War Thunder News

Today, we’ll be showing you a new Roadmap feature that has just been implemented into the game: a notification of when a player that you reported has been banned. This works for players that were reported in-game as well as for those reported via the replay service on our website.



From now on, if a player that you reported gets banned, you’ll get a window with a notification letting you know when you log into the game. We’ve also added a new tab to the messages window called “System notifications” that contains messages about banned players that you reported. An important note here is that all notifications are anonymized, since personal data legislation in many countries obliges us to do this.



In the meantime, we’re continuing to work on new features from the Roadmap, with a few of them coming with the release of the Dance of Dragons major update. Keep an eye out for more news!

Meet the CV9035NL, a Dutch modification of the CV90 IFV, developed specifically for the export market.

[h2]CV9035NL: A Squadron Vehicle Light Tank for France at Rank VII[/h2]

At a glance:

• Potent 35 mm autocannon!
  
• Good mobility.
  
• Laser warning system.
  
• Add-on armor, making it slightly heavier than the CV9035DK.
  

Vehicle History
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Following the development of the CV90 Mk III, many countries adopted the vehicle into their military. Among these operators was also the Dutch army, which placed orders in 2004 and obtained up to 193 vehicles by the time the last units were delivered in 2011.
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[h2]Meet the CV9035NL![/h2]

This is the CV9035NL, another unique variant of the CV90 family of IFVs that are already familiar to the game. Arriving as a new squadron vehicle to the French ground forces tree with the release of the Dance of Dragons major update, the CV9035NL will further diversify the French top tank lineups. Let’s take a further look!



For those of you who have already had a chance to play the CV9035DK, the CV9035NL will feel right at home as both vehicles share nearly identical specifications. The most noticeable difference distinguishing the two vehicles from one another is the presence of upgraded add-on armor for the Dutch variant’s sides and roof. While this effectively has increased the vehicle’s side protection against shrapnel and high caliber machine gun fire, it also adds weight. As a result of this, the Dutch modification of the CV9035 possesses slightly worse mobility, making itself noticeable in the vehicle’s slightly slower acceleration due to the decreased power-to-weight ratio. Additionally, the CV9035NL comes equipped with a laser warning system, increasing crew awareness of missile threats both from enemy ground vehicles and aircraft.



You’ll be able to obtain the CV9035NL either through squadron activity points or by purchasing it with Golden Eagles. In the meantime, be sure to stay tuned to the news as we continue to keep you posted on all the latest developments surrounding the upcoming update. Until then, happy hunting tankers!



Please note that this vehicle’s characteristics may be changed before it is added to the game.

The long-awaited Su-24M frontline bomber will be joining the top ranks of the Soviet Union's aircraft tree in the next major update!

[h2]Su-24M: A Strike Aircraft for the USSR at Rank VII[/h2]

At a glance:

• Very large payload capacity with a huge variety of ordnance.
  
• High speed, much faster than the Su-25.
  
• New KAB-1500L guided bombs.
  
• 600 rounds per second? Yes, that’s real.
  
• Variable-sweep wing.
  

Vehicle History
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Almost immediately after the Su-24 entered service, work began on its modernization. The main goal was to improve target accuracy using the latest weaponry, advanced navigation systems, and an upgraded targeting suite. A new generation of missiles with semi-active laser guidance (Kh-25, Kh-29L) and precision-guided bombs (KAB-500L, KAB-1500L) formed the core of the strike power of the updated Su-24M. For defense, the aircraft was fitted with new jamming equipment, and for air combat, could carry up to four R-60M air-to-air missiles. The modernized Su-24M was delivered 1981, with serial production ending in 1993.
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[h2]Introducing the Su-24M![/h2]

The Dance of Dragons major update is a real treat for jet strike aircraft pilots, as we recently covered the F-111 for the British and American air trees, and today we’re happy to showcase the long-awaited Su-24M for the Soviet research tree. So, let’s take a closer look at this new top bomber!

All-in-all, the Su-24M embodies all of the aircraft design trends of its era — variable-sweep wings, advanced angular air intakes, and a dual-engine powerplant. Its two afterburning AL-21F-3 turbojet engines provide almost fighter-like thrust, capable of pushing this aircraft to a top speed of around 1,800 km/h. Thanks to this engine, the Su-24M boasts impressive climb rates even by rank VII standards, and maintains excellent roll speed at high altitudes. Onboard, there’s also electronics and equipment that are needed in top-tier battles for effective gameplay: a targeting pod, advanced radar, missile launch warning system, and large-caliber chaff and flares for missile defense. It’s got it all!



