Yes I strongly disagree with the M8 LAC being an honorable mention, as it is absolutely good enough to be on the main list. It has the good cannon and speed, but it also has a .50cal which can pen the sides of almost anything at this br, not to mention its usefulness against aircraft, and it is also surprisingly survivable.
The Panzer II models have one of the most insane survivabilities at their BR, the armor itself is reasonable on stats, but in-game it feels way better, some shots that theoretically shouldn't bounce at all, bounce like it was nothing, even in the C variant
1:15 i'm sorry for what i have done. I spent a year playing the usmc stuart and was getting minimum 12 kills a game. sometimes even as high as 20. It is all my fault that, that tank is now 2.3. I am sorry. please don't hate me. Great video btw, your no1 recommended vehicle is an event vehicle new players can't get. Very well done, sir. Now please go get a clue.
You should do a remaster of your new player tips and tricks or things that new players should know. The game is majorly different now and a updated version wouldn't hurt.
How come the sarc os on the list but not the Daimler? The sarc is less stable, larger and elevation/depression angles all for 2mph more speed. And the Daimler catches shots in its wheels much more so is more survivable.
You’re incorrect about the Pz II Cs armor. The armor consist of 14.5mm plates bolted on top of each other. The glacis is especially strong compared to other vehicles and can bounce rounds with almost 100mm of penetration, making the Pz II C in general better armored than the F.
Underappreciated tier 1 tank is the T 28 with the L10 gun at 1.7 decent mobility, decent rate of fire, a mother of all guns fuckin thing feels like a pak 43 at 1.7
I would like to ask why the Daimler mk2 is not on the list, I mean hes small and sneaky has a 40mm cannon and is fast in both directions. Literally every game I play with him is very good. I think its way better than the LVT, M3 Stuart or the Sarc. Would like to see more love for the little Daimler guy
@@GeraltofRivia22 But the Tetrach has very slow turret traverse 🤔 Not many situations where the Tetrach would be better. Reverse speed is also a great plus for the Daimler.
@@Kuschel_K yeah I also really love the Daimler... fast, small, good gun, better gun traverse. Just overall better than most vehicles on 1.3 in my opinion
One time, I was really agressive and killed some tanks and because of my great reverse speed I came out of the situation, bounced like 6 shots... I dont know how that happened
Oh Tankenstein. The 20mm extra armor on the Pz III J is definitely worth it as you can actually absorb cannon rounds when angled. The F can stop 20mm rounds at best. Since postpen damage of solid shot depends on the amount of armor penetrated, the J can easily survive getting hit by 37mm and 40mm AP and poor French vehicles will really struggle.
I was expecting at least one of the german armored cars like the sdkfz 222 and if you include premiums, definitely think the sdkfz 234/1 should be on the list
Char 2c bis laughs at every other vehicle, can even uptier it far as you want. Strv 31 i think it is, is also amazing the engine can block long 75mms, good reverse speed and 4 crew but your gunner is your loader, so you maintain full reload speed with just 2 crew, also that amazing swedish apds.
I’d say for expensive but fun overpowered tanks the 2C BIS and T-35 are my picks for most fun. The 2C Bis in AB is hilariously unmatched if played semi-correctly. Fast reload for a 155mm, a gun that will 100% kill provided you hit, full speed reverse, tracks larger than some tanks that absorb shots like crazy, 12 man crew. in AB it’s more reactive and faster to traverse. I’ve used it for the event when I need to get a ton of points fast (spawn canceling with the event AMD.35) Currently my K/D sits at 48/504 and that’s with a lot of extra deaths where I uptier it to kill leopards. The T-35 is probably better overall at its BR, it’s just got a much more risky play style since you won’t always one shot everything
I'm surprised the Char 2C bis didn't make it to #1. That thing is huge and has almost double the crew size (12) and one shots everything, even if you don't directly hit said target. And as if that wasn't good enough, it also has a speedy reload, considering the caliber of the gun. And not only that! It also has a lower battle rating somehow at 1.7 compared to 2.0 with the Ka-Chi It takes the enemy forever to destroy it, and while the enemy is trying to kill it, you can take your time to rotate your turret and destroy said enemy. The Ka-Chi used to be the best low tier tank until this thing showed up. It is simply better in every single way, until Gaijin decides to do something about it. And unlike the Ka-Chi, it is still obtainable.
