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Leopard 2
During the 1960s, global powers started using second-generation MBTs. But as soon as the first M60s, Leopards and T-62s rolled off the factory floor, engineers of the world started working on improved tanks for the next decade. The first prototypes were ready by the early 1970s. It was around the same time when the name of the design was determined as Leopard 2.
  • 4 May 2022
Special
Israel Independence Day
In mid May, 1948 Israel declared its independence and immediately defended it in an unequal battle. Since then, the anniversary has been celebrated as a major national holiday with ceremonies and parades.
  • 4 May 2022
Special
Italian Army Day
In March of 1861, Italy became a united country after which on 4th of May the Italian Army was created on the basis of the Royal Sardinian Army. In honor of the anniversary of this event we want to invite you to get the emblem of the General Staff of the Italian Army by playing a few battles.
  • 4 May 2022
Special
Japanese Constitution Day
On May 3rd, 1947, the Constitution of Japan entered into force to declare the state’s status as democratic and pacifist. Lawmakers did their job brilliantly - there were no amendments to the Constitution for the whole 75 years of its existence!
  • 3 May 2022
Special
Polish Constitution Day
On May 3rd, 1791, the Polish Sejm Wielki declared the Constitution - the second in world history after the United States. Declaration day has become a real symbol of Enlightenment for Poles, and is celebrated as a national holiday.
  • 2 May 2022
The Shooting Range #300
Hello, friends! We’re happy to celebrate episode number 300 of The Shooting Range! Huge thanks to everyone watching us all these years — and to everyone who joined recently. Thanks to everyone waiting for a new episode every Sunday and to everyone finding time for it in the middle of the week. Whether you’re a tanker, a pilot, or a navy captain, whether you come here following your heart or the notification bell... We’re eternally grateful to all our viewers and plan to continue bringing joy to you with your favorite sections!
  • 1 May 2022
Thunder Show: Island Invader
Hi, and welcome to Thunder Show where we’re going to show you a few battles that make you say: wait, I could do that?! Yes, you could: on a Thunderbolt, on an Il-2, on a Focke-Wulf with rockets, on a MiG-15, and even on a clumsy British tank destroyer. Let’s go!
  • 29 April 2022
Huge sale in War Thunder!
In-game discounts for vehicles from all nations, discounts in the Gaijin.Net store as well as discounts for premium accounts and other game items.
  • 29 April 2022
Introducing the top teams of the OlyST CUP II tournament
The final matches of the OlySt CUP II tournament will take place this weekend. Participants are fighting for a prize fund of $2,000 and more than 200,000 Golden Eagles.
  • 28 April 2022
Pages of History (May)
For the whole month you will have 8 tasks available to you one by one. Completion of each task will bring you a trophy with a reward and completion of all of them will bring a unique in-game player icon.
  • 28 April 2022
AH-1G Cobra
The Korean war marked the first time when helicopters were employed en masse. These vehicles, which were a pretty rare sight before, proved to be an invaluable asset when it came to reconnaissance, troop deployment and evacuation of the wounded. The clear advantages of this type of aircraft, and especially their ability to dodge concentrated fire, quickly caught the interest of the military who applied considerable funds and resources to develop new models.
  • 27 April 2022
“Armored Elephant”: Warbonds
he items for the Battle pass in the Warbond shop are, as usual, available throughout the entire “Armored Elephant” season + 1week, available from 27th of April until 3rd of August.
  • 27 April 2022
It’s fixed! №49
In this digest we would like to tell you about our continuing work on improvements and fixes in the game. You can find information about all updates that have been released in War Thunder in the website special section.
  • 27 April 2022
Battle Pass: season “Armored Elephant”
Time for an upgrade, soldiers. We’re opening the 7th season of the War Thunder Battle Pass!
  • 26 April 2022
Battle Pass vehicles: SPG Elefant
And here is the main prize for the new season of the War Thunder Battle Pass called “Armored Elephant” - meet the German heavy tank destroyer Elefant!
  • 25 April 2022
The Shooting Range #299
You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.
  • 24 April 2022
OlySt CUP II and Twitch Drops
“OlySt” cup is back, doubling the prize pool! We welcome commanders to the mixed tournament 7x7 with the total prize fund of $ 2,000 and over 200,000 Golden Eagles!
  • 23 April 2022
Battle Pass vehicles: F-6C-10-NT
The reconnaissance version of the legendary American P-51 Mustang fighter in service with the French Air Force will be one of the main prizes in the new Battle Pass season!
  • 22 April 2022