Did you know? In some units of the Soviet Air Force, the Su-24 series of aircraft earned the nickname “Suitcase” due to its boxy fuselage, enhanced by the air intakes. In NATO classification, this strike fighter was named “Fencer”, supposedly due to the distinctive antenna on its nose, although it’s likely just following the standard nomenclature of using words that begin with “F” to classify fighters.

Now on to its guns. The Su-24M’s armament is focused on suppressing ground targets, although it can also defend itself in air combat. Let's break it down! The core weapon of choice for any loadout will be the built-in six-barrel GSh-6-23M cannon, an outstanding weapon with an unheard-of rate of fire of up to 9,000 rounds per minute. Under the fuselage and wings, the Su-24M has eight hardpoints, capable of carrying up to 8000 kg of ordnance. For example, it can carry three additional GSh-6-23M cannons in pods — that’s 600 rounds and over 100 kg of burst mass per second. As for air-to-air missile combat, the Su-24M is equipped with familiar short-range R-60M missiles, known for their high sensitivity to countermeasures but still quite effective and maneuverable. 



One of the Su-24M’s stand-out features is its ability to carry an excellent range of air-to-ground weapons. You’ll have access to the familiar Kh-23, Kh-25, and Kh-29 missile families (including the laser-guided Kh-29L and TV-guided Kh-29TE) and guided bombs like the KAB-500Kr and KAB-1500Kr, new to the game KAB-500S, along with the laser-guided KAB-500L and the new huge KAB-1500L. This arsenal is complemented by conventional bombs ranging from 500 to 1500 kg, as well as unguided rockets, including small S-8, medium S-13, and the large S-24 and S-25. The latter will be available in several modifications, with the S-25L specifically being laser guided!



That’s it for this blog! The brand-new Su-24M will be available to research in the upcoming Dance of Dragons major update. Stay tuned to our website for other vehicles that we’ll be announcing. Until then, happy battles ahead!

Please note that this vehicle’s characteristics may be changed before it is added to the game.

In today’s blog, we’ll be taking a look at the J-10A, an advanced 4+ generation Chinese jet fighter developed in the late 1990s to incorporate the latest aeronautical technologies available at the time.

[h2]J-10A: A Jet Fighter for China at Rank VIII[/h2]

Features:

• Top speed of Mach 2!
  
• Excellent maneuverability.
  
• High G load!
  
• Air-to-air focused arsenal.
  

Vehicle History
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For much of the second half of the 20th century, Chinese aircraft development struggled to meet the requirements of the PLAAF due to insufficiently advanced technologies. This was only further compounded by regular and extensive budget cuts which often canceled promising projects. In the early 1980s however, funding for the development of a cutting edge fighter was approved alongside a completely new approach to its R&D process. Unlike previous projects where single design bureaus were selected beforehand, the PLAAF would set the requirements of the program and enable competition among different manufacturers to produce the best aircraft. In the end, Chengdu Aircraft’s design scored most favorably with the PLAAF, resulting in its design being picked for further development under the name “Project No. 10”.
As the program’s goal was to push technological boundaries, development advanced slowly. Nevertheless, the first aircraft was assembled in 1997 and successfully test flown the next year. Following certification, the aircraft was adopted into PLAAF service in 2005 under the official designation “J-10A”, with the production version featuring minor improvements over the prototype. The J-10 and its subsequent variants are still in production and active service with the PLAAF to this day.

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[h2]Meet the J-10A![/h2]

The J-10A is amongst the most modern jet fighters currently in service with the Chinese air forces. Featuring an extremely powerful engine, excellent flight characteristics and an onboard arsenal focused around aerial combat, the J-10A will make for the perfect reinforcement to the top rank of Chinese aviation tree when it arrives in the Dance of Dragons major update. How about we take a closer look!



Somewhat resembling the Swedish JAS39 Gripen at first glance, the J-10A represents a highly advanced Chinese jet fighter, incorporating cutting edge design features such as a delta wing, actuated canards and a powerful turbofan engine. Speaking of the latter, the J-10A is powered by the AL-31FN afterburning turbofan engine, capable of quickly accelerating the aircraft up to its maximum top speed of Mach 2 at high altitudes. This, combined with the delta wing design and the use of canards, allow this aircraft to possess excellent aerodynamic qualities, especially at higher speeds. In effect, this makes the J-10A perfectly suited for intense dogfighting, likely making it become a favorite among true jet jockeys.

Interesting: A testimony to the innovative approach of the J-10A’s design was the necessity to develop around 60% of the parts from scratch.



