WZ305 - Revision history

U17318358: /* Usage in battles */ night battles are now optional and need 10.0 and above, so I doubt a lack of night vision on a 8.0 vehicle will matter

2024-06-22T03:13:33Z

‎Usage in battles: night battles are now optional and need 10.0 and above, so I doubt a lack of night vision on a 8.0 vehicle will matter

U41531792: /* Ammunition */

2024-03-14T01:15:40Z

‎Ammunition

U38088265: Reverted edits by U41531792 (talk) to last revision by U44629479

2024-03-06T10:43:21Z

Reverted edits by U41531792 (talk) to last revision by U44629479

U41531792: /* Ammunition */

2024-03-06T08:19:52Z

‎Ammunition

U44629479: /* See also */ Edits

2023-10-01T11:12:42Z

‎See also: Edits

U38088265: /* Description */

2023-05-27T15:50:23Z

‎Description

U4656018: revision of description

2023-05-23T14:25:44Z

revision of description

U38088265: /* Ammunition */ Updated

2023-03-07T18:26:22Z

‎Ammunition: Updated

U38088265: /* Ammunition */

2023-02-01T14:54:55Z

‎Ammunition

U44629479: /* See also */ Added vehicles

2022-12-03T09:31:14Z

‎See also: Added vehicles

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 * HE-VT rounds are a Tier IV modification and take some practice to use effectively
 * Slower gun traverse speed than ZSU-57-2 makes it harder to react to low and fast jet strafes
 * Poor reverse speed of only -7 km/h and bad gun depression (-5 degrees)

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 * '''Type 59 HE:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. One or two hits usually get the job done. However, heavy armoured attackers and bombers may require several hits.
 * '''Type 59 APCBC:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. While the shells have the same penetration values as the BR-281SP belt, they also contain a small amount of explosive filler, making their use slightly more efficient against ground vehicles.
-* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 500 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
+* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 200 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
 {{:WA318 (57 mm)/Ammunition|BR-281SP, Type 59 HE, Type 59 APCBC, DKY-1}}

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 * '''Type 59 HE:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. One or two hits usually get the job done. However, heavy armoured attackers and bombers may require several hits.
 * '''Type 59 APCBC:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. While the shells have the same penetration values as the BR-281SP belt, they also contain a small amount of explosive filler, making their use slightly more efficient against ground vehicles.
-* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 200 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
+* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 500 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
 {{:WA318 (57 mm)/Ammunition|BR-281SP, Type 59 HE, Type 59 APCBC, DKY-1}}

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 * '''Type 59 HE:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. One or two hits usually get the job done. However, heavy armoured attackers and bombers may require several hits.
 * '''Type 59 APCBC:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. While the shells have the same penetration values as the BR-281SP belt, they also contain a small amount of explosive filler, making their use slightly more efficient against ground vehicles.
-* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 500 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
+* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 200 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
 {{:WA318 (57 mm)/Ammunition|BR-281SP, Type 59 HE, Type 59 APCBC, DKY-1}}

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 ;Related development
-* [[ZSU-57-2]]
+* [[ZSU-57-2 (Family)]]
 == External links ==

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of the creation and combat usage of the vehicle, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the ground vehicle in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''', sometimes known as the PGZ80 if the vehicle has ever entered PLAGF service, was a SPAAG based on the design of ZSU-57-2 but carried by a ZTZ79 chassis. The plans for a new SPAAG has arose during the late 1970s when PLAGF only has abundance of towed AA guns and none SPAAGs, plans included to reverse-engineer ZSU-23-4 exchanged from Egypt and developing domestic systems; another plan was to have a relatively high-caliber SPAAG for field air-defense. Chinese engineers likely have acquired ZSU-57-2 from either Vietnam or Egypt as the basis and the twin-barreled turret was finalized by mid 1980s; due to its inferior performance against 3rd generation jets and new projects for domestic SPAAs, WZ305 never make it into PLAGF service but has been exported to Middle-East countries instead.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''', or the PGZ80 as it would have been designated by the PLAGF, was an SPAAG that was based on the design of the [[ZSU-57-2]] but mounted on a ZTZ79 chassis. In the late 1970s, the PLAGF recognized the need for a new SPAAG, as they had an abundance of towed anti-aircraft guns but lacked self-propelled systems. The plans included reverse-engineering ZSU-23-4s exchanged from Egypt and developing their own domestic systems. Additionally, they aimed to create a SPAAG with a relatively high-calibre weapon for field air-defense. Chinese engineers likely acquired the ZSU-57-2 from either Vietnam or Egypt, and the twin-barrelled turret was finalized by the mid-1980s. However, due to its inferior performance against third-generation jets and the development of new domestic SPAA systems, the WZ305 never entered service with the PLAGF. Instead, it was exported to Middle Eastern countries.
-Introduced in [[Update 1.95 "Northern Wind"]], WZ305 was the Chinese counterpart to the infamous [[ZSU-57-2]], the WZ305 will feel very familiar to veteran users of the "Sparka". While outwardly similar, there are some differences. The hull is developed from a later [[Type 69]] variant, as opposed to the ZSU's chassis derived from the T-54. Cosmetic differences include fender-mounted headlights, side skirts, and the retention of all five road wheels. The WZ305's hull is better armoured, though this adds about 3 tons to its weight, and has a slightly more powerful engine. Firepower wise it enjoys a new DKY-1 airburst HE shell that makes it far easier to use against aircraft. The WZ305 can dispatch light targets, clean up flanks, and clear the skies, making it a valuable asset throughout a battle.
+Introduced in [[Update 1.95 "Northern Wind"]], the WZ305 serves as the Chinese counterpart to the infamous [[ZSU-57-2]]. Veteran users of the "Sparka" will find the WZ305 very familiar. While it shares similarities in appearance, there are some differences. The hull of the WZ305 was developed from a later variant of the [[Type 69]], unlike the ZSU, which used a chassis derived from the [[T-54]]. Cosmetic variations include headlights mounted on the fenders, side skirts, and the retention of all five road wheels. The WZ305's hull has improved armour, although this also adds approximately three tons to its weight, and it features a slightly more powerful engine. In terms of firepower, it benefits from a new DKY-1 airburst HE shell, making it much more effective against aircraft. The WZ305 can dispatch light targets, secure flanks, and clear the skies, making it a valuable asset in battle.
 == General info ==

