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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' ({{Annotation|四式中戦車 「チト」量産型|Yon-Shiki Chū-Sensha [Chi-To] Ryōsan-gata}}) was the final design of the [[Chi-To]] and the proposed production model, having a more streamlined turret design easing production, the armour is also slightly more angled giving it more effective armour than its initial design.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' ({{Annotation|四式中戦車 「チト」量産型|Yon-Shiki Chū-Sensha [Chi-To] Ryōsan-gata}}) was the final design of the [[Chi-To]] and the proposed production model, having a more streamlined turret design easing production, the armour is also slightly more angled giving it more effective armour than its initial design. However, like its prototype, production was delayed for too long due to material shortages, factory bombings, and ultimately the end of the war.
 It was introduced in [[Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica"]]. Compared to its previous design before it, the Chi-To late is slightly more forgiving due to armour effectiveness, able to shrug off shells slightly more often with the same deadly cannon as the [[Chi-To]]. It is still advised to keep the Chi-To Late at a long sniper distance, offering the high velocity and deadly 75 mm cannon would be a shame to lose in the frontline.

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 == See also ==
-'''Related development'''
+<!-- ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
 * [[Chi-To]]
-'''Vehicles of similar configuration and role'''
+;Other vehicles of similar configuration and role
+* [[File:IJA flag.png|30px|link=]] [[Chi-Ri II]]
-* [[Chi-Nu II]]
+* [[File:Germany flag.png|30px|link=]] [[Pz.IV (Family)]] - <small>(Late models)</small>
-* [[Chi-Ri II]]
+* [[File:Germany flag.png|30px|link=]] [[Panther tank (Family)]]
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 == See also ==
-''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
+'''Related development'''
-* ''reference to the series of the vehicles;''
+* [[Chi-To]]
-* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
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 '''Cons:'''
-* Atrocious optics; no magnification whatsoever.
+* Atrocious optics
 * Poor turret traverse.
 * Average acceleration and mobility, easily beat by Pz.IVs, Shermans, and T-34s

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 '''Cons:'''
 * Poor turret traverse.
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 == See also ==
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 * ''reference to the series of the vehicles;''
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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' ({{Annotation|四式中戦車 「チト」量産型|Yon-Shiki Chū-Sensha [Chi-To] Ryōsan-gata}}) is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Japanese medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica"]]. It is an improvement over the original [[Chi-To]] with a more sloped hull for better protection.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' ({{Annotation|四式中戦車 「チト」量産型|Yon-Shiki Chū-Sensha [Chi-To] Ryōsan-gata}}) was the final design of the [[Chi-To]] and the proposed production model, having a more streamline turret design easing production, the armour is also slightly angled more giving it more effective armour than its initial design.
-Similar to the Chi-To, the tank's mobility is only average with average armour and a decent gun. Like most Japanese tanks in Rank III, it is most effective as a sniper due to its thin armour, low turret traverse, and good gun depression. Sticking to the rear and letting heavier units advance is most ideal, however, this is not always possible and you will need to push with your team on the front at times. At times like this, play cautiously and stick to cover, as your thin side armour, poor hull traverse, and poor turret traverse can result in you easily being flanked. The lack of APC rounds like all Japanese guns gives the tank poor performance when fighting heavily sloped armour like the [[T-34-57|T-34's]] or [[IS-1|IS's]], and ricochets will be a common occurrence. It is best to aim for flat spots of armour where you will easily penetrate and let the HE filler do the rest.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica"]]. Compared to its previous design before it, the Chi-To late is slightly more forgiving due to armour effectiveness, able to shrug off shells slightly more often with the same deadly cannon as the [[Chi-To]]. It is still advised to keep the Chi-To at a long sniper distance, offering the high velocity and deadly 75 mm cannon would be a shame to lose in the frontline.
 == General info ==

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 Similar to the Chi-To, the tank's mobility is only average with average armour and a decent gun. Like most Japanese tanks in Rank III, it is most effective as a sniper due to its thin armour, low turret traverse, and good gun depression. Sticking to the rear and letting heavier units advance is most ideal, however, this is not always possible and you will need to push with your team on the front at times. At times like this, play cautiously and stick to cover, as your thin side armour, poor hull traverse, and poor turret traverse can result in you easily being flanked. The lack of APC rounds like all Japanese guns gives the tank poor performance when fighting heavily sloped armour like the [[T-34-57|T-34's]] or [[IS-1|IS's]], and ricochets will be a common occurrence. It is best to aim for flat spots of armour where you will easily penetrate and let the HE filler do the rest.
-A more armoured tank than the Chi-To before it, the Chi-To Late is a bit more forgiving. Like many Japanese tanks of Rank III, the Chi-To Late possesses the [[Type II Model II (75 mm)|Type II Model II 75 mm gun]] that allows it to penetrate nearly everything it fights with decent consistency. The high muzzle velocity, above average pen against flat and gently sloped armour, good gun depression and good explosive filler make the tank a good sniper in most cases. However, unlike the Chi-To, the sloped armour and smaller, symmetrical turret design make the tank more capable in a brawling situation where you are more likely to get hit.
