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Gaijin Entertainment · Gaijin Network Ltd
Dec 15, 2015 · 128mo ago

War Thunder: Update 1.55 "Royal Armour"

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Update 1.55 'Royal Armour' introduces a massive expansion of British ground forces, new aircraft for multiple nations, new desert maps, and various mechanical improvements to vehicle handling and water interactions.

Buffs5

  • M2475mm M6 cannon:The 75mm M6 cannon now fires slightly faster, increasing the M24's burst damage potential.99.3 shots per minute
  • PT-76The PT-76 can now float, allowing it to cross water bodies as intended.Added
  • Wheeled VehiclesImproved driving performance on roads, snow, sand, and dirt tracks for all wheeled vehicles.Improved
  • AircraftAll aircraft can now land or 'ditch' on the surface of water, not just floatplanes.Floatplanes onlyAll aircraft
  • GeneralBattle tasks:Introduced personal missions that provide rewards upon completion.Added

Other changes5

  • M10 17pdr AchillesMoved to 3rd rank to better align with progression, though Battle Rating remains unchanged.Unknown3
  • TunisiaNew desert location added for combined battles in Domination, Battle, and Capture modes.Added
  • Second Battle of El AlameinNew desert location added for combined battles in Domination, Battle, and Conquest modes.Added
  • General
    • Briefing screen:The minimap in the mission briefing screen has been improved for better clarity.Improved
    • Vehicles now take longer to be covered in dust while moving on sandy and dusty roads.Increased

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War Thunder · Dec 15, 2015

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