling 2D style. You can keep it on to enhance your holiday spirit or move it to a different vehicle if you want. Just look at this festive gem!



Wishing you a holiday season filled with happiness and cheer, Commanders! Enjoy Holiday Ops and claim a truly one-of-a-kind gift!

Commanders!

In addition to the five Tier VIII–X vehicles available in the Holiday Ops 2024 Large Boxes, there are just as many Tier II–V rewards. For tankers new to the game, or those who enjoy mid- to low-tier battles, these machines are welcome additions to any Garage. We examine the following brand-new vehicles:

• ARMT
  
• M24 Chaffee No. 594
  
• IT-3
  
• A7E3
  
• Vickers 6 ton

Read on to learn about their unique features in detail and get crew and equipment recommendations.

[h2]ARMT[/h2]

With it's box-like turret and cannon that fits into a groove, the ARMT 's looks make it stand out. But it also has some surprising stats that surpass vehicles of the same Tier and class. It excels in a support or flanking role, using its superb gun depression and elevation to dislodge stubborn enemies from well-protected positions.

[h3]Firepower:[/h3]
The ARMT carries a 76 mm, three-round autoloader that can deliver 862 HP DPM, but burst fire can chip away 345 HP in five seconds by draining the clip into an enemy at mid to close range. Where the ARMT really shines, though, is hull-down combat—especially in hills—where its sweet –15° of gun depression comes into play. Have an enemy on an elevated position taking potshots at you? No problem: Put the ARMT's 60° of gun elevation to good use and blow them off the perch. (To put things in perspective, 60° is more than most SPGs!)

[h3]Survivability:[/h3]
The ARMT's turret is covered by 76/50/25 mm of armor, but its large and odd shape is an easy target. The hull is protected by 50/50/25 mm, and should be kept safely out of the line of fire as much as possible.

[h3]Mobility:[/h3]
The 550 hp engine churns out a respectable 45 km/h top speed and good 16.18 hp/t specific power that keeps pace with teammates and enemies and handles various terrain. Grab an optional Turbocharger to get an edge.

[h2]M24 Chaffee No. 594[/h2]

The M24 Chaffee No. 594 is the Premium sports-car version of the American Tech Tree counterpart: It looks sleeker and has bigger wheels albeit with more firepower, but with a lower top speed. At its core, it dutifully fulfills the role of scout and will serve a team well.

[h3]Firepower:[/h3]
The M24 Chaffee No. 594 packs a 75 mm cannon with a lightning-fast 1.5 s aim time that deals a respectable 110/110/175 HP of damage and penetrates 96/143/38 mm of armor. With a reload time of under 5 seconds, that translates to almost 1,500 HP of damage per minute. It can put up a fight from the flanks or against other light tanks, but mediums, heavies, and tank destroyers pose a greater challenge.

[h3]Survivability:[/h3]
Due to the vehicle's light 25/25/19 mm hull and 38/25/25 mm turret armor, sneaky passive scouting is the key to battlefield survival. Even using angling to deflect shots is an incredibly risky proposition. Don't overlook the vehicle's 360 m base view range, though: It can easily exceed 470 m with the right equipment and crew training.

[h3]Mobility:[/h3]
Speed is a key aspect for a light tank, and for the most part the 296 hp engine delivers. Reaching a top speed of 56 km/h, the M24 Chaffee No. 594 may fall behind other same-Tier lights, but it can close the gap (and improve its acceleration) by equipping a turbocharger.

[h2]IT-3[/h2]

Historically, the IT-3 was conceived as a self-propelled anti-tank vehicle to be equipped with a powerful short-barreled 76-mm cannon. In World of Tanks, it's a fast, feisty, and tenacious flanker.

[h3]Firepower:[/h3]
The IT-3 hardly lacks bite. The vehicle carries a stubby 76 mm cannon that deals 110/110/164 HP damage—quickly adding up to 1,320 HP damage per minute. With a dispersion of 0.45 m, it's best to unload on enemies at mid to short range. The 68/100/38 mm penetration is a bit of a drawback, so use caution when taking on heavies—particularly those of higher Tiers.

[h3]Survivability:[/h3]
Rely on the vehicle's mobility to survive because the IT-3's 30/15/15 mm hull and 20/15/15 mm turret armor are liabilities. Not that the vehicle can't bounce the occasional shot, but don't overly rely on it for shelter from incoming rounds—particularly artillery, which can be devastating.

[h3]Mobility:[/h3]
Thanks to a 370 hp engine with 21.76 hp/t specific power, the T-3 has excellent mobility that defines its gameplay. Move actively on the map, break through unprotected enemy flanks, and quickly destroy thinly armored foes. Use the quick acceleration to traverse short distances faster than its enemy peers and 50 km/h top speed to quickly reposition to collapsing flanks to provide extra support.

[h2]A7E3[/h2]

If parts of the A7E3 look familiar, you're correct. Historically, the vehicle never reached production, but components from the prototype (including the suspension, engine, and turret) were adopted for other vehicles, such as the Matilda and Churchill tanks. Although the A7E3 is a light, its strengths are maximized and weaknesses minimized when played as a tank destroyer.

[h3]Firepower:[/h3]
Firepower is the A7E3's biggest strength. With a fantastic 0.35 m dispersion at 100 m, fast 1.6 s aiming time, and good 78/121/23 m penetration, the QF 2-PDR MK. IX cannon can successfully deliver 50/50/60 HP of damage almost any exposed part of an enemy vehicle.

[h3]Survivability:[/h3]
The A7E3's strongest survivability attributes come from it's concealment values—not armor. The A7E3's large size makes it a big target, and it doesn't take much enemy fire to send the vehicle that's covered by 14/9/9 mm of hull and 14/14/14 turret armor back to the Garage. Play the A7E3 like a tank destroyer: Choose a spot carefully, engage enemies from a distance, and put the 17% stationary concealment to good use.

[h3]Mobility:[/h3]
With a top speed of 35 km/h, flanking and changing positions are cumbersome and risk exposure to enemy fire. Best to decide on a position, rely on sniping tactics, and more only when absolutely necessary.

[h2]Vickers 6 ton[/h2]

Within the chaos of automatic cannon fire and clash of speedy machines that characterize Tier II battles, the Vickers 6 ton may feel out of place. But once you grow accustomed to the vehicle's deliberate pace and single-shot accurate cannon, you'll find it plays needed reliable support and "finisher" roles on the battlefield.

[h3]Firepower:[/h3]
The Vickers 6 ton's stubby 47mm cannon has characteristics similar to those of conventional vehicles of the same Tier, dealing 50/50/65 HP of damage and penetrating 55/82/23 mm of armor. With a reload time of almost 3 seconds, choose targets carefully, and don't overlook the −10° of gun depression for hull-down opportunities.

[h3]Survivability:[/h3]
The thin 12/12/12 m of armor on the hull and turret provides minimal protection, but the small turret makes for a tough target for enemies to pinpoint when it's the only exposed part. It's worth noting the Vickers 6 ton comes with a permanent camouflage that gives it a +3 bonus to concealment on all map types (thus saving you the gold to purchase camouflage or a style).

[h3]Mobility:[/h3]
Unlike a majority of same-Tier vehicles, this is not a fast tank. But the 35 km/h top speed forces deliberate planning and allows players to see where the vehicle is needed most—often times to finish off enemies damaged from skirmishes.

Check out the complete list of fantastic Holiday Ops 2024 rewards available from the Large Boxes, including the 10 exciting Tier II–IX Premium vehicles.

Roll Out!