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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium rank {{Specs|rank}} British medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.93 "Shark Attack"]].
+The Centurion Action X is a nickname of the official "Centurion Mantletless Turret" design. The Centurion Mantletless Turret was a project to create a new, heavily sloped turret design for the Centurion as a form of upgrade, taking inspiration from the Chieftain's turret design that also features no gun mantlet. The Centurion Mantletless Turret did not end up seeing widespread usage, with only one surviving example existing at the Bovington Tank Museum.
-This imposing-looking prototype, the Centurion X, is a tank with a unique personality. It will be appreciated by aspiring tankers and veterans of the British tanks both, while also giving a little preview of what the later tiers have got to offer.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was introduced in [[Update 1.93 "Shark Attack"]] and looks similar to the [[FV4202]], which also has new gun mantlet-less turret. There are some marked differences though, such as the thicker frontal glacis (although less sloped than FV4202), some different contours in the turret slopes, and slightly better mobility due to the stronger engine. Otherwise, the Action X plays similarly to other 20-pdr equipped Centurion types, with balanced mobility and firepower and a new, more sloped turret that can help the tank hold its own in a British Post-war line-up. In the right hands can prove to be a menace on the battlefield. It will be appreciated by aspiring tankers and veterans of the British tanks both, while also giving a little preview of what the later ranks have got to offer.
 == General info ==

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 This imposing-looking prototype, the Centurion X, is a tank with a unique personality. It will be appreciated by aspiring tankers and veterans of the British tanks both, while also giving a little preview of what the later tiers have got to offer.
-With balanced mobility and firepower and a new, more sloped turret, the Centurion X is a good premium vehicle in the British Post-war line-up.  Although the armour is not sufficient from every angle, the tank can certainly hold its own if played appropriately. The play style is largely comparable to that of the other prototype on a Centurion hull, the FV4202.
+With balanced mobility and firepower and a new, more sloped turret, the Centurion X is a good premium vehicle in the British Post-war line-up.  Although the armour is not sufficient from every angle, the tank can certainly hold its own if played appropriately. The playstyle is largely comparable to that of the other prototype on a Centurion hull, the FV4202.
 == General info ==
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 == Usage in battles ==
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-At first glance, the Centurion Action X does not bring a significant change in play style. Compared to equivalent-rank vehicles, battle usage can be straightforward. But there are some meaningful lessons for future medium tanks that excel at support roles down the rank, namely the [[Chieftain (Family)|Chieftains]].
+At first glance, the Centurion Action X does not bring a significant change in playstyle. Compared to equivalent-rank vehicles, battle usage can be straightforward. But there are some meaningful lessons for future medium tanks that excel at support roles down the rank, namely the [[Chieftain (Family)|Chieftains]].
 One way to master this tank's capabilities is to minimize its weaknesses. Knowing the limited maximum speed, the commanders often should resort to long‑distance gunnery. This long-range shooting is, in fact, very healthy for the Centurion X. The firepower is more than sufficient to cause damage in most ranges; thus, sniping is where most mainstream British medium tanks will excel.

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium rank {{Specs|rank}} British medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.93 "Shark Attack"]].
-The imponent-looking prototype, the Centurion X, is a tank with a unique personality. The vehicle will be appreciatively friendly to the aspiring tankers and veterans of the British tanks, while also setting a small peak of what the latter ranks got to offer.
+This imposing-looking prototype, the Centurion X, is a tank with a unique personality. It will be appreciated by aspiring tankers and veterans of the British tanks both, while also giving a little preview of what the later tiers have got to offer.
-With a fair share of mobility and firepower, the Centurion X is a good premium vehicle in the British Post-war lineup. The novelty is about the now, more sloped turret armour features. Despite the evidence of some inadequate armour angles, the tank can surely stand on its own, if played appropriately, with a playstyle pretty much comparable to its tech tree development cousin, the [[FV4202]].
+With balanced mobility and firepower and a new, more sloped turret, the Centurion X is a good premium vehicle in the British Post-war line-up.  Although the armour is not sufficient from every angle, the tank can certainly hold its own if played appropriately. The play style is largely comparable to that of the other prototype on a Centurion hull, the FV4202.
 == General info ==
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 * Rolled homogeneous armour (Hull, turret roof, cupola roof)
-* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret, cupola sides and center)
+* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret, cupola sides and centre)
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 '''Notes:'''
-* Suspension wheels, tracks and bogies are 20 mm thick.
+* Suspension wheels, tracks, and bogies are 20 mm thick.
 * The belly is 17 mm thick.
 * An internal structural plate of 17 mm thickness separates the forward ammo rack from the driver as seen in X-ray mode.
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 '''Notes''':
-* Shells are modeled individually and disappear from the rack after having been loaded in the breech.