+A more armoured tank than the Chi-To before it, the Chi-To Late is a bit more forgiving. Like many Japanese tanks of Rank III, the Chi-To Late possesses the [[Type II Model II (75 mm)|Type II Model II 75 mm gun]] that allows it to penetrate nearly everything it fights with decent consistency. The high muzzle velocity, above average penetration against flat and gently sloped armour, good gun depression and good explosive filler make the tank a good sniper in most cases. However, unlike the Chi-To, the sloped armour and smaller, symmetrical turret design make the tank more capable in a brawling situation where you are more likely to get hit.
 In terms of raw thickness, the armour is the same. However the Chi-To Late's hull armour is roughly equivalent to that of the [[KV-1 (L-11)]] frontally and therefore is fairly safe from many guns beneath its battle rating such as the [[M3 (75 mm)|75 mm  M3]], [[Ordnance QF 6-pounder Mk.V (57 mm)|57 mm QF 6-pdr]], and [[F-34 (76 mm)|76 mm F-34]]. Guns of its rank such as the [[M1 (76 mm)|76 mm M1]], [[KwK40 L48 (75 mm)|KwK40 L48]], [[D-5T (85 mm)|85 mm D-5T]], or the [[Ordnance QF 17-pounder (76 mm)|76 mm QF 17-pdr]] will not struggle with its armour however, so you should not push as if your armour is effective as such.
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-The 7.5 cm Tank Gun Type II Model II performs very well at 4.7, and there are seldom any targets that can bounce the Type 4 Kou APHE shell from the front of their armour. It also has decent reloading and great explosive filler, meaning that shots that penetrate will either inflict heavy damage or result in a one-shot.
+The 7.5 cm Tank Gun Type II Model II performs very well at this BR, and there are seldom any targets that can bounce the Type 4 Kou APHE shell from the front of their armour. It also has decent reloading and great explosive filler, meaning that shots that penetrate will either inflict heavy damage or result in a knock-out.
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 Against most heavies such as the [[IS-1]]/[[IS-2|2]], [[Tiger H1|Tiger]], or [[Panther D|Panther]], it is only worthwhile to engage if you are already entrenched in a solid defensive position. Your gun's lack of APCBC gives you poor performance against slopes and rounded armour on the IS, Panther, and angled Tigers, making any ranged engagement near useless. Against tanks such as the [[M4A3E2|Jumbo 75]] or [[M4A3E2 (76) W|76]], it is best to disengage and flank them or have teammates flank them. Against all other medium tanks, shots to the hull will suffice at most range.
-The M4A3E2 Jumbo could be a menace if not handled properly as they are nigh impenetrable from the front due to its thick armour. Either try for a very precise shot through the MG port in the front or shoot the armour behind the tracks if they are angled. The best way to deal with a Sherman Jumbo is to shoot it through the side or between the side plate and the tracks. There is a small gap between the top of the tracks and the bottom of the side plate that can be easily penetrated by the Chi-To Late, and a successful penetration here usually results in a one-shot, or a destroyed/alight engine. This weak spot is relatively easy to exploit as most Jumbo drivers make the mistake of angling their armour, which gives you full view of this weak spot. If you are struggling to hit it, then a shot through the drive wheel at an angle of 45º or more usually works quite well also. You should feel no pressure to get this right the first time, as a well-angled Chi-To Late can reliably bounce the Jumbo's shells, unless the Jumbo in question happens to be sporting the 76mm M1A1 cannon.
+The M4A3E2 Jumbo could be a menace if not handled properly as they are nigh impenetrable from the front due to its thick armour. Either try for a very precise shot through the MG port in the front or shoot the armour behind the tracks if they are angled. The best way to deal with a Sherman Jumbo is to shoot it through the side or between the side plate and the tracks. There is a small gap between the top of the tracks and the bottom of the side plate that can be easily penetrated by the Chi-To Late, and a successful penetration here usually results in a knock-out, or a destroyed/alight engine. This weak spot is relatively easy to exploit as most Jumbo drivers make the mistake of angling their armour, which gives you full view of this weak spot. If you are struggling to hit it, then a shot through the drive wheel at an angle of 45º or more usually works quite well also. You should feel no pressure to get this right the first time, as a well-angled Chi-To Late can reliably bounce the Jumbo's shells, unless the Jumbo in question happens to be sporting the 76 mm M1A1 cannon.
-The IS series of tanks can also be a bit of a bother to deal with. At this battle rating, you may find the IS-1, IS-2 or IS-2 mod. 1944 (rare). However, they can be defeated by exploiting the shot trap on the turret front (requires some luck), shooting the driver's hatch on the front or the gun mantlet (requires extreme precision and luck), shooting the lower frontal plate (the most reliable way to kill an IS) or shooting the frontal armour plate from a 90º angle. That being said, your tank can still one-shot the IS series you'll face by shooting directly beneath the turret ring.
