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Object 906: River Mosquito

In an upcoming War Thunder update, we plan to present a further development of the Soviet PT-76 amphibious tank – the experimental Object 906 tank with its outstanding 85mm cannon.

Type 1 Chi-He – An Updated Classic

The Type 1 Chi-He medium tank is an improved version of one of the most mass-produced Japanese tanks – the Type 97 Chi-Ha. Though a highly advanced vehicle for its time, it never had the opportunity to participate in World War II. Are you ready to be the first to try it out?

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  • 23 November 2016
Type 89 I-Go Ko: First Series

Continuing our Japanese tank line is the Type 89 I-Go Ko, a modification of the Japanese Empire’s first series-produced tank.

ST-A1: Stepping into a New Era

After Japan's unconditional surrender at the end of World War 2, the shattered empire had been deprived of the opportunity of developing their own armoured vehicles. Here today we will show you the prototype Japanese ST-A1 medium tank!

Type 3 Chi-Nu: Last Line of Defense

The Type 3 Chi-Nu medium tank is rightly considered the best series-produced Japanese tank of World War II. It was created as the last line of defense in the case of an enemy invasion in Japan.

Type 97 Chi-Ha: Hope of the Army

When talking about Japanese tanks, it’s impossible to forget the second most mass-produced tank in Japan in World War II. Meet the Type 97 Chi-Ha!

Type 2 Ka-Mi: Beach Patrol

Time to continue the tale of the Japanese armored vehicle tech tree in War Thunder! Our special guest today is the Type 2 Ka-Mi tank, a mass-produced but a very unusual vehicle!

Announced Naval forces compilation!

Naval part will be with us shortly - and there will be many unique vessels, some of which we have already presented to you via our Development blogs. In order that you don't get lost in what's planned, we have prepared an announced vehicle summary for you.

D-3 torpedo boat: Warrior of the North

The Soviet D-3 torpedo boats were produced at the same time as the G-5 boats, but were capable of completing a far greater range of tasks than their competitors. Meet a new boat in the USSR tech tree!

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T-14 Class torpedo boat: Single-Engine Seafarer

The small T-14 Class torpedo boat used by the Japanese commanders will be one of the first vessels in War Thunder naval battles.

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  • 27 October 2016
77 ft Elco PT-20 Class torpedo boat: Powerful Reserve

Our focus today is the American 77 ft Elco PT-20 Class starter torpedo boat, which is capable of performing very well even outside the ‘sandbox’.

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  • 24 October 2016
The Fairmile C - A greyhound with bite

With the Closed Beta Test of Naval forces coming soon, it is only logical to introduce another of the upcoming Royal Navy beauties. We would like to present to you the Fairmile C motor gun boat - the older brother of Fairmile D, already presented to you in a past devblog.

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  • 21 October 2016
G-5 torpedo boat: The Little Terror

We present the most widely produced Soviet boat of the 1941 to 1945 WWII period – the G-5 motor torpedo boat.

Reconnect mechanics

Loss of connection to the server is no longer a verdict for battle! We are introducing the long-awaited mechanics of return to battle due to a lost connection!

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  • 14 October 2016
Newsflash from IgroMir 2016! New ships and first look at Japanese Ground Forces!

Unable to participate in IgroMir 2016? Dont worry! We will tell you everything you need to know about the new additions we introduced at the biggest Russian Game Expo in 2016!

Texture Streaming in War Thunder on all platforms

“Texture Streaming” is the main technical addition to update 1.63 Desert Hunters. The technology improves the game in five ways at the same time!

Improved visual effects for fire and tracers

Update 1.63 "Desert Hunters" will feature improved visuals for tracer ammunition, explosions and flames on burning vehicles.

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Hudson Mk V - A twin-engined rascal!

The twin-engined passenger aircraft which proved its value during the war as a light bomber. Meet the Hudson Mk V!