+* Shells are modelled individually and disappear from the rack after having been loaded in the breech.
 * Racks 10 and 11 are first stage ammo racks. They total 12 shells and get filled first when loading up the tank.
 * These 2 racks are also emptied first when firing: the rack depletion order at full capacity is: 10 - 11 - 1 - 2 - etc. until 9.
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 == Usage in battles ==
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-At first glance, the Centurion Action X does not bring a significant change in playstyle. Compared to equivalent-rank vehicles, battle usage can be straightforward. But there are some meaningful lessons for future medium tanks that excel at support roles down the rank, namely the [[Chieftain (Family)|Chieftains]].
+At first glance, the Centurion Action X does not bring a significant change in play style. Compared to equivalent-rank vehicles, battle usage can be straightforward. But there are some meaningful lessons for future medium tanks that excel at support roles down the rank, namely the [[Chieftain (Family)|Chieftains]].
-One way to master this tank's capabilities is to minimize its weaknesses. Knowing the limited maximum speed, the commanders often should resort to long-distance gunnery. This long-range shooting is, in fact, very healthy for the Centurion X. The firepower is more than sufficient to cause damage in most ranges; thus, sniping is where most mainstream British medium tanks will excel.
+One way to master this tank's capabilities is to minimize its weaknesses. Knowing the limited maximum speed, the commanders often should resort to long‑distance gunnery. This long-range shooting is, in fact, very healthy for the Centurion X. The firepower is more than sufficient to cause damage in most ranges; thus, sniping is where most mainstream British medium tanks will excel.
-The shoot-and-scoot tactic benefits the Centurion Action X. It will protect the vehicle from prolonged exposure as the lower turret is poorly armoured to withstand serious firepower. One way to stay alive is never to expose your lower half of the turret.
+The shoot-and-scoot tactic benefits the Centurion Action X. It will protect the vehicle from prolonged exposure, as the lower turret is poorly armoured to withstand serious firepower. One way to stay alive is never to expose your lower half of the turret.
-An early game planning of the map positioning will allow the Centurion Action X to strike lethally without being immediately obliterated. However, players should keep in mind another forte of most British MBTs down the line; this is the flexibility of the gun elevation. Therefore slopes, cliffs and trenches on maps such as [[Ash River]], [[Carpathians (Ground Forces)|Carpathians]] or [[Fulda (Ground Forces)|Fulda]], should be used to multiply the damage the Centurion can cause.
+An early game planning of the map positioning allows the Centurion Action X to strike lethally without being immediately obliterated. However, players should keep in mind another forte of most British MBTs down the line; this is the flexibility of the gun elevation. Therefore, slopes, cliffs, and trenches on maps such as [[Ash River]], [[Carpathians (Ground Forces)|Carpathians]] or [[Fulda (Ground Forces)|Fulda]], should be used to multiply the damage the Centurion can cause.
-The sniper or support role can provide the best results in the long run, as most tanks at its rank will often struggle to fire effectively when on the move or at long ranges. Meanwhile, the Centurion Action X will quickly get in and out of cover thanks to the gun stabilizer, firing whenever enemy targets are spotted.
+The sniper or support role can provide the best results eventually, as most tanks at its rank will often struggle to fire effectively when on the move or at long ranges. Meanwhile, the Centurion Action X will quickly get in and out of cover thanks to the gun stabilizer, firing whenever enemy targets are spotted.
-New players may learn the best way to help your team win the game is by being in the rear supporting the offensive of the most aggressive tanks. Not only covering the fronts but also on the lookout for light flankers.
+New players may learn the best way to help your team win the game is by being in the rear, supporting the offensive of the most aggressive tanks; not only covering the fronts but also on the lookout for light flankers.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 * Powerful high penetrating 20 pdr gun, available with an APDS choice
-* Very quick reload time, down to 6.3 seconds per round when in full crew and ace experience
+* Rapid reload time, down to 6.3 seconds per round when in full crew and ace experience
-* Has good gun depression and with gun stabilizer like other Centurion
+* Has good gun depression and with a gun stabilizer like other Centurions
-* Slopped upper turret armour, up to 240+ mm thick in some areas
+* Sloped upper turret armour, up to 240+ mm thick in some areas
 '''Cons:'''
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 * Ammo rack in the front like other Centurions
 * Small internal compartment (only 4 crew members), easy to knock out with one hit
-* Although APDS provides high penetration even in long distances, it provides little post-penetration damage
+* Although APDS provides high penetration even at long ranges, post-penetration damage is low
-* Lower turret armour is not reliable sometimes, very thin armour
+* Lower turret armour is sometimes not reliable, very thin armour
 * No explosive filler on any AP shells

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 * '''20pdr Shell SS Mk.1''': Smoke; useful to blind enemy vehicles that are too remote for you to disable so that you can progress towards objectives. However, it is a very slow shell.
