KwK30 (20 mm) - Revision history

U44629479: Typo

2023-04-02T05:34:27Z

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U44629479: Edits

2023-04-02T05:34:00Z

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U9202753: Thumbnail added

2023-04-01T22:58:22Z

Thumbnail added

U44629479: /* Vehicles equipped with this weapon */ Added Sd.Kfz.222 (China)

2023-03-10T21:34:01Z

‎Vehicles equipped with this weapon: Added Sd.Kfz.222 (China)

U38088265: /* Available ammunition */

2023-02-04T14:53:33Z

‎Available ammunition

U38088265: /* Available ammunition */ Converted to transclusion

2023-02-04T14:50:46Z

‎Available ammunition: Converted to transclusion

U38088265: /* Available ammunition */ Updated

2022-04-07T21:21:20Z

‎Available ammunition: Updated

U44629479: /* Vehicles equipped with this weapon */ Added Pz.II C TD

2022-02-09T23:02:48Z

‎Vehicles equipped with this weapon: Added Pz.II C TD

U38088265: Edits

2020-04-20T10:28:49Z

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U88107198: Added to Description & Pros and Cons

2020-04-20T04:27:00Z

Added to Description & Pros and Cons

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−	[[File:Weapon KwK30 (20 mm).png\|thumb\|right\|x250px\|The 20 mm ~~KwK38~~ on the Pz.II C (DAK) gun mantlet.]]	+	[[File:Weapon KwK30 (20 mm).png\|thumb\|right\|x250px\|The 20 mm KwK30 on the Pz.II C (DAK) gun mantlet.]]

	== Description ==		== Description ==

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−	[[File:Weapon KwK30 (20 mm).png\|thumb\|right\|x250px\|The ~~KwK30 (~~20 mm) on the Pz.II C (DAK) gun mantlet.]]	+	[[File:Weapon KwK30 (20 mm).png\|thumb\|right\|x250px\|The 20 mm KwK38 on the Pz.II C (DAK) gun mantlet.]]

	== Description ==		== Description ==

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		+	[[File:Weapon KwK30 (20 mm).png\|thumb\|right\|x250px\|The KwK30 (20 mm) on the Pz.II C (DAK) gun mantlet.]]
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	== Description ==		== Description ==
	<!-- ''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.'' -->		<!-- ''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.'' -->

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.'' -->
-The '''KwK30 (20 mm)''' was primarily as the main armament of the [[Pz.II C]] and the [[Pz.II C (DAK)]]. The KwK 30 also served as the basis for the '''20 mm C/30L''', which was used on the [[He 112 A-0]]. An improved version that had a higher rate of fire, the [[KwK 38 (20 mm)|20 mm KwK 38]], was mounted on the [[Pz.II F]].
+The '''20 mm KwK30''' is a German tank cannon. It was primarily as the main armament of the [[Pz.II C]] and the [[Pz.II C (DAK)]]. The KwK30 also served as the basis for the 20 mm C/30L, which was used on the [[He 112 A-0]]. An improved version that had a higher rate of fire, the [[KwK38 (20 mm)|20 mm KwK38]], was mounted on the [[Pz.II F]].
 === Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===
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 * {{Specs-Link|germ_pzkpfw_II_ausf_C_DAK}}
 * {{Specs-Link|germ_pzkpfw_II_ausf_C_td}}
 == General info ==
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 * Very good penetration at close to medium ranges
 * Decent reload speed of 6~7 seconds
-* Better penetration than other 20mm cannons at its rank
+* Better penetration than other 20 mm cannons at its rank
 '''Cons:'''
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 ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.''
 {{Germany tank cannons}}
 [[Category:Tank cannons]]

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 <!-- ''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).'' -->
 * '''Default:''' {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEFI-T*|High-explosive fragmentation incendiary tracer (self-destroying)}} - The belt composition means that 50% of the shells (HEFI-T) are useless against tanks while the other 50% (API-T) is nearly useless against planes. However, this belt is reliable against open-topped or thin-skinned vehicles like SPAA vehicles. Since there are no dedicated high-explosive shells for the selection, having one belt of this in reserve does not hurt for those situations.
-* '''PzGr.:''' {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}} - This belt offers a good transition from the ''Default'' to the ''PzGr 40'' APCR belt. The round offers decent use and damage against lightly armoured tanks, especially at close range. Due to lack of high-explosive filler however, it is better to focus on the ''PzGr 40'' belt to maximize penetration power.
+* '''PzGr:''' {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}} - This belt offers a good transition from the ''Default'' to the ''PzGr 40'' APCR belt. The round offers decent use and damage against lightly armoured tanks, especially at close range. Due to lack of high-explosive filler however, it is better to focus on the ''PzGr 40'' belt to maximize penetration power.
-* '''PzGr.40:''' {{Annotation|HVAP-T|High-velocity armour-piercing tracer}} - Probably the best belt with the best penetrating shell for the vehicle. While the damage effects post-penetration can be quite poor, the rapid fire from the autocannon can mitigate this problem by following up quickly with another penetrating shot. In close combat, these shells should be used against modules and crew member to make the most of each shell. Against angled armour, however, the APCR ammo may not be very effective, just like any other APCR shell.
+* '''PzGr 40:''' {{Annotation|HVAP-T|High-velocity armour-piercing tracer}} - Probably the best belt with the best penetrating shell for the vehicle. While the damage effects post-penetration can be quite poor, the rapid fire from the autocannon can mitigate this problem by following up quickly with another penetrating shot. In close combat, these shells should be used against modules and crew member to make the most of each shell. Against angled armour, however, the APCR ammo may not be very effective, just like any other APCR shell.
 {{:{{PAGENAME}}/Ammunition|HEFI-T*, API-T, HVAP-T}}

