LVT(A)(1) - Revision history

U44629479: Edits

2024-04-01T21:00:09Z

Edits

U43191476: /* See also */

2024-04-01T09:02:59Z

‎See also

U44629479: Edits

2024-03-30T20:55:00Z

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U34277794 at 04:58, 23 January 2024

2024-01-23T04:58:03Z

U34277794 at 04:57, 23 January 2024

2024-01-23T04:57:03Z

U34277794: Updated Usage in battles

2024-01-23T04:55:23Z

Updated Usage in battles

U74396666: Consistency updates

2023-11-22T10:39:20Z

Consistency updates

U74396666: Consistency updates

2023-11-22T10:30:02Z

Consistency updates

U74396666: Minor consistency updates

2023-08-29T03:29:12Z

Minor consistency updates

U74396666: Minor link changes

2023-08-13T04:12:15Z

Minor link changes

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 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
-;'''Related development'''
+;Related development
-;* [[LVT (Family)]]
+* [[LVT (Family)]]
-;** [[LVT(A)(4)]]
-;'''Other vehicles of similar configuration and role'''
+;Other vehicles of similar configuration and role
-;* [[Ka-Mi]]
+* [[Ka-Mi]]
 == External links ==

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 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
-;Other vehicles of similar configuration and role
+;'''Related development'''
+;* [[LVT (Family)]]
-* [[Ka-Mi]]
+;** [[LVT(A)(4)]]
 == External links ==

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 == Usage in battles ==
 <!-- ''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).'' -->
-A tactic is to try facing down a street while hiding the massive unarmored hull. Try to only have the small turret stick out from behind the cover or angle the tank's hull such that only the turret and a small part of the hull/crew is exposed. Next, patiently wait for a target to turn onto the street then use the quick firing and accurate 37mm to destroy them. As the 37mm gun has little explosive filler, it will most often take a minimum of 2 shots to destroy a tank, so try to immobilise the enemy first and then take out the crew. When the gunner gets taken out by return fire, the best case scenario is to retreat back to cover if available, or else sit it out and call for artillery in the meantime. Always prioritise [[15cm sIG 33 B Sfl]], [[Chi-Ha]] and [[Pz.IV C]] when there are multiple enemies as these tanks are the bane of the LVT(A)(1). If under artillery fire, immediately get out of the area as the splash damage from the artillery will destroy the tank. When there are no enemies, always clear the frontage with the main gun and the machine guns so as to spot the enemy first and have the first shot advantage.
+A tactic is to try facing down a street while hiding the massive unarmoured hull. Try to only have the small turret stick out from behind the cover or angle the tank's hull such that only the turret and a small part of the hull/crew is exposed. Next, patiently wait for a target to turn onto the street then use the quick firing and accurate 37 mm to destroy them. As the 37 mm gun has little explosive filler, it will most often take a minimum of 2 shots to destroy a tank, so try to immobilise the enemy first and then take out the crew. When the gunner gets taken out by return fire, the best case scenario is to retreat back to cover if available, or else sit it out and call for artillery in the meantime. Always prioritise [[15cm sIG 33 B Sfl]], [[Chi-Ha]] and [[Pz.IV C]] when there are multiple enemies as these tanks are the bane of the LVT(A)(1). If under artillery fire, immediately get out of the area as the splash damage from the artillery will destroy the tank. When there are no enemies, always clear the frontage with the main gun and the machine guns so as to spot the enemy first and have the first shot advantage.
 Another tactic is to use the LVT(A)(1)'s ability to sneak up waterways to work around the enemy lines, and ambush when possible. If that is not a option, come at them head on, either taking their vehicle out or disabling it long enough to get around and finish it with a side shot. Once done, do not take the waterways back as the LVT(A)(1) is much faster on land.
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 * [[15cm sIG 33 B Sfl]] - Armed with a massive 15cm calibre gun that will obliterate the LVT(A)(1) if the shell lands a hit on any part of the tank. When facing this tank frontally, always aim for the right side of the gun to take out the gunner. Use the quick firing gun to then take out any remaining crew.
-* [[Chi-Ha]] -  The stock APHE with its abysmal penetration will take out the tank in one shot not to mention the upgraded HEAT shell. Immediate priority is to take out the gunner.
+* [[Chi-Ha]] - The stock APHE with its abysmal penetration will take out the tank in one shot not to mention the upgraded HEAT shell. Immediate priority is to take out the gunner.
-* [[Pz.IV C]] - Will one shot the LVT(A)(1) with any shell. Aim for the flat hull armor plate directly below the turret to take out the gunner.
+* [[Pz.IV C]] - Will one shot the LVT(A)(1) with any shell. Aim for the flat hull armour plate directly below the turret to take out the gunner.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Very fast and manoeuverable on most terrain
+* Very fast and manoeuvrable on most terrain
 * 6 crew members
 * Fast-firing and accurate 37 mm gun
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 '''Cons:'''
-* Huge (shell magnet)
+* Huge target
 * Barely any armour to speak about
 * Exposed lower glacis