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+{{:20pdr OQF Mk.I (84 mm)/Ammunition|Shot Mk.1, Shot Mk.3, Shell Mk.1, 20pdr Shell SS Mk.1}}
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====

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 The imponent-looking prototype, the Centurion X, is a tank with a unique personality. The vehicle will be appreciatively friendly to the aspiring tankers and veterans of the British tanks, while also setting a small peak of what the latter ranks got to offer.
-With a fair share of mobility and firepower, the Centurion X is a good Premium piece in the British Post-war lineup. The novelty is about the now, more sloped turret armour features. Despite the evidence of some inadequate armour angles, the tank can surely stand on its own, if played appropriately; With a playstyle pretty much comparable to the tech tree development cousin, the [[FV4202]].
+With a fair share of mobility and firepower, the Centurion X is a good premium vehicle in the British Post-war lineup. The novelty is about the now, more sloped turret armour features. Despite the evidence of some inadequate armour angles, the tank can surely stand on its own, if played appropriately, with a playstyle pretty much comparable to its tech tree development cousin, the [[FV4202]].
 Overall a good way to research higher ranks, learn more about the game style and earn some nifty Silver Lions rewards!
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 The shoot-and-scoot tactic benefits the Centurion Action X. It will protect the vehicle from prolonged exposure as the lower turret is poorly armoured to withstand serious firepower. One way to stay alive is never to expose your lower half of the turret.
-An early game planning of the map positioning will allow the Centurion Action X to strike lethally without being immediately obliterated. However, players should keep in mind another forte of most British MBTs down the line; this is the flexibility of the gun elevation. Therefore slopes, cliffs and trenches on maps such as [[Ash River|Ash river]], [[Carpathians (Ground Forces)|Carpathians]] or [[Fulda (Ground Forces)|Fulda]], should be used to multiply the damage the Centurion can cause.
+An early game planning of the map positioning will allow the Centurion Action X to strike lethally without being immediately obliterated. However, players should keep in mind another forte of most British MBTs down the line; this is the flexibility of the gun elevation. Therefore slopes, cliffs and trenches on maps such as [[Ash River]], [[Carpathians (Ground Forces)|Carpathians]] or [[Fulda (Ground Forces)|Fulda]], should be used to multiply the damage the Centurion can cause.
 The sniper or support role can provide the best results in the long run, as most tanks at its rank will often struggle to fire effectively when on the move or at long ranges. Meanwhile, the Centurion Action X will quickly get in and out of cover thanks to the gun stabilizer, firing whenever enemy targets are spotted.

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 * '''Shot Mk.1''': APCBC; an armour-piercing capped shell with ballistic cap that has a good penetration power but a rather average post-penetration damage effect. Make sure to target modules and crew positions to maximize the damage inflicted.
 * '''Shot Mk.3''': APDS; an armour-piercing discarding sabot shot that has a very high penetration power but a poor post-penetration damage effect. Make sure to target modules and crew positions to maximize the damage inflicted.
-* '''Shell Mk.1''': HE; a shell useful for destroying open and lightly armoured vehicles but travels at a low speed.
+* '''Shell Mk.1''': HE; a shell useful for destroying open and lightly-armoured vehicles but travelling at a low speed.
 * '''20pdr Shell SS Mk.1''': Smoke; useful to blind enemy vehicles that are too remote for you to disable so that you can progress towards objectives. However, it is a very slow shell.

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 == Usage in battles ==
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+<!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in the vehicle, the features of using vehicles in the team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but instead give the reader food for thought. Describe the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
-At first Glance, the Centurion X does not bring a significant change in playstyle. Compared to equivalent-rank vehicles, battle usage can be straightforward. But there are some meaningful lessons for future medium tanks that excel at support roles down the rank, namely the [[Chieftain (Family)|Chieftains]].
+At first glance, the Centurion Action X does not bring a significant change in playstyle. Compared to equivalent-rank vehicles, battle usage can be straightforward. But there are some meaningful lessons for future medium tanks that excel at support roles down the rank, namely the [[Chieftain (Family)|Chieftains]].
-One way to master this tank's capabilities is to under its weaknesses. Knowing the limited maximum speed inherent in the Centurion series, the commanders often should resort to long-distance gunnery. This long-range shooting is, in fact, very healthy for the Centurion X. The firepower is more than sufficient to cause damage in most ranges; thus, sniping is where most mainstream British medium tanks will excel.
+One way to master this tank's capabilities is to minimize its weaknesses. Knowing the limited maximum speed, the commanders often should resort to long-distance gunnery. This long-range shooting is, in fact, very healthy for the Centurion X. The firepower is more than sufficient to cause damage in most ranges; thus, sniping is where most mainstream British medium tanks will excel.
