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ADATS: Surface-to-EVERYTHING missile

Can a close range SPAA fight tanks? In the 1980s, the US military was seriously considering this possibility. After all, around that time, there was a very intriguing and highly unusual project suggested by the Swiss defense company Oerlikon: a special Air Defense Anti-Tank System that used missiles and was equally effective against targets on the ground and in the air.

Following the Roadmap: Construction of Objects and Trenches for some Vehicles

Today, we’d like to discuss one of the Roadmap points, which is the construction of objects and trenches on the map.

Earn Alcione in the Flight of the Albatross Event!

It’s the hot summer, which is certainly the best time to go to sea! This new War Thunder event is dedicated to Italy, a prominent Mediterranean power. Take part in Naval Battles and receive an Italian Naval ship flag, themed decals, trophies with consumable items and the Alcione!

The Shooting Range #415

You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.

Thunder Show: GET DOWN

Hi! Welcome to Thunder Show and the most unusual moments of the past week. Today’s episode features some armor deli, a friend’s heavy shoulder, and some embarrassment with the SPAAs. Let’s get started!

Watch Armored Apex 2024 and Receive Unique Prizes from Twitch Drops!

Welcome to the Final phase of the third major event of the year, a tournament that brings together the best tank commanders in Armored Apex 2024.

Bastille Day: A Festive Decal, Discounts and Vehicles for Golden Eagles!

On July 14th, 1789, the first flame of the Great French Revolution was lit: the Parisians captured Bastille fortress. The day is celebrated as a national holiday with festivals, balls and military parades, including the largest parade on the Champs-Élysées, hosted by the French President.

The Israeli A-4E Returns for the Anniversary of its First Flight!

On July 12th, 1961, the first flight of the A-4E, a modernized modification of the light carrier-based A-4 Skyhawk attack aircraft took place! Israel was the most common importer of the Skyhawk line, with these aircraft forming a significant part of the Israeli Air Force during the Yom Kippur War and the War of Attirition with Egypt. After the end of these conflicts, Israel needed to replenish its air fleet and purchased large numbers of A-4E aircraft.

It’s Fixed! №93

Today, we’ll be going over the bug fixes and improvements that we’ve made to the game over the past 2 weeks. And today especially we’ve fixed a lot! Let’s take a look.

Seek & Destroy: Best AAMs

Air-to-air guided missiles are an essential part of the modern aviation arsenal, and there’s one type of them that is especially worth discussing in detail. Today, we'll talk about the best infrared-guided air-to-air missiles.

Moments of Valor: Argentina

In honor of Argentina’s Independence Day, we are publishing a new cinematic video from the “Moments of Valor” series, dedicated to veterans of the Falklands War.

The Shooting Range #414

You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.

Thunder Show: DROP KICK

Hi! Welcome to Thunder Show and the hottest moments of the past week. And it’s not just hot because it’s summer! Let’s get started!

Happy July 4th: A Tank, Fighter, and a Decal for US Independence Day!

Happy July 4th! The whole world knows when the USA celebrates Independence Day, it’s today, July 4th, a holiday! We’re joining the celebrations with a unique decal and some rarer Golden Eagle vehicles for purchase.

Fair Play: July 2024

We’re constantly working on removing cheaters from War Thunder. We rely on the Easy Anti-Cheat system to check for prohibited software usage, as well as on reports from players that we carefully go through. You can use the replay service on our website to report players to us who have violated the Terms of Service and the License Agreement of the game.

Warrior IFV: British Taxi

The British started working on their future IFV in 1972, following the example of their Soviet and German counterparts. Engineers developed specifications based on international experience: a 30-mm automatic cannon in a fully rotating turret, a fighting compartment for seven passengers, Chobham composite frontal armor, and a 550-hp engine. Since the plan was to use the new IFV alongside the MBT-80, a highly mobile and well-armored ‘tank of the future’, one of the top priorities was to give the vehicle excellent mobility.

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Celebrating the Anniversary of the French Air Force with a Decal!

The French Air Force became an independent part of the country’s armed forces on July 2nd 1934, exactly 90 years ago! The French Air Force fought in World War II, and subsequently participated in conflicts in Algeria, Egypt, Mauritania, Chad, Iraq, Yugoslavia, Afghanistan and Mali. The French Air Force now has more than 500 aircraft in service, and two squadrons from the Deterrence Force are armed with nuclear missiles.

A Plane, Ship and Decal for the Anniversary of the Japanese Self-Defense Forces!

In 1952, American instructors trained the first soldiers of the Japanese National Security Forces. Two years later on July 1st 1954, the Japanese Self-Defense Forces were formed. In January 1955, the United States transferred its first 85 aircraft to the Japanese Air Self-Defense Forces. In total they have 712 aircraft in service, of which 321 are fighters.