@@Drakey_Fenix yeah but in combination with the tech tre variant m/38 and the char 2 from the tech tree has a whole other canon. But idrk why he dodnt mention it
Ka Chi IS a beast but I still prefer the Swedish APDS slingers over it. Main reason is those are the only reliable long range tanks in rank one (tanks not spgs) and the lack of depression with pontoons on Ka Chi. Also it lacks a MG and HE shell at a br filled with open crew compartment vehicles
I love the Ka-Chi. Also, you should have mentioned that you can get the Russian Badger LVT you can get for free, not sure if you can still get it right now.
The low tier event vehicles are almost always premium. It also depends on the event if you can use it or not. Sometimes they will let you use any rank vehicle but the higher the rank the more points you get or it might be an event that you need to use a minimum on rank 3.
Stuarts in Steel Panthers were harder to destroy, and scarier, than Shermans due to its smaller size. Even the BT-7s were easier to kill than the Stuarts.
Sorry Tankenstein, but the Ka-Chi is inacceptable and does not count. As an untradeable Event Reward, it is gatekept from players and especially newcomers. Mentioning it in the video is oppressive, offensive and inadequate. No more vehicle Exclusivity. -richthofen122
No it’s an armored car 😋 But you can use the term tank to describe an armored fighting vehicle. In a way it’s a class of tank. In Germany a tank is commonly called a Panzer (Armor) or technically Kampfwagen (combat wagon). Both describe more the usage and properties than a specific type.
@@BlueLightningHawk Well, most people will just call every vehicle in WT (ground) a tank, since most of them are. It would be more accurate to say vehicle since there are so many types of vehicles in the game and it doesn't really make much sense to not include them as long as they are effective.
One time I killed 4 T35s in a single match with some random like BT5 or something, they're not that great, definitely way worse than ka chi or char 2c bis. Simple observe if they're using their 45mm cannon or not (some people empty it out at the start of the match). If they are, shoot that and it's an instant kill usually. If they aren't, shoot their main turret 2 or 3 times and they can't do anything and are just dead.
As a beginner, including a country and tech tree location screenshot would be extremely useful and would make the vid a lot easier to read
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Will you continue to do this for the other ranks as well?
Definitely this!!
Like the video!
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Yes I strongly disagree with the M8 LAC being an honorable mention, as it is absolutely good enough to be on the main list. It has the good cannon and speed, but it also has a .50cal which can pen the sides of almost anything at this br, not to mention its usefulness against aircraft, and it is also surprisingly survivable.
The 50 cal has a 360 degree pintle mount making it a legitimate SPAA at rank 1 as well. I consider it the best 1.3 or lower tank in the game.
yup its kinda a tank, ifv and anti air together
It carried me even in tier 2 of the Chinese tech tree.
The Panzer II models have one of the most insane survivabilities at their BR, the armor itself is reasonable on stats, but in-game it feels way better, some shots that theoretically shouldn't bounce at all, bounce like it was nothing, even in the C variant
I agree it's very strange, I think it's the Lfp with that track armour. It likes to detonate rounds and just eat them
1:15 i'm sorry for what i have done. I spent a year playing the usmc stuart and was getting minimum 12 kills a game. sometimes even as high as 20. It is all my fault that, that tank is now 2.3. I am sorry. please don't hate me.
Great video btw, your no1 recommended vehicle is an event vehicle new players can't get. Very well done, sir. Now please go get a clue.
You should do a remaster of your new player tips and tricks or things that new players should know. The game is majorly different now and a updated version wouldn't hurt.
How come the sarc os on the list but not the Daimler? The sarc is less stable, larger and elevation/depression angles all for 2mph more speed. And the Daimler catches shots in its wheels much more so is more survivable.
Daimler is far better than Sarc, everyone knows it. I think Tankenstein was high when making this video.
You’re incorrect about the Pz II Cs armor. The armor consist of 14.5mm plates bolted on top of each other. The glacis is especially strong compared to other vehicles and can bounce rounds with almost 100mm of penetration, making the Pz II C in general better armored than the F.
