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Extraordinary STRV
In the 1950s, Sweden, like many other countries, found itself in a pretty tough spot. Europe was caught between two superpowers — the USSR with its satellite states, and the US with the North Atlantic Alliance. One of the biggest things they needed was a domestically produced tank, suited for use in the mountainous terrain of their country. The efforts to develop a new tank started!
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  • 15 September 2021
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Battle of Britain Day
On the 15th of September, 1940, over one and a half thousand experienced pilots from Great Britain with some of its friends and Germany entered battle in the skies over Southern England!
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  • 15 September 2021
It’s fixed! №22
In this digest we would like to tell you about our continuing work on improvements and fixes in the game.
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  • 15 September 2021
The Shooting Range #269
You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.
  • 12 September 2021
Thunder Show: Apocalypse? Not Now!
It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.
  • 10 September 2021
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Happy Tankers’ Day!
Hear the engines roar! On September 12th we celebrate Tanker's Day, a holiday of steel armour and steel will! We recognise the drivers, commanders, gunners, loaders, radio operators and designers of tanks. We salute you, the War Thunder ground forces players!
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  • 10 September 2021
Trophies with a user-created “Direct Hit” camouflage
Unlock a unique trophy simply by playing the game! Activate your camo coupons, or sell them on the Market to get Gaijin Coins (GJN)!
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  • 10 September 2021
Wiki Review: Strv 103-0 Now for Golden Eagles!
One of the most unusual main battle tanks of the Swedish research tree is back on sale, in game right now for Golden Eagles!
  • 9 September 2021
Special: Arado Blitz
The German Me 262 Schwalbe is an iconic fighter aircraft, known far and wide for its effectiveness in air battles… but there was also the Arado 234 Blitz — an excellent jet bomber that is often forgotten in the shadow of the more popular fighter. That’s hardly fair though as the Blitz is often considered one of the most sophisticated aircraft designs of its time.
  • 8 September 2021
It’s fixed! №21
In this digest we would like to tell you about our continuing work on improvements and fixes in the game.
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  • 8 September 2021
Tu-1: the Tzar of Heavy Gunners
A new premium strike aircraft in the Soviet lineup, featuring devastating guns and a heavy bomb load. The perfect addition for mixed and naval battles at mid tiers!
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  • 7 September 2021
Meet Major Update “Direct Hit”!
This update brings a wealth of new vehicles and improvements to War Thunder, including such legendary aircraft as the MiG-27M and the Swedish Viggen!
The Shooting Range #268
You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.
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  • 5 September 2021
“Battle Buddies” tournament and Twitch Drops
The NOAIM and eSportsReady communities invite you to take part in 2v2 esports tank battles in realistic mode. Watch live streams on eSportsReady twitch channels and earn prizes for watching the “Battle Buddies”.
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  • 4 September 2021
Thunder Show: The Soviet Way
It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.
  • 3 September 2021
Updated models for "Flying Fortresses"
The iconic Boeing B-17 bombers will receive an updated exterior in the upcoming Direct Hit update!
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  • 3 September 2021
Updates to Japanese Ground Forces: New Vehicles, Camouflages & More
In the next major update coming to War Thunder, the Japanese ground forces tree will see several highly anticipated new additions and changes being implemented. In today’s devblog, we will showcase some of the most notable changes coming with the upcoming major update - let’s have a look!
C13 T90: Senior Scout
The C13 is an IFV developed by OTO Melara with the aim of producing a replacement to the outdated M113 APC in service with Italian forces at the time. Soon, tankers in War Thunder will get the chance to command yet another excellent light vehicle arriving to the higher ranks of Italian ground forces tree as part of the next major update!
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  • 2 September 2021