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 == Usage in battles ==
 <!-- ''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).'' -->
-A tactic is to try facing down a street while hiding the massive unarmored hull. Try to only have the small turret stick out from behind the cover or angle the tank's hull such that only the turret and a small part of the hull/crew is exposed. Next, patiently wait for a target to turn onto the street then use the quick firing and accurate 37mm to destroy them. As the 37mm gun has little explosive filler, it will most often take a minimum of 2 shots to destroy a tank, so try to immobilise the enemy first and then take out the crew. When the gunner gets taken out by return fire, the best case scenario is to retreat back to cover if available, or else sit it out and call for artillery in the meantime. Always prioritise [[15cm_sIG_33_B_Sfl]], [[Chi-Ha]] and [[Pz.IV_C]] when there are multiple enemies as these tanks are the bane of the LVT(A)(1). If under artillery fire, immediately get out of the area as the splash damage from the artillery will destroy the tank. When there are no enemies, always clear the frontage with the main gun and the machine guns so as to spot the enemy first and have the first shot advantage.
+A tactic is to try facing down a street while hiding the massive unarmored hull. Try to only have the small turret stick out from behind the cover or angle the tank's hull such that only the turret and a small part of the hull/crew is exposed. Next, patiently wait for a target to turn onto the street then use the quick firing and accurate 37mm to destroy them. As the 37mm gun has little explosive filler, it will most often take a minimum of 2 shots to destroy a tank, so try to immobilise the enemy first and then take out the crew. When the gunner gets taken out by return fire, the best case scenario is to retreat back to cover if available, or else sit it out and call for artillery in the meantime. Always prioritise [[15cm sIG 33 B Sfl]], [[Chi-Ha]] and [[Pz.IV C]] when there are multiple enemies as these tanks are the bane of the LVT(A)(1). If under artillery fire, immediately get out of the area as the splash damage from the artillery will destroy the tank. When there are no enemies, always clear the frontage with the main gun and the machine guns so as to spot the enemy first and have the first shot advantage.
 Another tactic is to use the LVT(A)(1)'s ability to sneak up waterways to work around the enemy lines, and ambush when possible. If that is not a option, come at them head on, either taking their vehicle out or disabling it long enough to get around and finish it with a side shot. Once done, do not take the waterways back as the LVT(A)(1) is much faster on land.

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 '''Enemies worth noting:'''
-* [[15cm_sIG_33_B_Sfl]] - Armed with a massive 15cm calibre gun that will obliterate the LVT(A)(1) if the shell lands a hit on any part of the tank. When facing this tank frontally, always aim for the right side of the gun to take out the gunner. Use the quick firing gun to then take out any remaining crew.
+* [[15cm sIG 33 B Sfl]] - Armed with a massive 15cm calibre gun that will obliterate the LVT(A)(1) if the shell lands a hit on any part of the tank. When facing this tank frontally, always aim for the right side of the gun to take out the gunner. Use the quick firing gun to then take out any remaining crew.
 * [[Chi-Ha]] -  The stock APHE with its abysmal penetration will take out the tank in one shot not to mention the upgraded HEAT shell. Immediate priority is to take out the gunner.
-* [[Pz.IV_C]] - Will one shot the LVT(A)(1) with any shell. Aim for the flat hull armor plate directly below the turret to take out the gunner.
+* [[Pz.IV C]] - Will one shot the LVT(A)(1) with any shell. Aim for the flat hull armor plate directly below the turret to take out the gunner.
 === Pros and cons ===

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 == Description ==
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-The '''Amphibious Vehicle, Tracked, Amoured, Mark 1 - LVT(A)(1)''' is the first (armoured, infantry support) variant of the [[LVT (Family)|Landing Vehicle Tracked (LVT) family]]. Originally designed and used as cargo ship carriers for ship-to-shore operations to transport personnel and materials, they gradually evolved into amphibious fire support vehicles, as well as other amphibious assault landing variants. The first armoured, infantry support variant of the LVT was the LVT(A) Mark 1. With the first combat experience of Pacific amphibious operations for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines, it was evident that more firepower than the M2HB Browning heavy machine gun commonly utilized by the U.S. Marines was required. It had a turret similar to the [[M3 Stuart|M3]] – a 37 mm M6 tank gun on an M44 mount and a coaxial 7.62 mm M1919A4 light machine gun, with two extra 7.62 mm M1919A4 light machine guns mounted on ring mounts on the aft deck behind the turret. A vertical stabilizer was integrated into the main gun mount to allow the LVT(A)s to engage enemy positions while still moving in the water. Throughout the war, a total of 509 units were produced. These vehicles were intended to provide direct fire support to attacking Marines as they established a beachhead against their adversaries' defences.
+The '''Amphibious Vehicle, Tracked, Amoured, Mark 1 - LVT(A)(1)''' is the first (armoured, infantry support) variant of the [[LVT (Family)|Amphibious Vehicle, Tracked (LVT) family]]. Originally designed and used as cargo ship carriers for ship-to-shore operations to transport personnel and materials, they gradually evolved into amphibious fire support vehicles, as well as other amphibious assault landing variants. The first armoured, infantry support variant of the LVT was the LVT(A) Mark 1. With the first combat experience of Pacific amphibious operations for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines, it was evident that more firepower than the M2HB Browning heavy machine gun commonly utilized by the U.S. Marines was required. It had a turret similar to the [[M3 Stuart|M3]] – a 37 mm M6 tank gun on an M44 mount and a coaxial 7.62 mm M1919A4 light machine gun, with two extra 7.62 mm M1919A4 light machine guns mounted on ring mounts on the aft deck behind the turret. A vertical stabilizer was integrated into the main gun mount to allow the LVT(A)s to engage enemy positions while still moving in the water. Throughout the war, a total of 509 units were produced. These vehicles were intended to provide direct fire support to attacking Marines as they established a beachhead against their adversaries' defences.
 Introduced in [[Update 1.59 "Flaming Arrows"]], the LVT(A)(1) is a beginner light tank under the U.S. Army ground forces. It has similar firepower to the [[M3 Stuart|M3]] but has the unique ability to traverse across water, which most other tanks do not have. To keep afloat in the water, the tank is made of relatively thin steel plates and provides little protection against anything heavier than light machine gun fire. Nonetheless, it provides a completely different experience and viable techniques in the accumulation of light tanks in the U.S. Army ground forces that inexperienced players can easily explore.