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Naval mines in War Thunder
We are excited to introduce a new armament type for Naval battles in War Thunder - naval mines and in this devblog we will describe using them in game.
  • 12 October 2018
HMCS Haida - Commonwealth Veteran
HMCS Haida is a Tribal-class destroyer of the Royal Canadian Navy, which served not only through WW2, but also took part in actions in the Korean War.
  • 12 October 2018
SGB 304 Grey Fox: Old Technology, New Era
The Steam Gunboat (SGB) is a steam-powered British WW2 gunboat, developed to combat the German S-Boat threat. War Thunder captains will have the chance to command this highly interesting vessel during the CBT of the Royal Naval forces!
  • 11 October 2018
HMAS Nepal (G25): Air Raid Survivor
HMAS Nepal is a British N-class destroyer which served with the Royal Australian Navy in WW2 and operated primarily in the Indian Ocean and Pacific. HMAS Nepal will be available to all Testers in the CBT of the Royal Naval forces in War Thunder.
  • 10 October 2018
To Minnesota for the “Abrams”
This is a long but interesting road story about our visit to the Minnesota Military Museum, where we had an opportunity to check data on some of the higher ranked US tanks, it also allowed us to create the new M1 IP Abrams tank for update 1.81 “The Valkyries”.
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  • 20 September 2018
Me 163B-0, Model Update
With the release of War Thunder’s next major update, we’re happy to introduce a new version of the Me 163B along with an improved model for the existing modification!
New pilots
We’re pleased to present re-worked aircraft pilots for Germany and the USSR, as well as brand new American and Soviet helicopters pilots.
I-225: High Flyer!
The I-225 is a new experimental fighter in the Soviet tech tree, particularly effective at high-altitude battles!
  • 13 September 2018
T54E1: The Gunslinger
The T54E1 is a prototype design of an improved version of the M48 Patton, incorporating an oscillating turret and improved firepower. This highly requested piece of American experimental tech will be joining the ranks of the U.S. ground forces tree with the release of the upcoming update 1.81 “The Valkyries”!
FV510 Warrior: Built for the future!
A top-tier light armoured vehicle for British tankers – the Warrior IFV with its multipurpose 30 mm cannon and MILAN ATGM
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  • 11 September 2018
AH-1Z Viper - A Lasting Legacy
American aviators and helicopter enthusiasts will have the chance to pilot the Viper in War Thunder with the release of update 1.81 “The Valkyries”!
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  • 7 September 2018
Mi-35M: Up-to-date “Hind”
The Mi-35M is a modern utility combat helicopter of the Russian army, the modernized legacy of the iconic “Hind”.
BMP-2: Experienced Support
The new Soviet infantry combat vehicle was designed with consideration for the strengths and weaknesses of its predecessor, the BMP-1.
Flight models and physics of War Thunder helicopters
Recently, we announced that combat helicopters will be coming to War Thunder in update 1.81 "The Valkyries".
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  • 4 September 2018
Locations for naval battles: “Mediterranean port” and “Green mountains gulf”
We would like to present to you two locations for naval battles which are coming to War Thunder with the release of major update 1.81 “The Valkyries”: “Green mountains gulf” and “Mediterranean port”
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  • 4 September 2018
TAM - Replacing The Old Guard
The TAM is a highly compact, mobile and deadly Argentinian medium tank that will provide German tankers with a very capable frontline scout at the higher ranks.
Mi-24A: The impeccable Hind
The first version of the most mass-produced military helicopter of the Eastern Bloc – the Mi-24A. Meet the forerunner of a magnificent military dynasty in War Thunder!
Vietnam Location (air)
We are proud to present you with a new location for aircraft battles: “Vietnam", which is spread out over 128x128 km!