-The shoot and scoot tactic benefits the Centurion X. It will protect the vehicle from prolonged exposure as the lower turret is poorly armoured to withstand serious firepower. One way to stay alive is never to expose your lower half of the turret!
+The shoot-and-scoot tactic benefits the Centurion Action X. It will protect the vehicle from prolonged exposure as the lower turret is poorly armoured to withstand serious firepower. One way to stay alive is never to expose your lower half of the turret.
-An early game planning of the map positioning will allow the Centurion X to strike lethally without being immediately obliterated. However, players should keep in mind another forte of most British MBTs down the line; this is the flexibility of the gun elevation. Therefore slopes, cliffs and trenches on maps such as [[Ash River|Ash river]], [[Carpathians (Ground Forces)|Carpathians]] or [[Fulda (Ground Forces)|Fulda]], should be used to multiply the damage the Centurion can cause.
+An early game planning of the map positioning will allow the Centurion Action X to strike lethally without being immediately obliterated. However, players should keep in mind another forte of most British MBTs down the line; this is the flexibility of the gun elevation. Therefore slopes, cliffs and trenches on maps such as [[Ash river]], [[Carpathians (Ground Forces)|Carpathians]] or [[Fulda (Ground Forces)|Fulda]], should be used to multiply the damage the Centurion can cause.
-The Sniper or support role can provide the best results in the long run, as most tanks at its rank will often struggle to fire effectively when on the move or at long ranges. Meanwhile, the Centurion X will quickly get in and out of cover thanks to the gun stabilizer, firing whenever enemy targets are spotted.
+The sniper or support role can provide the best results in the long run, as most tanks at its rank will often struggle to fire effectively when on the move or at long ranges. Meanwhile, the Centurion Action X will quickly get in and out of cover thanks to the gun stabilizer, firing whenever enemy targets are spotted.
 New players may learn the best way to help your team win the game is by being in the rear supporting the offensive of the most aggressive tanks. Not only covering the fronts but also on the lookout for light flankers.
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Powerful and high penetrating 20 pdr gun, available with an APDS choice like other Centurions with 20 pdrs
+* Powerful and high penetrating 20 pdr gun, available with an APDS choice
 * Very quick reload time, down to 6.3 seconds per round when in full crew and ace experience
-* Have good gun depression and with gun stabilizer like other Centurion
+* Has good gun depression and with gun stabilizer like other Centurion
-* Slopped upper turret armour, up to 240 mm+ thick in some areas
+* Slopped upper turret armour, up to 240+ mm thick in some areas
 '''Cons:'''
 * With only 39 (AB), 35 (RB and SB) km/h top speed, its mobility is mediocre when compared to some contemporary mediums
-* Ammo rack in the front (will be empty if 33 rounds are loaded) like other Centurions
+* Ammo rack in the front like other Centurions
-* Small internal compartment (only 4 crew members), easy to one-shot like its siblings
+* Small internal compartment (only 4 crew members), easy to knock out with one hit
-* Although APDS provide high penetration even in long distances, it provides only conical damage (Aim carefully)
+* Although APDS provides high penetration even in long distances, it provides little post-penetration damage
-* Lower turret armour is not reliable sometimes, very thin armour (serious damages would occur if enemies penetrate it)
+* Lower turret armour is not reliable sometimes, very thin armour
-* No explosive filler on any AP shells like other centurions in Rank IV
+* No explosive filler on any AP shells
 == History ==
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 Development of the Centurion Action X began in the early 1950s. The aim of the project was to improve the Centurion's ballistic protection by fitting the vehicle with the recently developed 'mantletless' turret design. The turret was fitted on a Centurion Mk.7 hull and featured thick, heavily sloped surfaces which further increased its effectiveness.
-Furthermore, the vehicle was tested with both the QF 20-pdr as well as the 105mm L7 cannon. In the end however, only a couple prototypes were built and tested in addition to a few turrets being used separately for ballistic trials. The Centurion Action X never passed the testing stage and was thus also not ordered into production. However, the experience gained during its development, specifically regarding the use of the mantletless turret, was later incorporated into subsequent tank designs such as the FV4202 and the well-known Chieftain main battle tank.
+Furthermore, the vehicle was tested with both the QF 20-pdr as well as the 105 mm L7 cannon. In the end however, only a couple prototypes were built and tested in addition to a few turrets being used separately for ballistic trials. The Centurion Action X never passed the testing stage and was thus also not ordered into production. However, the experience gained during its development, specifically regarding the use of the mantletless turret, was later incorporated into subsequent tank designs such as the FV4202 and the well-known Chieftain main battle tank.
 == Media ==
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 ;Skins
-* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicleCountry=britain&vehicleType=tank&vehicleClass=medium_tank&vehicle=uk_centurion_action_x Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
+* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=uk_centurion_action_x Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
 ;Videos
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 * [[Centurion (Family)]]
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