QF 2-pounder (40 mm) - Revision history

U123137325: /* Vehicles equipped with this weapon */

2023-06-24T20:10:23Z

‎Vehicles equipped with this weapon

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U128413528: /* Usage in battles */

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‎Usage in battles

U128413528: /* Pros and cons */

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‎Pros and cons

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U44629479: /* Vehicles equipped with this weapon */ Added A.C.I

2022-01-04T15:27:04Z

‎Vehicles equipped with this weapon: Added A.C.I

U38088265: /* Vehicles equipped with this weapon */ Updated

2021-03-14T12:27:09Z

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 {{Navigation-Start|Vehicles equipped with this weapon}}
-{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Light tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|uk_daimler_mk_2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a17_mk_1_tetrarch}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_marmon_herrington_mk_6_2pdr}}
+{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Light tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|uk_daimler_mk_2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a17_mk_1_tetrarch}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_sarc_mk4_a}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_marmon_herrington_mk_6_2pdr}}
 {{Navigation-Line|A13}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a_13_mk1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a_13_mk1_3rd_rtr}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a_13_mk2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a_13_mk2_1939}}
 {{Navigation-Line|Crusader}}{{Specs-Link|uk_crusader_mk_2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_crusader_mk_2_the_saint}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|fr_crusader_mk_2}}

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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.'' -->
 Following the 1935 budget in Britain, the Government decided to standardise the armaments employed by both the Royal Tank Regiment and anti-tank gun companies to be identical. The first tank to utilise this gun was the Cruiser Mk. I (A9) which entered service in 1938. This tank, whilst not in the game, saw service in North Africa and France alongside other tanks such as the A13.

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 == Usage in battles ==
-''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''
+<!-- ''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.'' -->
-Depending on the tank, the tactics available to you differ. The QF-2 Pounder has a rapid rate of fire and is found on faster chassis, such as the [[SARC MkVI (2pdr)]], [[Daimler Mk II]], and [[Tetrarch I]]. The faster speed and smaller profile of these platforms, along with the decent penetration of the cannon itself, makes it suitable for flanking and killing tanks. It can also be used in brawling, though the [[Crusader (Family)]] tanks may not be suitable for this type of combat due to their poor reverse speeds and low amounts of armor.
+The QF 2-pounder has a rapid rate of fire and decent penetration. This makes it the ideal candidate for brawling or flanking manoeuvres. Using the QF 2-pounder for long range fire on enemy tanks is ill-advised: the penetration drops sharply the further away you get, and there are better options in your arsenal, such as the [[QF 17-pounder (76 mm)]]. If you must engage at long range, consider using the Shot Mk.IXB or the Shot Mk.1 APHV/T.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* High-penetrating round
+* High-penetrating APCBC round
 * Quick reload
 * Decent muzzle velocity
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 '''Cons:'''
-* Lack of explosive filler on most shells means multiple shots could be needed to take out a target
+* Lack of explosive filler on solid shots means multiple shots could be needed to take out a target
-* 3 of the 4 available shells lose penetration very quickly over range
+* 3 of the 4 available armour-piercing rounds lose penetration very quickly over range
 * APHE shell is only useful at very close range and often bounces

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 == Usage in battles ==
 ''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''
 === Pros and cons ===

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 '''Cons:'''
-* Lack of explosive filler means multiple shots could be needed to take out a target
+* Lack of explosive filler on most shells means multiple shots could be needed to take out a target
 * 3 of the 4 available shells lose penetration very quickly over range
 == History ==
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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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 <!-- ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.'' -->

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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).'' -->
-{{Notice|"Shell Mk.2 HE" can only be found on the {{Specs-Link|uk_a_12_mk_2_matilda_2}}.}}
+{{Notice|"Shell Mk.2 HE" can only be found on certain vehicles.}}
 {{:{{PAGENAME}}/Ammunition|Shot Mk.1 AP/T, Shell Mk.2, Shot Mk.IXB APCBC/T, Shot Mk.1 APHV/T, Shell Mk.1 AP/T}}

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 {{Notice|"Shell Mk.2 HE" can only be found on the {{Specs-Link|uk_a_12_mk_2_matilda_2}}.}}
-{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
+{{:{{PAGENAME}}/Ammunition|Shot Mk.1 AP/T, Shell Mk.2, Shot Mk.IXB APCBC/T, Shot Mk.1 APHV/T, Shell Mk.1 AP/T}}
 === Comparison with analogues ===

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 {{Navigation-Line|Crusader}}{{Specs-Link|uk_crusader_mk_2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_crusader_mk_2_the_saint}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|fr_crusader_mk_2}}
-{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Medium tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|uk_valentine_mk_1}}
+{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Medium tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|uk_valentine_mk_1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_ac1_sentinel}}
 {{Navigation-First-Line|'''Heavy tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a_22_mk_1_churchill_1941}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_a_12_mk_2_matilda_2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_matilda_hedgehog}}