Apart from stellar flight performance, the J-10A also has much to show for in terms of its offensive capabilities. Apart from its default twin 23 mm cannon with 200 rounds of ammunition, the J-10A also has provisions for up to 11 hardpoints. These allow it to equip a wide range of ordnance, including new to the game PL-5EII close combat missiles, very capable PL-8 missiles with good G-tolerance, as well as PL-12 ARH missiles. Additionally, this aircraft can also be outfitted with laser-guided as well as conventional bombs and rockets — Type 90-1 HEAT and high caliber Type 130-2 — enabling it to also be effectively employed in the ground attack role. Finally, a modern radar and countermeasure systems round off the J-10A’s equipment, making it an extremely versatile aircraft catering to a wide spectrum of pilots out there.



The J-10A will soon become the new top dog of the Chinese aviation tree with its arrival to the game as part of the Dance of Dragons major update! That’s this blog wrapped. In the meantime, be sure to follow the news for the latest information regarding the upcoming update. Until then, clear skies and happy hunting pilots. See you soon!

Please note that this vehicle’s characteristics may be changed before it is added to the game.

Today, we’ll be taking a look at IJN Amagi — an advanced Japanese battlecruiser design whose construction began in 1920 but was ultimately never completed due to adverse circumstances.

[h2]IJN Amagi: A Battlecruiser for Japan at Rank VI[/h2]

Features:

• Deadly 410 mm primary guns!
  
• Excellent mobility.
  
• Decent protection.
  
• Poor AA capability.
  

Vehicle History
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In the early 1920s, the Imperial Japanese Navy made plans to construct a new class of four battlecruisers. The ships were planned to be fitted with 16’’ primary guns, feature reasonable protection and excellent speed. Construction was approved and work began in the early 1920s, with Amagi as the lead ship of the class being laid down in December 1920. However, after the Washington Naval Treaty went into effect in 1922, Japan was no longer allowed to finish construction of the new battlecruisers. Instead, the first two ships under construction were reordered as aircraft carriers while the remaining two were canceled altogether due to the restrictions imposed by the treaty. In 1923 however, the Great Kanto earthquake severely damaged the hull of the Amagi, which was afterwards deemed irreparable. As a result, the ship ended up being sold for scrap. Amagi’s sistership however, IJN Akagi, successfully completed the reconstruction into an aircraft carrier and would go on to serve the Japanese navy up until its sinking at the Battle of Midway in 1942.

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[h2]Meet the IJN Amagi![/h2]

IJN Amagi will soon become the latest bluewater ship to join the top ranks of the Japanese naval tree in the Dance of Dragons major update. Built with speed and firepower in mind, IJN Amagi truly embodies the concept of battlecruisers and will enable its prospective captains to embrace several different tactical approaches, depending on one’s own preference and battlefield dynamics. Keep on reading to find out more!

The upcoming arrival of IJN Amagi to the top ranks of the Japanese fleet will bring with it a unique twist. Sharing some core design principles with the Kongo class battleships that you may already be familiar with, IJN Amagi takes this concept and brings it to a truly new level. For example, this ship is outfitted with a total of ten twin 16’’ (410 mm) cannons, making it one of the most heavily armed capital ships in the game in terms of raw primary battery firepower with an impressive reload rate of 2.5 rounds per minute. This means you’ll be able to comfortably engage in gun duels with virtually any opponent they may encounter on the high seas.

In addition to the primary battery, IJN Amagi also comes equipped with 16 x 140 mm secondary and 4 x 120 mm anti-air cannons. A further 8 x 610 mm fixed torpedo launchers round off the warship’s impressive arsenal.



Interesting: Some of the main battery guns intended for use on the Amagi class battlecruisers were later on re-purposed for installation on coastal defense batteries.

In terms of gameplay, IJN Amagi can be compared to the Alaska and Kronshtadt battlecruisers. However, this new ship is better armed and protected, but loses to them in terms of air defense capabilities. IJN Amagi’s armor in some areas is close to that of a battleship, for example 254 mm thick in the main armor belt and 70 mm of deck armor allow you to use this ship for shooting at very far distances with a good chance of surviving a hit from an enemy battleship!



Use the hit and run tactic, firing several consecutive salvos with the main guns and then retreating if possible. Or if you’re ballsy, you could play actively and lead your teammate’s attack at a point, all while using the cover of allies air defenses, as the IJN Amagi’s own anti-aircraft defenses are very mediocre. Don’t get too close to enemy ships though, as due to its size, it’ll become an easy target for torpedoes and its armor will not be able to withstand them.



That’s today’s blog! IJN Amagi will soon become a common sight in War Thunder naval battles after it joins the top ranks of the Japanese bluewater fleet with the release of the Dance of Dragons major update. In the meantime, be sure to keep scanning the horizon for more news as we continue sharing the latest on what the upcoming update has in store for you. See you soon!

Please note that this vehicle’s characteristics may be changed before it is added to the game.