Warrior - Revision history

U28580205 at 18:56, 15 May 2024

2024-05-15T18:56:11Z

U42773747: /* Armaments */ slightly improved my own changes, hopefully for the best/last.

2024-04-29T08:30:56Z

‎Armaments: slightly improved my own changes, hopefully for the best/last.

U42773747: typo i guess

2024-04-28T09:43:15Z

typo i guess

U42773747: /* Main armament */ rewrote ammo and weapon text as it no longer makes sense, will mostly copy paste that to fox as well.

2024-04-28T09:31:48Z

‎Main armament: rewrote ammo and weapon text as it no longer makes sense, will mostly copy paste that to fox as well.

U31139476: /* Description */

2024-03-23T17:19:40Z

‎Description

U126903843: /* Fixed some mistakes I make previously */

2024-03-21T21:35:09Z

‎Fixed some mistakes I make previously

U126903843: /* Minor changes such as grammatical fixes and enhancement of readability */

2024-03-21T21:33:19Z

‎Minor changes such as grammatical fixes and enhancement of readability

U38088265: /* Ammunition */ Updated

2024-03-14T14:34:39Z

‎Ammunition: Updated

U44629479 at 04:13, 27 January 2024

2024-01-27T04:13:53Z

U44629479: Edits

2024-01-27T04:12:56Z

Edits

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 <!-- ''Give the reader information about the characteristics of the main gun. Assess its effectiveness in a battle based on the reloading speed, ballistics and the power of shells. Do not forget about the flexibility of the fire, that is how quickly the cannon can be aimed at the target, open fire on it and aim at another enemy. Add a link to the main article on the gun: <code><nowiki>{{main|Name of the weapon}}</nowiki></code>. Describe in general terms the ammunition available for the main gun. Give advice on how to use them and how to fill the ammunition storage.'' -->
 {{main|L21A1 (30 mm)}}
 The 30 mm L21A1 RARDEN cannon is an effective autocannon, although its rate of fire is sub-par. Unlike other autocannons, it requires to aim first and fire later, but it does have enough punch to scare majority of sniper tanks at close range.  While cannon is not technically stabilized, Warrior gunners can manage to fire with some accuracy on the move if they are skilled, enough to make it virtually stabilised in AB.

