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- OS: Windows 7 SP1/8/10 (64 bit)
- Processor: Dual-Core 2.2 GHz
- Memory: 4GB
- Video Card: DirectX 10.1 level video card: AMD Radeon 77XX / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660. The minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 17 GB
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64 bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or Ryzen 5 3600 and better
- Memory: 16 GB and more
- Video Card: DirectX 11 level video card or higher and drivers: Nvidia GeForce 1060 and higher, Radeon RX 570 and higher
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 95 GB
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- Processor: Core i5, minimum 2.2GHz (Intel Xeon is not supported)
- Memory: 6 GB
- Video Card: Intel Iris Pro 5200 (Mac), or analog from AMD/Nvidia for Mac. Minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p with Metal support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 17 GB
- OS: Mac OS Big Sur 11.0 or newer
- Processor: Core i7 (Intel Xeon is not supported)
- Memory: 8 GB
- Video Card: Radeon Vega II or higher with Metal support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 95 GB
- OS: Most modern 64bit Linux distributions
- Processor: Dual-Core 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA 660 with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) / similar AMD with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months; the minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p) with Vulkan support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 17 GB
- OS: Ubuntu 20.04 64bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7
- Memory: 16 GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA 1060 with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) / similar AMD (Radeon RX 570) with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) with Vulkan support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 95 GB
The Leopard 2A6 is a further development of the well-known German main battle tank, combining the superb protection of preceding variants with greater firepower. Soon, tankers will get the chance to command the modern Leopard 2A6 as it becomes the new crowning jewel of the German ground forces tree in the “New Power” War Thunder update!
Briefly: Based on the 2A5 modification, the Leopard 2A6 combines its predecessors qualities with a lengthened Rh 120 L55 cannon, sporting improved ballistic properties.
Leopard 2A6, main battle tank, Germany, VII rank.
Pros
- Improved gun
- Excellent mobility and a great turret protection
Cons
- Insufficient hull protection
Following the rollout of the Leopard 2A5 modification with enhanced protection, German engineers, in cooperation with international partners, immediately began working on improving the MBTs firepower.
This was achieved by, among other minor modifications, lengthening the Rh 120 L44 cannon by 1,320 mm, thus creating the Rh 120 L55. As a result, the Leopard 2A6’s firing range was extended in addition to other ballistic properties being improved.
Production of the vehicle began in the early 2000s by converting older Leopard 2A4 and A5 models to the new standard. Initially, around 225 Leopard 2A6s were produced for the German Bundeswehr. Apart from domestic use, the Leopard 2A6 also sees service with Dutch, Canadian, Greek and Portugese forces, among others. In particular, the Leopard 2A6 was deployed with Canadian forces to Afghanistan in 2007, marking its first operational use.
The Leopard 2A6 is still in service today and, along with other variants, forms the spearhead of the armoured units of the German Bundeswehr.
In War Thunder, the Leopard 2A6 will become the new crowning jewel of the German ground forces tree in the next major update coming to the game. Inheriting the crown from its respected predecessor, the Leopard 2A6 boasts the same qualities as the 2A5 which precedes it and combines them with improved firepower, courtesy of the Rh 120 L55 - a lengthened modification of the well-known Rh 120 cannon!
As already mentioned, the Leopard 2A6 retains all the features and performance specifications tankers are already most familiar with on the Leopard 2A5. The distinguishing difference between the two vehicles, however, is the presence of the new Rh 120 L55 cannon on the Leopard 2A6. This lengthened version of one of the most widespread weapons found on top rank vehicles features increased range and accuracy over the standard L44 modification thanks to increased muzzle velocity.
Furthermore, not only will the existing defining qualities of the Rh 120 cannon become even more emphasised on the Leopard 2A6, but it will also become even deadlier thanks to the availability of modern kinetic ammunition. As a result, the Leopard 2A6 will become more effective at destroying hostile armoured targets, thanks to its more powerful ammunition and improved accuracy at range. Thus, the Leopard 2A6 will well complement the existing German top lineup, joining it as a dedicated long-range marksman and a true force to be reckoned with on the battlefields in War Thunder!
The Leopard 2A6 will arrive to the top rank of the German ground forces tree with the release of the “New Power” War Thunder update, coming to the game very soon! In the meantime, be sure to stay tuned to the news as we continue to unveil what exciting new content the upcoming update has in store for you. Until then, happy hunting tankers!
The War Thunder Team
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Comments (292)
So L44 to 9.3 then?
? you already have two ( k ) at 8.3
Dozer comment not being a top comment? What is this? Something happened to your reputation or what.
why did u decide to not give the swedish the finish leo2a6 or the improved shell of the cv90120 why did u copy paste the same exact vehicles and gave it panoramic sight ? couldnt it simply be a reserach addon to the strv 122 ? do we really have to regrind a whole tank with its modification at 10.7 WITH INSANE repair cost ? u have to be joking
Will the DM53 round be able to neglect heavy ERA just like it does irl?
on the Dev using protection analysis and it could punt the T-72B3 through its hull through the ERA
epiccheese, German mains be like OH NO I CAN'T LOLPEN A TOP TIER TANK WHICH ONLY'S ADVENTAGE IS HULL ARMOUR :O
awesome, love the model. and will the biathlon skin we got for the 2A5 also be available for the 2A6? and will we eventually see the Leopard 2A4M maybe? (maybe as an event vehicle or as an modification for the current 2A4)
and no OFL F2 for the Leclerc ;( just a heavier version with nothing better
This thing should not be a 10.7.. just saying.
Yes, 10.0 would be nice. :)
Every time some top tier MBT get a devblog, somewhere is crying one Ariete...
Sadly the C2 PSO is the latest tank Italy produced so nothing MBT wise will be better than this for them
I am personally pleased for this update, my favorite so far, unlike other people continuing to complain. Developers you did and marvelous job on this one, thank you. One thing is that I'd kindly ask for some new Jet for Germans? Not a copy but an actual german country of origin jet in further updates. The game got even more amazing but now, Japan, Italy, definitely China need some love as well so I'm looking up to making other people happy too since my wehraboo ass is already super happy and ...
VAK 191 is a west german made VTOL jet :D but I don't think it was actually in service or that it had weapons installed
More than one mediocre French tank please.
There is the S2, but it doesn't feature OFL F2 nor AZURE armor package, so nothing but a copy paste S1
Could you please add extra costs or something to counter airplanes suicides/kamikazes on tank battles? This very absurd behavior occurs every game, its unrealistic, people complains about it on game chats. I dunno where to post this so I just leave this here. The german tank looks great, good job, thx.
well, the japanese actually used their planes and crashed into ships on purpose during ww2, so nothing unrealistic about it
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