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F4U-7: The Corsair under a French Tricolore
The F4U-7 was the last series modification for the iconic Corsair fighters and specifically developed for the French fleet.
Answers from developers!
Another round of questions and answers, with War Thunder producer Vyacheslav Bulannikov!
Type 90: The Lightweight Heavy Hitter
The Type 90 is a Japanese third generation main battle tank, developed in the late ‘80s as a replacement to the outdated Type 61 and Type 74. Coming with update 1.79, fans of Japanese ground vehicles may expect the arrival of the long-awaited Type 90 to the top ranking battles of War Thunder!
The first Light Cruisers in War Thunder
The first two models of light cruisers presented in War Thunder are the British HMS Enterprise, an Emerald-class light cruiser, and the Italian Giussano-class light cruiser Bartolomeo Colleoni.
Vanguard-Class Nuclear Submarines: On Guard for the Queen
The British Vanguard-class multipurpose submarines are the sole platform for the United Kingdom’s nuclear weapons.
Virginia-Class Nuclear Submarines: Ultima Ratio
The American Virginia-class multipurpose nuclear submarines are some of the most advanced underwater nuclear-weapon platforms in the world and in the new game Silent Thunder.
Yasen-Class Nuclear Sub Now Out on Watch
The Yasen-class multipurpose nuclear submarine, will be a submarine in the Soviet/Russian naval tech tree in the new project Silent Thunder.
Enduring Confrontation mode update
In one of the next updates, we will add many improvements to the "Enduring Confrontation” mode.
New music!
In update 1.77 “Advancing Storm” you will now be accompanied with the music from the nation for which you are playing, and for the newly added nations we have recorded new tracks which we present to you now!
The War Thunder Market and User Camouflages
We are pleased to present our plans to add an exchange for in-game War Thunder items and new opportunities for user-made camouflages in the game.
Modern Tank Realism and Balance
Modern tanks can be challenging in terms of creating accurate 3D models and making them behave authentically, as most tank data is still classified. Let's have a look on how it was done.
  • 13 March 2018
Rocket's new chant: new sounds for the MLRS
In update 1.77 “Advancing Storm” we are updating the sounds for all the MLRS vehicles in the game.
First-order ammo racks and automatic loaders
In War Thunder update 1.77 “Advancing Storm”, we present a new system for loading ammo in tanks during battle.
Re.2000: The Italian Falcon
In War Thunder update 1.77 Advancing Storm, we are launching the long-awaited branch of Reggiane Italian fighters. Say hello to the first model – the Re.2000 serie 1!
Spitfire Mk.V: model update and new modifications
In the upcoming update 1.77 “Advancing Storm” for War Thunder, fans of British aviation may look forward to the release of updated high quality models for both currently present Spitfire Mk.V versions in the game. As a bonus, two further modifications of the aircraft will become available to all War Thunder pilots. Let’s take a closer look!
Kawasaki Ki-108: The Final Dragon Slayer
The Ki-108 is a prototype late-war, high-altitude army interceptor design derived from the Ki-102 and is one of the last Japanese heavy fighter designs of WW2. Since the Ki-108 along with many other highly advanced Japanese aircraft were kept in reserve for the defense of the home islands, it never saw any actual combat. However, this is about to change with War Thunder’s update 1.77, so get ready to rewrite history!
Martin 167-A3: American Mercenary
The success of A-20 prevented the Martin 167 to enter service with U.S. forces, it soon found its way to war-torn Europe, where it faithfully served with nations like France and the UK until the end of the war. Pilots may expect the Martin 167 A3 to reinforce the ranks of the Armée de l'Air in the upcoming update 1.77 “Advancing Storm”!
Heinkel He 177 A-5 Greif: The Flaming Arrow
Several user made vehicles have made it to the game in the past under the War Thunder revenue share program and we are pleased to announce that another user made creation will be making its way to the game with update 1.77 “Advancing Storm”. Pilots, welcome the long-awaited German He 177 “Greif” strategic heavy bomber to War Thunder!