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 The weapon is virtually same as on the [[Fox]], but on a much better turret, which makes using it easier.
-The 30 mm L21A1 RARDEN cannon is an effective autocannon, although its rate of fire is sub-par. Unlike other autocannons, it requires to aim first and fire later, but it does have enough punch to scare majority of sniper tanks at close range.  While cannons is not technically stabilized, Warrior gunners can manage to fire with some accuracy on the move if they are skilled, enough to make it virtually stabilised in AB.
+The 30 mm L21A1 RARDEN cannon is an effective autocannon, although its rate of fire is sub-par. Unlike other autocannons, it requires to aim first and fire later, but it does have enough punch to scare majority of sniper tanks at close range.  While cannon is not technically stabilized, Warrior gunners can manage to fire with some accuracy on the move if they are skilled, enough to make it virtually stabilised in AB.
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 {{:L21A1 (30 mm)/Ammunition|30x170 APHE-I, 30x170 HE-I-T, 30x170 APDS-T}}
-The 30 mm APHE is slightly more useful at the BR of the Warrior, as it will face much more lightly armoured cars and tanks, with occasional SPAA roaming on the field. APHE shells have no tracers and are invisible even on thermal camera, which makes it somewhat difficult for opponents to understand where the tank is being attacked from. Aiming is made easier by the laser rangefinder, so sniping with APHE is now a valid option in RB, although most medium tanks are unlikely to be penetrated. In terms of the damage, if APHE manages to land in the middle of enemy tank crew compartment, the tank will undoubtedly explode due to a high shrapnel amount, but some knowledge of weakspots will be required.
+The 30 mm APHE is slightly more useful at the BR of the Warrior, as it will face much more rank VI lightly armoured cars and tanks, with occasional SPAA roaming on the field. APHE shells have no tracers and are invisible even on thermal camera, which makes it somewhat difficult for opponents to understand where their tank is being attacked from. Aiming is made easier by the laser rangefinder, so sniping with APHE is now a valid option in RB, although most medium tanks are unlikely to be penetrated. In terms of the damage, if APHE manages to land in the middle of enemy tank crew compartment, the tank will undoubtedly explode due to a high shrapnel amount, but some knowledge of weakspots will be required.
-The HE-I-T is an anti-air shell, which can tear a wing off the plane, assuming it hits. It isn't good for anything else, but could in theory be used as a rangefinder shell in combination with APHE belt until the actual rangefinder or APDS-T were unlocked.
+The HE-I-T is an anti-air shell, which can tear a wing off the plane, assuming it hits. It isn't good for anything else, but could in theory be used as a rangefinder shell in combination with APHE belt until the actual rangefinder or APDS-T were unlocked. Outside of Warrior BR, it could be used to destroy open topped ATGM carriers, such as Khrizantema, or SAM tanks with no armour around missiles.
-APDS-T belt is capable of penetrating the front armour of most light vehicles and some medium tanks, and the sides of almost any tank that the Warrior will face. The sub-par rate of fire and low post-penetration effects mean that gunners will need to pick out individual crew members or modules in each well-placed shot. The shell velocity in the RARDEN APDS belt and laser rangefinder allows the Warrior to lay down effective fire on light enemy targets up to about 2 km (at any range in AB), although it will be difficult to hit moving targets past about 1.5 km. The APDS belt has tracers, so it will be visible to everyone.
+APDS-T belt is capable of penetrating the front armour of most light vehicles and some medium tanks, and the sides of almost any tank that the Warrior will face. The sub-par rate of fire and low post-penetration effects mean that gunners will need to pick out individual crew members or modules in each well-placed shot. Direct hit on ammo rack may or may not be lethal depending on how much armour shell had to penetrate beforehand. The shell velocity in the RARDEN APDS belt and laser rangefinder allows the Warrior to lay down effective fire on light enemy targets up to about 2 km (at any range in AB), although it will be difficult to hit moving targets past about 1.5 km. The APDS belt has tracers, so it will be visible to everyone.
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====

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 {{:L21A1 (30 mm)/Ammunition|30x170 APHE-I, 30x170 HE-I-T, 30x170 APDS-T}}
-The 30 mm APHE is slightly more useful at the BR of the Warrior, as it will face many lighthtly armoured cars and tanks, with occasional SPAA roaming on the field. APHE shells have no tracers and are invisible even on thermal camera, which makes it somewhat difficult for opponents to understand where the tank is being attacked from. Aiming is made easier by the laser rangefinder, so sniping with APHE is now a valid option in RB, although most medium tanks are unlikely to be penetrated. In terms of the damage, if APHE manages to land in the middle of enemy tank crew compartment, the tank will undoubtedly explode due to a high shrapnel amount, but some knowledge of weakspots will be required.
+The 30 mm APHE is slightly more useful at the BR of the Warrior, as it will face much more lightly armoured cars and tanks, with occasional SPAA roaming on the field. APHE shells have no tracers and are invisible even on thermal camera, which makes it somewhat difficult for opponents to understand where the tank is being attacked from. Aiming is made easier by the laser rangefinder, so sniping with APHE is now a valid option in RB, although most medium tanks are unlikely to be penetrated. In terms of the damage, if APHE manages to land in the middle of enemy tank crew compartment, the tank will undoubtedly explode due to a high shrapnel amount, but some knowledge of weakspots will be required.
 The HE-I-T is an anti-air shell, which can tear a wing off the plane, assuming it hits. It isn't good for anything else, but could in theory be used as a rangefinder shell in combination with APHE belt until the actual rangefinder or APDS-T were unlocked.

