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The Fulda Gap: where WW3 could have started

In War Thunder’s “New Era” update, we introduce a new location for combined battles – the Fulda Gap

KPz-70 & MBT-70 - A Warrior of Two Armies

Developed from a need to counter a new weapon from the other side of the Iron Curtain, the MBT-70 and the KPz-70 were the result of a joint effort between engineers from West Germany and the United States that attempted to create a brand new, high-tech MBT design by combining their resources and experience.

Explosive reactive and composite armour
We are happy to introduce some new features of the next major update 1.71 “New E.R.A” - composite and explosive reactive armour for the ground vehicles.
M60A1 RISE (P): Explosive Reactive American

After undergoing modernization efforts in the ‘70s to prolong its service life, the upgraded M60A1 (RISE) became the final old school US MBT that would be fielded, before newer, more modern tank designs would make their appearance.

War Thunder ZOTAC GAMESCOM competition

There's a special treat from our friends over at ZOTAC waiting for a lucky War Thunder player out there! Join our contest to win a GeForce® GTX 1070 Mini!

  • 23 August 2017
T-64A - The Pioneer of a New Era

Developed in the early 1960s, the T-64 was the first tank in the world to feature composite armour protection and was, in many ways, a revolutionary design that would not only kick off development of the next generation of Soviet tanks, but would also announce the dawn of a new era of tank development.

  • 22 August 2017
“New E.R.A.” in War Thunder: 1.71 major update announcement!

Update 1.71 “New E.R.A.” means rank 6 armoured vehicles, reactive and composite armour, new aircraft and locations. Welcome to the new era!

War Thunder Quiz

Do you know much about your favourite game? You think you are War Thunder Mastermind? Prove it  in our Quiz, gain unique title and a RP booster! How? Easy! Give at least 7 correct answers for 10 questions and the prize is yours.

  • 22 August 2017
Thunder Show: Row kill

It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.

Krupp-Steyr Waffenträger - A Deadly Surprise

The Waffenträger concept was conceived to combine German artillery tractors and SPGs into one vehicle type that would salvage precious resources.

The Shooting Range Ep. 58

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

Answers from developers

It's time for another round of Questions and Answers! Click here for more information about the future plans.

Weekend tournaments, 19th - 20th of August

Pilots and tankers! Every weekend we continue to introduce more tournaments on the TSS portal!

  • 17 August 2017
Video Highlights

Pilots, Tankers and Captains! Its time for our regular roundup of Youtube creations from you, the War Thunder community. Enjoy watching!

  • 16 August 2017
Operation S.U.M.M.E.R. - Awards together!

Unlock unique military vehicles during Operation S.U.M.M.E.R.! If you combine your efforts with other participants, you will have the chance to receive many more prizes than you would be able to alone.

Thunder Show: The Mutant of Japan

It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.

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  • 11 August 2017
Special
Russian Air Force 105th anniversary

August 12th is the official day of Russian Air Force. From all of us at Gaijin: We wish you blue skies, a reliable engine and a good landing which you can walk away from!

Battle Royale

There are no teams here, there are no partnerships, in this battle, everyone is responsible only for themselves. The new event "Battle Royale" will identify the warrior that understands these rules better than anyone else.