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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]
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[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]

Tier XI Medium Lineup: Meet the AS-XX 40t!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Update 2.0 unveiled the future of armored warfare with the arrival of Tier XI vehicles. After the mighty German Taschenratte introduced the heavy line, France now takes its turn, presenting its Tier XI medium tank—a machine that brings speed, firepower, and flair to the battlefield.[/p][p]Say hello to the AS-XX 40 t—an expert of tactical wit![/p][p][/p][h2]Master your Fire![/h2][p]Successor to the iconic Bat.-Châtillon 25 t, the AS-XX 40 t brings a fresh twist on classic French autoloading gameplay. Choose how many shells to load and how many to spend. A fake reload might just bait your enemy out of cover.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: medium [/p]
  • [p]Tech Tree branch: French medium branch, following the Bat.-Châtillon 25 t[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: external shell bay, reinvented autoloader.[/p]
[p]This hunter possesses flexibility, allowing you to set the tempo of every fight. [/p][h2]Vehicle Characteristics Overview[/h2]
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]2,000 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]50/40/40 mm[/p]
[p]Turret Armor[/p]
[p]50/40/20 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]420/420/520 hp[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]263/335/59 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.35 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]2.2 s[/p]
[p]Time for Complete Loading[/p]
[p]36 s[/p]
[p]Time for Autoreloading One Shell[/p]
[p]2.5 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression / Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−9/13 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed / Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]68/25 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.[/p][p][/p][h3]Special Mechanic: External Ammunition Supply Module[/h3][p]This module keeps you in the fight by letting you interrupt reload at any time if at least one shell is loaded. Press the hotkey to stop reloading, fire after a short delay, then resume reload manually or let the clip auto-reload when empty. [/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 pure 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—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 Era for Medium Tanks
[/h2][p]The AS-XX 40 t isn't just another vehicle—it's a test of cunning, reflexes, and control. Perfect for those who thrive on unpredictability, this Tier XI medium tank embodies the art of outsmarting your opponent.[/p][p]The future of warfare belongs to those who adapt fastest. Will you master the mind games of the AS-XX 40 t? [/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 Heavy Lineup: Meet the Taschenratte!

[p]Commanders![/p][p]Update 2.0 brought a new chapter to World of Tanks with the arrival of brand-new Tier XI vehicles. These are not just upgrades to existing branches—they're a bold leap forward.[/p][p]Tier XI combines raw engineering with special mechanics: secondary weapons, enhanced ramming, progressive autoloaders, and more. Each of these machines is tougher, smarter, and deadlier than anything that came before.[/p][h2]Maus Evolves into Taschenratte[/h2][p] [/p][p]Germany answers to the new tier. Positioned as the successor to the legendary Maus, this super-heavy is built to dominate the battlefield with its sheer bulk and resilience.[/p]
  • [p]Tank class: heavy (super-heavy)[/p]
  • [p]Tech Tree branch: German heavy line, following the Maus[/p]
  • [p]Distinctive traits: unmatched hit points, near-impenetrable armor, and a unique secondary guns mechanic.[/p]
[p]This behemoth is all about surviving the fight and outlasting the enemy.[/p]
Vehicle Characteristics Overview
[p] [/p]
[p]Hit Points[/p]
[p]3,500 HP[/p]
[p]Hull Armor[/p]
[p]185/190/190 mm[/p]
[p]Turret Armor[/p]
[p]250/230/220 mm[/p]
[p]Average Damage[/p]
[p]520/520/670 HP[/p]
[p]Average Penetration[/p]
[p]268/330/66 mm[/p]
[p]Dispersion at 100 m[/p]
[p]0.35 m[/p]
[p]Aiming Time[/p]
[p]1.9 s[/p]
[p]Gun Reload Time[/p]
[p]13.8 s[/p]
[p]Gun Depression / Elevation Angles[/p]
[p]−8/24 deg[/p]
[p]Top Speed / Reverse Speed[/p]
[p]20/15 km/h[/p]
[p]Characteristics are provided for the fully upgraded vehicle.[/p][p] [/p][h3]Special Ability: Auxiliary Weapons![/h3][p]Pressing the activation button fires your vehicle's auxiliary weapons at the target. This additional firepower comes with its own reload cycle, independent of the main gun![/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p] [/p]
Gallery
[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 pure 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—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 Heavy Armor[/h2][p]As you see, the Taschenratte is only the beginning of the Tier XI journey. Update 2.0 brings upgrades, rewards, and tactical depth to fuel your battles. And don't forget to claim your one-time gift when you log in and experience the future of heavy armor.
[/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][p][/p]