▲ T-34-3 from World of Tanks
Hello World of Tanks players, there is such a "veteran" C-series Tier VIII gold medium tank in the game, called the T-34-3, which combines the design concepts of the S series and the C series, has a large-caliber main gun and a well-defended pot head. Today the T-34-3 is sold in bond stores for 8000 war bonds, which makes many commanders interested in it and considering whether to buy it. In this article, we will analyze the performance of this tank for the commanders, and introduce some gameplay of the T-34-3 for the commanders.
Basic performance of the tank
▲The main gun of the T-34-3
The main gun of the T-34-3 is a 122 mm caliber anti-tank gun, which is used by many C-series tanks. The average damage per shot of armor-piercing bullets is 390 HP. Standard ammunition penetrates 196 mm and special ammunition 250 mm. Although it has a large-caliber gun of 122 mm, the T-34-3 has a depression angle of 6.5 degrees, which is the envy of tanks such as the 121. Moreover, large-caliber shells are very lethal to the enemy, and can often break the enemy's tracks with one shot, and even explode the enemy's ammunition rack. However, the reloading speed of the large-caliber main gun is also a bit slow, and the base DPM of the tank is only 1821, which is equivalent to 12.85 seconds to load a shell.
▲The T-34-3's turret defense is very good
The T-34-3 has 1400 HP, and the overall defense of the tank is very good. It retains the classic eggshell-shaped turret, which gives it a high frontal equivalence due to its good bullet resistance. However, the presence of the commander's conning tower and the loading mobile gun turret on the top of the turret are defensive weaknesses, and the equivalent of AP shells here is around 165 mm. The defense of the tank's hull is slightly weaker, so it is recommended to face the enemy at a small angle in actual combat, which can effectively increase the probability of ricochet. The T-34-3 has a forward top speed of 50 km/h and a reverse top speed of 20 km/h, and the overall maneuverability is relatively good. The T-34-3 had good base concealment values, and the base sight of 380 meters was also fully qualified, allowing the tank to conduct some reconnaissance operations at the necessary moments.
Field Modification Recommendation
▲ Field Modification options that favor close-quarters combat
The T-34-3 is an all-round medium tank, and it can get 3% of the engine power after reaching the full level of Field Upgrade, which has a certain increase in the vehicle's mobility. In terms of battlefield upgrade options, it can be fine-tuned according to the player's fighting style, and the three options of durability improvement, cantilever adjustment, and turbocharger adjustment are more recommended. It can improve the tank's close-quarters combat ability, allowing the T-34-3 to take more opportunities. The selection of accessories for the tank will be recommended in the following sections on gameplay and accessories.
Gameplay 1: Close support and assault
▲The T-34-3 is good at attacking enemy flanks
The T-34-3 can use the classic "wolf pack" tactics of the C-series medium tanks and take advantage of its high alpha damage. Its large-caliber guns suppress the enemy with every firing, which gives it a significant advantage in close support and assault. In covered areas or in complex terrain, the T-34-3 can use buildings and obstacles to approach the enemy, delivering surprise attacks at close range. High alpha damage can effectively weaken or even destroy enemies outright. Although the armor of the T-34-3 is not top-notch, in close combat, it can effectively increase the difficulty of enemy penetration by making reasonable use of the terrain and setting the angle. It is recommended to choose accessories such as improved durability/structural adjustment/artillery vertical stabilizer for this gameplay.
Gameplay 2: Ambush at medium and close range
▲ Sneak attack the enemy at close range
The T-34-3's high alpha damage also makes it excellent in mid-range ambushes. At the beginning of the battle or at a turning point, choose a suitable location to hide. Sudden fire when the enemy is busy dealing with other enemies can cause great psychological stress and actual damage to enemy tanks. In particular, dealing with enemies who underestimate their threat can often achieve unexpected results. T-34-3 is good at assisting teammates against enemy medium/heavy tanks, and helps teammates weaken the enemy's combat power by maintaining output. It is recommended to choose accessories such as turbochargers/improved rotary devices for this gameplay.
Not recommended to play: Black Gun Sniper
▲ T-34-3 needs to be aimed carefully
The T-34-3's 122-mm gun did not perform well in long-range sniper combat. This is due to the fact that the tank's main gun has a number of characteristics: the penetration depth of standard ammunition is somewhat low, making it difficult to penetrate effectively against high-armored targets, and the slower bullet rate makes it difficult to predict when attacking enemies from a distance. The low accuracy further reduces the long-range hit rate, increases the shooting error, and makes it difficult to hit the target stably. The T-34-3 is better suited for mid-to-close-range combat, taking advantage of its high alpha damage, while long-range sniping is not its strong point and should be avoided as much as possible.
Redemption suggestions
▲The armory sells for 8,000 bonds
On the "War Bond Merchandise" page in the Armory, the T-34-3 sells for 8000 War Bonds, which is not a small amount. If you really like the T-34-3's combat style of focusing on close-quarters combat, relying on high-damage large-caliber guns to attack the enemy, and at the same time you have a lot of war bond savings, and the demand for purple accessories and other tanks is not high, then the T-34-3 is worth exchanging. However, if you have limited War Bonds, you may want to prioritize other more cost-effective items, or purchase other Tier VIII Gold Tanks with currency. There aren't many medium tanks with high-damage guns, and the T-34-3 is one of them, and that's what makes it uniquely positioned in battle.