+The IS series of tanks can also be a bit of a bother to deal with. At this battle rating, you may find the IS-1, IS-2 or IS-2 mod. 1944 (rare). However, they can be defeated by exploiting the shot trap on the turret front (requires some luck), shooting the driver's hatch on the front or the gun mantlet (requires extreme precision and luck), shooting the lower frontal plate (the most reliable way to kill an IS) or shooting the frontal armour plate from a 90º angle. That being said, your tank can still knock out the IS series you'll face by shooting directly beneath the turret ring.
-You may encounter the German "Big Cat" tanks (Tiger H1, Tiger E, Panther D, Panther A) if you get seriously up tiered. In this case the best thing you can do is hit them from the side, which usually results in a one-shot. If facing a Tiger (or any German Big Cat for that matter) from the front, you should retreat. However, if his frontal plate is not angled, then it might be worth a shot to shoot between the machine gun port and driver's hatch, which will result in a one-shot. As for the panther, try to exploit the shot trap on the turret, but only as a last resort. Your first port of call should be to shoot the drive wheel, basically following the same tactics you'd use for dealing with a Sherman Jumbo.
+You may encounter the German "Big Cat" tanks (Tiger H1, Tiger E, Panther D, Panther A) if you get seriously up tiered. In this case the best thing you can do is hit them from the side, which usually results in a knock-out. If facing a Tiger (or any German Big Cat for that matter) from the front, you should retreat. However, if his frontal plate is not angled, then it might be worth a shot to shoot between the machine gun port and driver's hatch, which will result in a knock-out. As for the panther, try to exploit the shot trap on the turret, but only as a last resort. Your first port of call should be to shoot the drive wheel, basically following the same tactics you'd use for dealing with a Sherman Jumbo.
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 * [[M6A1]]: the frontal armour on this thing can be a bit fiddly. Aim for a spot that doesn't seem to have more than one armour plate layered on it.
-Most tanks you face can penetrate you frontally if they shoot your frontal plate when it is not angled. It is recommended to get the first shot off and then retreat, and make a second surprise attack. Most of the time, a penetration results in a one-shot with this tank. You can penetrate pretty much any medium or light tank frontally by shooting the upper front plate, so use that to your advantage.
+Most tanks you face can penetrate you frontally if they shoot your frontal plate when it is not angled. It is recommended to get the first shot off and then retreat, and make a second surprise attack. Most of the time, a penetration results in a knock-out with this tank. You can penetrate pretty much any medium or light tank frontally by shooting the upper front plate, so use that to your advantage.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Sloped hull armour, a first in Japan tank designs, roughly equivalent to the hull of a KV-1 frontally and can withstand several lower-rank guns.
+* Sloped hull armour, a first in Japan tank designs, roughly equivalent to the hull of a KV-1 frontally and can withstand several lower-rank guns
-* 75 mm Tank Gun Type 5 has good muzzle velocity, penetration, and filler.
+* 75 mm Tank Gun Type 5 has good muzzle velocity, penetration, and filler
-* Good gun depression.
+* Good gun depression
-* Smaller turret than the Chi-To.
+* Smaller turret than the Chi-To
-* Good reverse speed.
+* Good reverse speed
-* Thickest side armour of all Japanese tanks tied with the Chi-Ri II at 35mm. Resistant to .50 cals.
+* Thickest side armour of all Japanese tanks tied with the Chi-Ri II at 35 mm. Resistant to .50 cal rounds
-* Symmetrical turret placement and gun placement in the turret, no odd angles of fire like the Chi-To.
+* Symmetrical turret placement and gun placement in the turret, no odd angles of fire like the Chi-To
-* Great penetration and explosive filler, a successful penetration usually results in a one-shot.
+* Great penetration and explosive filler, a successful penetration usually results in a knock-out
-* 42 km/h top speed is quite respectable.
+* 42 km/h top speed is quite respectable
 '''Cons:'''
 * Poor turret traverse.
-* Average acceleration and mobility, easily beat by Pz.IVs, Shermans, and T-34s.
+* Average acceleration and mobility, easily beat by Pz.IVs, Shermans, and T-34s
-* Hull cheeks make angling difficult.
+* Hull cheeks make angling difficult
-* Turret armour is no different from Chi-To, still easily penetrated by any gun it can see.
+* Turret armour is no different from Chi-To, still easily penetrated by any gun it can see
-* Lack of APCBC round gives poor performance versus sloped armour. Expect ricochets against Russians and Americans.
+* Lack of APCBC round gives poor performance versus sloped armour. Expect ricochets against Soviets and Americans
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 * Sun, Eun Ae. ''Chi-Ri & Chi-To: Aberdeen Tank Scrapping.'' YouTube, YouTube, 7 Aug. 2017, [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mkS8EodQbA Video]
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