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 * '''Default:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}}{{-}}{{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - 50% of this belt are useless against tanks or planes. However, against other SPAA this belt can reliably take out crew, armament, ammo and engine. Having one belt in reserve does not hurt.
 * '''BR-281SP:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. With around 150 mm of penetration at point blank, this belt can go through side armour and take out lightly armoured targets. Actual MBTs can typically resist it from the front.
-* '''OR-281U:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. One or two hits usually get the job done. However, heavy armoured attackers and bombers may require several hits.
+* '''Type 59 HE:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. One or two hits usually get the job done. However, heavy armoured attackers and bombers may require several hits.
-* '''BR-281U:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. While the shells have the same penetration values as the BR-281SP belt, they also contain a small amount of explosive filler, making their use slightly more efficient against ground vehicles.
+* '''Type 59 APCBC:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. While the shells have the same penetration values as the BR-281SP belt, they also contain a small amount of explosive filler, making their use slightly more efficient against ground vehicles.
 * '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 500 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
-{{:WA318 (57 mm)/Ammunition|BR-281SP, OR-281U, BR-281U, DKY-1}}
+{{:WA318 (57 mm)/Ammunition|BR-281SP, Type 59 HE, Type 59 APCBC, DKY-1}}
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====

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 ==== Ammunition ====
 * '''Default:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}}{{-}}{{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - 50% of this belt are useless against tanks or planes. However, against other SPAA this belt can reliably take out crew, armament, ammo and engine. Having one belt in reserve does not hurt.
-* '''BR-281:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. With around 150 mm of penetration at point blank, this belt can go through side armour and take out lightly armoured targets. Actual MBTs can typically resist it from the front. It does not contain much explosive filler per round, but since the WZ305 has two cannons (each with a clip of 4 rounds) multiple penetrations have a high chance of knocking out the target.
+* '''BR-281SP:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. With around 150 mm of penetration at point blank, this belt can go through side armour and take out lightly armoured targets. Actual MBTs can typically resist it from the front.
 * '''OR-281U:''' {{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. One or two hits usually get the job done. However, heavy armoured attackers and bombers may require several hits.
-* '''BR-281U:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HE*|High-explosive fragmentation (self-destroying)}} - For use against ground vehicles. A solid shot projectile, it currently has the same penetration as the ordinary BR-281 APCBC and there is thus no real reason to use it.
+* '''BR-281U:''' {{Annotation|APCBC|Armour-piercing capped ballistic capped}} - For use against ground vehicles. While the shells have the same penetration values as the BR-281SP belt, they also contain a small amount of explosive filler, making their use slightly more efficient against ground vehicles.
-* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuze (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, 15 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 500 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
+* '''DKY-1:''' {{Annotation|HE-VT*|High-explosive variable time fuse (self-destroying)}} - For use against planes. The huge explosive mass will blow most aircraft out of the sky with a fairly close hit, while the 6 m trigger radius means that one can be much more lenient with aiming. However, the proximity fuse requires 500 m of arming distance and within this distance it acts only like a powerful HE round.
-{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
+{{:WA318 (57 mm)/Ammunition|BR-281SP, OR-281U, BR-281U, DKY-1}}
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
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 * Excellent anti-tank firepower for a SPAA, especially when flanking
 * High rate of fire and fast reload makes quick work of multiple tanks and planes alike
 * Dedicated APHE and HE-VT belts
 * Decent mobility
 * Master at the late game where it can perform multiple roles (flanker, SPAA, support)
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 * No radar of any kind, requires plenty of manual searching and leading which is sometimes very ineffective
 * HE-VT rounds are a Tier IV modification and take some practice to use effectively
 * Slower gun traverse speed than ZSU-57-2 makes it harder to react to low and fast jet strafes
 * No night vision devices or thermal, rendering it useless in night battles
 * Poor reverse speed of only -7 km/h and bad gun depression (-5 degrees)