Underappreciated tier 1 tank is the T 28 with the L10 gun at 1.7 decent mobility, decent rate of fire, a mother of all guns fuckin thing feels like a pak 43 at 1.7
T28 is utter trash. That whole tree sucks till u get the KV1
I would like to ask why the Daimler mk2 is not on the list, I mean hes small and sneaky has a 40mm cannon and is fast in both directions. Literally every game I play with him is very good. I think its way better than the LVT, M3 Stuart or the Sarc. Would like to see more love for the little Daimler guy
I must say I’m also a big fan of the Daimler armored car.
Very underrated vehicle.
I prefer the Tetrarch, since tracks > wheels in WT.
@@GeraltofRivia22 But the Tetrach has very slow turret traverse 🤔
Not many situations where the Tetrach would be better. Reverse speed is also a great plus for the Daimler.
@@Kuschel_K yeah I also really love the Daimler... fast, small, good gun, better gun traverse. Just overall better than most vehicles on 1.3 in my opinion
One time, I was really agressive and killed some tanks and because of my great reverse speed I came out of the situation, bounced like 6 shots... I dont know how that happened
The Ka Chi is my go to event vehicle but it definitely makes me feel a bit evil
Oh Tankenstein. The 20mm extra armor on the Pz III J is definitely worth it as you can actually absorb cannon rounds when angled. The F can stop 20mm rounds at best. Since postpen damage of solid shot depends on the amount of armor penetrated, the J can easily survive getting hit by 37mm and 40mm AP and poor French vehicles will really struggle.
I was expecting at least one of the german armored cars like the sdkfz 222 and if you include premiums, definitely think the sdkfz 234/1 should be on the list
Char 2c bis laughs at every other vehicle, can even uptier it far as you want.
Strv 31 i think it is, is also amazing the engine can block long 75mms, good reverse speed and 4 crew but your gunner is your loader, so you maintain full reload speed with just 2 crew, also that amazing swedish apds.
The char absolutely clobbers unaware players
T95 beavy rolls by.
I’d say for expensive but fun overpowered tanks the 2C BIS and T-35 are my picks for most fun. The 2C Bis in AB is hilariously unmatched if played semi-correctly.
Fast reload for a 155mm, a gun that will 100% kill provided you hit, full speed reverse, tracks larger than some tanks that absorb shots like crazy, 12 man crew. in AB it’s more reactive and faster to traverse. I’ve used it for the event when I need to get a ton of points fast (spawn canceling with the event AMD.35)
Currently my K/D sits at 48/504 and that’s with a lot of extra deaths where I uptier it to kill leopards.
The T-35 is probably better overall at its BR, it’s just got a much more risky play style since you won’t always one shot everything
I'm surprised the Char 2C bis didn't make it to #1. That thing is huge and has almost double the crew size (12) and one shots everything, even if you don't directly hit said target. And as if that wasn't good enough, it also has a speedy reload, considering the caliber of the gun. And not only that! It also has a lower battle rating somehow at 1.7 compared to 2.0 with the Ka-Chi
It takes the enemy forever to destroy it, and while the enemy is trying to kill it, you can take your time to rotate your turret and destroy said enemy. The Ka-Chi used to be the best low tier tank until this thing showed up. It is simply better in every single way, until Gaijin decides to do something about it. And unlike the Ka-Chi, it is still obtainable.
I think he didn‘t mention it because its premium
@@Endermann111 He already mentioned another premium. The Strv m/39
@@Drakey_Fenix yeah but in combination with the tech tre variant m/38 and the char 2 from the tech tree has a whole other canon. But idrk why he dodnt mention it
I strongly agree with the Panzer II’s! Easily some of my most favourite games have happened in the 2.
Ka Chi IS a beast but I still prefer the Swedish APDS slingers over it. Main reason is those are the only reliable long range tanks in rank one (tanks not spgs) and the lack of depression with pontoons on Ka Chi. Also it lacks a MG and HE shell at a br filled with open crew compartment vehicles
I love the Ka-Chi. Also, you should have mentioned that you can get the Russian Badger LVT you can get for free, not sure if you can still get it right now.
Lvta2 zis 2 is only available in the china tech tree if ur talking about that boat :)
@@noahsawesomevids422 no, the special Russian Badger LVT
Why is the M8 LAC an honorable mention? 😂
It’s like the best Rank I vehicle 🙃
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ABOUT DAMN TIME! I ain't got the cost of a new game for one vehicle and I can't stand the painful grind RANK 1 AND DONE!