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 {{main|L21A1 (30 mm)}}
-The 30 mm L21A1 RARDEN cannon is an effective autocannon, although its rate of fire is sub-par. The 30 mm APDS belt is capable of penetrating the front armour of most light vehicles, and the sides of almost any tank that the warrior will face. The sub-par rate of fire and low post-penetration effects mean that gunners will need to pick out individual crew members or modules in each well-placed shot. While not technically stabilized, warrior gunners can manage to fire with some accuracy on the move if they are skilled. The shell velocity in the RARDEN APDS belt and laser rangefinder allows the warrior to lay down effective fire on light enemy targets up to about 2 km (at any range in AB), although it will be difficult to hit moving targets past about 1.5 km.
+The weapon is virtually same as on the [[Fox]], but on a much better turret, which makes using it easier.
-There is virtually no reason to use the stock belts on the warrior. The stock belt uses half HE and half AP rounds, but only the HE rounds have tracers. The lack of tracers causes awkward gunnery, and the penetration on the AP shell is not satisfactory. Meanwhile, the APDS belt has tracers with every round and is very effective against enemy vehicles.
+The 30 mm L21A1 RARDEN cannon is an effective autocannon, although its rate of fire is sub-par. Unlike other autocannons, it requires to aim first and fire later, but it does have enough punch to scare majority of sniper tanks at close range.  While cannons is not technically stabilized, Warrior gunners can manage to fire with some accuracy on the move if they are skilled, enough to make it virtually stabilised in AB.
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 ==== Ammunition ====
 {{:L21A1 (30 mm)/Ammunition|30x170 APHE-I, 30x170 HE-I-T, 30x170 APDS-T}}
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
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 {{Clear}}
 === Additional armament ===
 {{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (or just the '''{{specs|pseudonym}}''') is a rank {{Specs|rank}} British light tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.81 "The Valkyries"]].
-The Warrior's shape is comprised of a large box and a small turret, which houses a 30mm L21A1 autocannon and a 7.62 mm L94A1 machine gun. On the outside, there are 2 ATGM cameras and the ATGM launcher itself. The front of the hull is sloped to increase armour protection without sacrificing weight. The hull is quite large, considerably taller than even some nation's main battle tanks. This should be taken into account when adjusting to its playstyle.
+The Warrior's shape is comprised of a large box and a small turret, which houses a 30mm L21A1 autocannon and a 7.62 mm L94A1 machine gun. On the outside, there are 2 ATGM cameras and the ATGM launcher itself. The front of the hull is sloped to increase armour protection without sacrificing weight. The hull is quite large, considerably taller than even some nation's main battle tanks. This should be taken into account when adjusting to its play style.
 If the vehicle has add-on armour, it's easily identified for its riveted plates on sides of the vehicle. Usually, after being shot with a high velocity round, they break off. Plates do not protect the rear of the vehicle.

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (or just the '''{{specs|pseudonym}}''') is a rank {{Specs|rank}} British light tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.81 "The Valkyries"]].
-Warrior is basically a big box with a round turret, which has a little gun in middle, "ears" (ATGM cameras), and the ATGM launcher itself on the right side. Front of the hull is sloped to decrease small firearms damage. IFV hull is huge compared to even medium tanks of some factions (about double the size of [[T-62]]) and looks even bigger when carrying additional armour.
+The Warrior's shape is comprised of a big box with a round turret, which houses a 30mm L21A1 autocannon and a 7.62 mm L94A1 machine gun. On the outside there are 2 ATGM cameras and the ATGM launcher itself. The front of the hull is sloped to increase armour protection without sacrificing weight. The hull is quite large, considerably tall than even some nation's main battle tanks. This should be taken into account when adjusting to its playstyle.
 If the vehicle has add-on armour, it's easily identified for its riveted plates on sides of the vehicle. Usually, after being shot with a high velocity round, they break off. Plates do not protect the rear of the vehicle.
-The Warrior is mostly played as an aggressive ATGM tank or ambush scout tank, though it can fulfil any role that doesn't involve it being constantly shot at.
+The Warrior is mostly played as an aggressive ATGM tank or ambush scout tank, though it can fulfill any role that doesn't involve it being under heavy fire due to its limited armour protection.
-It's best described as a combination of [[Crusader AA Mk I]] and [[M113A1 (TOW)|M113A1]], with benefits of both and downsides of neither. Armour is relatively poor, but can be upgraded via a modification to partially protect from hazards that normally annihilate light tanks. The weapon combo is potent enough to destroy even modern MBTs, and with add-on armour, the Warrior can bully even heavy tanks in close range, though the turret is still very vulnerable.
+It's best described as a combination of [[Crusader AA Mk I]] and [[M113A1 (TOW)|M113A1]], with benefits of both and downsides of neither. Armour is relatively poor, but can be upgraded via a modification to partially protect from certain hazards such as some autocannons and low-calibre HEAT shells. The weapon combo is potent enough to destroy even modern MBTs, and with add-on armour, the Warrior can bully even heavy tanks in close range, though the turret is still very vulnerable.
-The Warrior can be played defensively (mostly around hills and mountains), or aggressively (on flat terrains and in towns), given that there is enough cover for the Warrior. In realistic battles, Warrior can also hide relatively well and use either of its weapons to punish unsuspecting people, or just scout them.
+The Warrior can be played defensively (mostly around hills and mountains), or aggressively (on flat terrains and in towns), given that there is enough cover for the Warrior. In realistic battles, Warrior can also hide relatively well and use either of its weapons to punish unsuspecting enemies, or just scout them.
 This vehicle is very easy to play while still in stock mode, as it has most essentials available at stock or unlocked early on, however, every upgrade only makes it even stronger.