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 === Available ammunition ===
 <!-- ''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).'' -->
-{| class="wikitable"
+{{:{{PAGENAME}}/Ammunition|HEFI-T*, API-T, HVAP-T}}
 === Comparison with analogues ===

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.'' -->
-The '''KwK30 (20 mm)''' was primarily as the main armament of the [[Pz.II C]] and the [[Pz.II C (DAK)]]. The KwK 30 also served as the basis for the '''20 mm C/30L''', which was used on the [[He 112 A-0]]. An improved version that had a higher rate of fire, the [[KwK 38 (20 mm)|20 mm KwK 38]], was mounted on the [[Pz.II F]].
+The '''KwK30 (20 mm)''' was primarily as the main armament of the [[Pz.II C]] and the [[Pz.II C (DAK)]]. The KwK 30 also served as the basis for the '''20 mm C/30L''', which was used on the [[He 112 A-0]]. An improved version that had a higher rate of fire, the [[KwK 38 (20 mm)|20 mm KwK 38]], was mounted on the [[Pz.II F]].
 === Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===
 <!-- ''List out vehicles that are equipped with the weapon.'' -->
 * {{Specs-Link|germ_pzkpfw_II_ausf_C}}
 * {{Specs-Link|germ_pzkpfw_II_ausf_C_DAK}}
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 == General info ==
-<!-- ''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.'' -->
+''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.''
 === Available ammunition ===
-<!-- ''Describe the shells that are available for the cannon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).'' -->
+<!-- ''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).'' -->
 {| class="wikitable"
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 |-
 ! Default
-| {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEFI-T|High-explosive fragmentation incendiary tracer}}
+| {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEFI-T*|High-explosive fragmentation incendiary tracer (self-destroying)}}
 | The belt composition means that 50% of the shells (HEFI-T) are useless against tanks while the other 50% (API-T) is nearly useless against planes. However, this belt is reliable against open-topped or thin-skinned vehicles like SPAA vehicles. Since there are no dedicated high-explosive shells for the selection, having one belt of this in reserve does not hurt for those situations.
 |-
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 ! colspan="7" | Penetration statistics
 |-
-! rowspan="2" data-sort-type="text" | Ammunition
+! rowspan="2" data-sort-type="text" | Belt
-! colspan="6" | '''Penetration @ 0° Angle of Attack (mm)'''
+! colspan="6" | Penetration @ 0° Angle of Attack (mm)
 |-
 ! 10 m !! 100 m !! 500 m !! 1,000 m !! 1,500 m !! 2,000 m
 |-
-| Default || 36 || 34 || 26 || 19 || 14 || 10
+| Default || 37 || 34 || 23 || 14 || 9 || 6
 |-
-| PzGr || 36 || 34 || 26 || 19 || 14 || 10
+| PzGr || 37 || 34 || 23 || 14 || 9 || 6
 |-
-| PzGr 40 || 64 || 63 || 26 || 8 || 3 || 1
+| PzGr 40 || 48 || 45 || 31 || 20 || 13 || 8
 |-
 |}
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 == Media ==
-''An excellent addition to the article would be a video guide, as well as screenshots from the game and photos.''
+''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''
 == See also ==

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 == Description ==
-''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Make an air or ground vehicles list on which this weapon is installed in our game.''
+The '''KwK30 (20 mm)''' was primarily as the main armament of the [[Pz.II C]] and the [[Pz.II C (DAK)]]. The KwK 30 also served as the basis for the '''20 mm C/30L''', which was used on the [[He 112 A-0]]. An improved version that had a higher rate of fire, the [[KwK 38 (20 mm)|20 mm KwK 38]], was mounted on the [[Pz.II F]].
 === Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===
 <!-- ''List out vehicles that are equipped with the weapon.'' -->
 * {{Specs-Link|germ_pzkpfw_II_ausf_C}}
 * {{Specs-Link|germ_pzkpfw_II_ausf_C_DAK}}
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 == Usage in battles ==
-''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against the main opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''
+The high fire rate and excellent penetration of the Kwk30 (20mm) allows enemy tanks to be killed quickly. However, a small magazine and a lengthy reload rate allows enemies to fire back and destroy you. After shooting at enemies, take cover to reload. Try to avoid long-range engagements, as the penetration rate drops off rapidly at around 500m.
 === Pros and cons ===
-''Summarize and briefly evaluate the weaponry in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark pros and cons as a list.''
+'''Pros:'''
+*
 '''Cons:'''
+*
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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:''
 * ''reference to the article about the variant of the cannon/machine gun;''
 * ''references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.''
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 == External links ==
 ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''encyclopedia page on weapon;''