Great content chap, got burnt out with the grind and went to the chinese tech tree and love that little M8LAC, proper fun to use... 🤙🖖👏🤘👌✌👍
M2A4 is hands down the best tank as a beginner. Versatile, handles like a gokart, good penetration, OK armor, fast turret.
New series? I like it.
Awesome and this will be very helpful
Your portfolio of videos is excellent!
Do you have any videos about Vehicle Stat Cards?
Ove this types of videos, I think you could turn it into a series!!!
Yes please do for other ranks I and many others would love to see that❤️❤️
I got the premium American m8 lac for free out a loot box and it really surprised me how good it was.
I don't understand how the flakpanzer is not on this list.
it's just a bad pz ii. Open top is like 10x more of a liability than a slightly bigger magazine
great video! can you please make one of these for rank 2?
Wow your favorite 2c bis got no mention?
What is the availability on the KA-Chi again?
None. Eff the Snail.
Hey Tankenstein, would you mind doing a worth it for Israel's Shot Kal Dalet?
PS: I love your videos
they got rid of the ka-chi 😢😢😢
Will the German vehicle that’s obtainable in the summer event be an event vehicle or just a premium? (Will I be able to use it for future events?
The low tier event vehicles are almost always premium. It also depends on the event if you can use it or not. Sometimes they will let you use any rank vehicle but the higher the rank the more points you get or it might be an event that you need to use a minimum on rank 3.
Both. It's an event premium so you can use it for events.
Ok thanks bro cuz i suck at eliminating tanks
Stuarts in Steel Panthers were harder to destroy, and scarier, than Shermans due to its smaller size. Even the BT-7s were easier to kill than the Stuarts.
M8 is the best reserve. That things MG can kill anything it faces.
BT-5 in my opinion by far!
Ka-chi is rare saw it once and the dude got 15 kills on it it's like a super heavy tank at rank 1
If you wanna cheese the event the buy the type16 fps, its the most undertierd wheeled cancerwagon.
How do you even get the ka chi?
Panzer IV C is by far the best rank 1 vehicle
Why is the BT7 in the list but not the BT5 ? they're the same (not talking about the BT7M which is way better)
do it for every rank?
new series?
Sorry Tankenstein, but the Ka-Chi is inacceptable and does not count. As an untradeable Event Reward, it is gatekept from players and especially newcomers. Mentioning it in the video is oppressive, offensive and inadequate.
No more vehicle Exclusivity.
-richthofen122
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@@night7185 I suggest you educate yourself on the meaning and value of fairness.
I mean you're right, but I don't know if you had to make it sounds like a johnnie cochran closing argument
Is an armored car a tank?
No it’s an armored car 😋
But you can use the term tank to describe an armored fighting vehicle.
In a way it’s a class of tank.
In Germany a tank is commonly called a Panzer (Armor) or technically Kampfwagen (combat wagon).
Both describe more the usage and properties than a specific type.
@@Kuschel_K I was wondering if he should have included armored cars on a top 10 reserve tanks list
@@BlueLightningHawk Well, most people will just call every vehicle in WT (ground) a tank, since most of them are.
It would be more accurate to say vehicle since there are so many types of vehicles in the game and it doesn't really make much sense to not include them as long as they are effective.
@@Kuschel_K well ya I just think the title is a little misleading
Link for line-up tips?
T35 should be on this list
One time I killed 4 T35s in a single match with some random like BT5 or something, they're not that great, definitely way worse than ka chi or char 2c bis. Simple observe if they're using their 45mm cannon or not (some people empty it out at the start of the match). If they are, shoot that and it's an instant kill usually. If they aren't, shoot their main turret 2 or 3 times and they can't do anything and are just dead.
I have to shoot people like 10 times to kill them.... and yet I get 1 shot killed ... makes no sense
no t-35? tankenstein?
The SARC is spretty awful imo (poor suspension and zero survivability) i would rather pick the Tetrarch or the Daimler
One must imagine ha go happy
time to bully new players into quitting to deliver them from the torment of this game
Thank you for your service, soldier! o7
THE LVT IS A AMPHIBIOUS TANK
Bt-5
Ka Chi should not be on a list when it's not a tank you can get in War Thunder...
M8 is number 1, you clearly don't play enough low tier lol.
I fully expect all French rank 1 vehicles in this video Kappa
Bruh
BT-42 is a younger cousin of KV-2 and a grandson of FV4005 and I LOVE IT.