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 * Fenders and Storage Boxes - 4 mm
 '''Overview:'''
+[[File:Weakspot warrior.jpg|thumb|300px|While this construction outside of {{PAGENAME}} can sometimes stop HESH coming from behind, it will also often doom the tank by allowing chemical shells coming from the side to damage unprotected parts of the hull, triggering overpressure damage.]]
 The {{PAGENAME}} has a huge profile, and its armour is mostly made of aluminium alloys, which compromises its protection against medium tanks. While at the first glance the hull may seem uniform, and technically thick enough to survive hits of kinetic shells up to 120 mm and chemical shells of up to 105 mm, it has a lot of weak points, which trigger overpressure damage. For that reason, if artillery hit its hull or turret directly, the {{PAGENAME}} will not survive. Direct hit of explosive shells to the middle of the tank on any side, ATGM optics (commander sight) or turret hit in general is likely to instantly destroy the tank.

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 * Fenders and Storage Boxes - 4 mm
-[[File:Weakspot warrior.jpg|thumb|304x304px|While this construction outside of {{PAGENAME}} can sometimes stop HESH coming from behind, it will also often doom the tank by allowing chemical shells coming from the side to damage unprotected parts of the hull, triggering overpressure damage.]]
+[[File:Weakspot warrior.jpg|thumb|250px|While this construction outside of {{PAGENAME}} can sometimes stop HESH coming from behind, it will also often doom the tank by allowing chemical shells coming from the side to damage unprotected parts of the hull, triggering overpressure damage.]]
 '''Overview:'''
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 '''Add-on Armour:'''
+[[File:WarriorArmour ProtectionAnalysis HESH.jpg|x170px|thumb|right|Protection analysis view: frontal panel gives a 45% chance for the Warrior to not take any damage from frontal HESH shot by just being there. Side armour does the same thing for the entirety of the sides but is significantly weaker.]]
 The add-on panels defend the sides of the hull, with a piece of composite on the frontal plate covering the driver. These panels are geared towards protection against Chemical munitions and add surprisingly little armour against kinetic rounds.
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 The composite in front of the driver is much stronger and is capable of stopping weak HEAT rounds with about 400 mm of penetration, and will also add enough kinetic protection to stop most direct 20 mm autocannon round hits. It will not save the tank from direct 120 mm HE hit, as the explosion will reach tank's turret and likely annihilate vehicle via pressure damage.
 These images show a Warrior surviving an ATGM fired from an IT-1 due to the additional armour:
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 If the map is urban in nature, keep in mind the ability to use the ATGM launcher directly. There are a lot of buildings that can be fired through, some windows are merely a suggestion, and some trash piles and containers are so giant that they protect you fully, but cannot protect your enemies from your ATGM launcher. Even if the cover is too tall even for Warrior's tracker and you lose ATGM control ability as your commander is completely blind, the missile will still go relatively straight for 200-300 m, so you can casually slap away any unwanted guests before they can even do anything to you. Remember, this is both a light tank and a tank destroyer, you need to think like both if you want to truly shine in such environment. Refer to the pictures to understand your advantage better:
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 Warrior looking at church window gunner sight.jpg|Gunner sight cannot even aim through the window. That's how most tanks are.
 Warrior looking at church window commander sight.jpg|Commander sight can aim through the window, but in RB it's quite impossible due to the glass being in the way. The glass doesn't actually exist, so it won't block the LOS.