▲The new C series 10-level heavy tan BZ-75!
Hello World of Tanks players, the much-anticipated 1.19.1 update has arrived! In this version we bring you a new line of C-series heavy tanks with a rocket booster mechanism. Meanwhile, tons of new content, including Steel Hunters and new Territory Warfare campaigns, await you! This article will analyze the new C series 10 heavy tank BZ-75 that was added to the game in version 1.19.1!
Rocket booster mechanism
The BZ-75 uses rocket boosters
The BZ-75 has the same "rocket booster" mechanism as on the BZ-176. You can press the "X" key to activate the rocket booster during battle, the propulsion effect will last for 10 seconds, and when the rocket booster is activated, the tank will have difficulty turning and reversing, and you will not be able to cancel or pause it. After the effect ends, you need to wait 4 seconds until the booster reloads. The rocket booster will be available 6 times on the BZ-75, after which the base engine power of the BZ-75 will be increased from 800 hp to 2000 hp, and the maximum forward speed will be increased from 30 km/h to 45 km/h. After using all 6 boosters, it will not be possible to replenish and use the rocket propulsion number again. This system makes the BZ-75 a lot of fun, and you can develop a lot of unique gameplay with it!
152mm gun
▲ BZ-75 main gun and engine
In addition to the rocket booster, the fire setup of the BZ-75 is quite special! Instead of using the 122-130 mm series guns common to the Class 10 C-series heavy tank, it was replaced with a unique 152 mm caliber 64-152T tank gun. The stats for this tank gun are also unusual: its average damage per shot is set to 650 points, and the penetration depth is also set at 258/319 mm, which is slightly less damage than a similar caliber gun on the E-100/60TP L. However, the flight speed of the standard ammunition shells actually reaches 1150 m/s, which is especially rare and will improve the performance of the gun in actual combat.
▲Attack enemy weaknesses at close range
The gun control performance of this large-caliber main gun of the BZ-75 was worse than that of the main gun of the 120 mm caliber series, and slightly weaker than that of the main gun of the same caliber, which doomed the vehicle to close combat positioning. Only if the distance with the enemy is close enough, the BZ-75 can better use the combat effectiveness of this gun. And don't forget about rocket boosters! With its help, the BZ-75 can reach a fast speed in a short time and deliver a heavy blow to an unsuspecting enemy. It is difficult to pick up the armor-piercing shells of the 152 gun from the enemy's flank and back, and if it is a poorly defended target, the BZ-75 can also shell it after firing to form a set of "combos". However, when the BZ-75 turns on the rocket booster, the expansion circle of the gun will become larger, so it is best to fire when you are close enough to the enemy or very sure of hitting the enemy, which will greatly increase the damage ability of the BZ-75 to the enemy.
Poor survivability
▲ There is a weakness in the top of the BZ-75 turret
The BZ-75's turret design is more unique, and its turret no longer uses a "pot lid head", but a more square welded turret. The large angle of inclination and fairly thick armor make its turret extremely strong frontal defense. The BZ-75 turret has a very high equivalent to the AP shell head-on, most of the area is above 360 mm. But the roof of the BZ-75 turret due to the shape, in addition to the 2 hatches, there is a piece of structure, which allows them to form a weak area here. When fighting with the enemy, try not to simply "sell the head", otherwise it will be very easy to be hit by the enemy.
▲The defense of the first head of the car body is poor
The BZ-75 hull also retains a certain degree of defense, the hull armor adopts a "plowshare" armor configuration similar to the 111 5A, and the thickness of the head base is increased to 200 mm, which makes the BZ-75 hull two armor plates equivalent to AP shells in the positive situation. However, the armor plate under the head of the BZ-75 is relatively poor, and the equivalent for AP shells here is only about 210 mm. It is recommended that players fly the BZ-75 to face the enemy at a small angle, and actively use cover, small front and back movements, to increase the chance of ricochet. Although the BZ-75's defense is slightly flawed, with 2500 base health, its survivability is quite acceptable.
▲ It is more difficult to be shot through on the move
However, the maneuverability of the BZ-75 without turning on the rocket booster is somewhat regrettable, because the car already has strong health and armor. The maneuverability data of the vehicle has been introduced earlier, and its track terrain drag coefficient and track rotation speed are relatively average, and it can only be said that the maneuverability of the BZ-75 is "enough". However, compared to most C-series tanks, the BZ-75's -8° depression angle is very rare, which makes the BZ-75 very suitable for fighting in medium and heavy tanks, and can also "sell the head" when necessary.
Field Upgrades & Accessories
▲Field upgrade recommended
The BZ-75 is an "assault heavy tank" that earns an additional 5% of health after reaching level VIII in its Field Modification, as well as 3 performance modifications and 1 accessory bonus. Players can choose all-terrain suspension to improve the comprehensive mobility of the tank, parallax adjustment to improve the accuracy of the tank gun, sound insulation layer + additional sound insulation layer to improve the survivability of the tank, upgrade VIII It is recommended to choose the auxiliary safety system to reduce the damage of the internal module of the tank. Accessory Bonus Slot Selection selects a "Motorized" bonus for the second accessory slot and installs motorized accessories such as turbochargers/track teeth in that slot.
▲The option to strengthen mobility altogether
If the player chooses to use Field Upgrades and tank accessories to enhance mobility, the BZ-75 will have a forward speed of up to 57 km/h after the rocket booster is turned on, which will greatly help it break through enemy defenses in battle, but it will reduce the survival of the BZ-75. It also has a variety of accessories: among them, survivability parts such as improved durability and structural adjustment are very effective for the BZ-75, and maneuverable accessories such as improved rotating devices, turbochargers, and additional track teeth can also make it more effective.
▲ Attack it unprepared, surprise
summary
The BZ-75 has the following advantages and disadvantages:
- Artillery has higher damage per shot
- Rocket booster system
- High health
- Good depression angle
- The body defense is slightly weaker
- There are weaknesses in the top of the turret
- Artillery gun control was poor
▲BZ-75 focuses on assault and close combat
Simply "selling" is not suitable for the BZ-75, only "moving" can allow the BZ-75 to maximize its combat superiority, while relying on 2500 points of strong HP to open the way for the team to attack. The rocket booster that can be used 6 times is the strength of the BZ-75, which allows it to take the lead in grabbing key points, and it is also very easy to jump from the slope to launch a "rocket impact" on the enemy.
▲C series new heavy tanks, waiting for you to fight!
The combat style of the new C-Series heavy tanks needs to be adapted, and they are designed for close-to-medium combat. Take advantage of rocket boosters and their thick armor and HP to give your team an edge, which is what the new C-Series heavy tanks should do in battle, and if you like the feeling of punching to the flesh up close, start developing them now!