Strv S1
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? | | | + | | The Stridsvagn S1 is practically a T8 version of the 103-0, with somewhat similar mobility and handling. Like its T8-10 brethren, playing style is ultimately defined by the so-called siege mode. This limits the tank destroyer greatly in an offensive role - while mobility is fair when in travel mode, siege mode (which lets you actually aim vertically) limits you to 9-10km/h. Furthermore, aiming and moving is a challenge at best, which somewhat limits the usefulness of the low profile and good tank/gun depression. It's recommended to try at least the UDES before you buy a S1 - as the siege mode mechanics is not for everyone. | |
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+ | Unlike the 103-0 and 103B, it gets overmatched by guns >90mm. That means it can be useful against up to T8 medium tanks, but very few heavy tanks (Caernarvon being the exception as of 9.19). This limits how effective the tank can be in an offensive role, though it remains a viable support vehicle due to low profile and depression. The exceptional penetration and accuracy will allow you to deal with most T10 tanks even frontally, including tanks like Maus and Type 5. This will typically lead to the enemies focusing on you if you're spotted - with a great gun comes ...low survivability. | |||
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+ | Despite the disadvantages, the S1 holds up remarkably well in T10 matches - which thanks to the matchmaking system you will see a lot of. The excellent mobility makes taking advance positions a viable tactic, as opposed to sitting in the base and waiting for people. If you're one of those, you're likely looking for the Skorpion G - which at about the same cost hits harder for when you want to sit in the base and moves far better when you'd rather not (as if). | |||
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+ | Can generally be considered a good creditmaker, due to low dependance on premium shells and high chance of penetrating your shots. | |||
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* Terrible mobility while in Siege Mode, easily flanked and destroyed in close combat. | * Terrible mobility while in Siege Mode, easily flanked and destroyed in close combat. | |||
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+ | * High ground resistance values means that it's slower than the hp/t value would suggest. | |||
* Transitioning between Travel and Siege mode requires the tank to stay still for a couple seconds. | * Transitioning between Travel and Siege mode requires the tank to stay still for a couple seconds. |
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Strv S1
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[Client Values; Actual values in
9,800 Cost |
1000200 HP Hit Points |
33/358.95/35 t Weight Limit |
- Commander (Gunner)
- Driver (Gunner)
- Radio Operator (Loader)
540540 hp Engine Power |
50/45 km/h Speed Limit |
2626 deg/s Traverse |
16.3660.34 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
YesYes Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
APCR/APCR/HE
APCR/APCR/HE Shells |
1160/4800/810
1160/4800/810 Shell Cost |
390/390/480390/390/480 HP Damage |
288/330/53288/330/53 mm Penetration |
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5.88 r/m Standard Gun ▲
5.88 Rate of Fire Standard Gun |
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Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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2293.2 Standard Gun ▲
Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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2293.2 Damage Per Minute Standard Gun |
m ▲
0.4 m With 50% Crew: 0.509 m ▲
0.4 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.509 m |
s 3 s 3 Aim time |
1616 deg/s Gun Traverse Speed |
6° Gun Arc |
--1°/+1°--1°/+1° Elevation Arc |
5050 rounds Ammo Capacity |
1010 % Chance of Fire |
m 350 m 350 View Range |
m 850 m 850 Signal Range |
VIII
9800
The Strv S1 is a Swedish tier 8 premium tank destroyer.
The development of an advanced tank for Swedish army was performed by Sven Berge. First drafts of the unique vehicle were developed in 1956. By 1961, the design of the new vehicle was finalized, and a wooden prototype was built. Later, the first Strv S1 prototype was built and used for testing of the new type of suspension, which allowed for vertical aiming of the rigidly mounted gun. The Strv S2 prototype was developed by the end of 1962. Both prototypes became the basis for the mass production of the Strv 103 tank.
The Stridsvagn S1 is practically a T8 version of the 103-0, with somewhat similar mobility and handling. Like its T8-10 brethren, playing style is ultimately defined by the so-called siege mode. This limits the tank destroyer greatly in an offensive role - while mobility is fair when in travel mode, siege mode (which lets you actually aim vertically) limits you to 9-10km/h. Furthermore, aiming and moving is a challenge at best, which somewhat limits the usefulness of the low profile and good tank/gun depression. It's recommended to try at least the UDES before you buy a S1 - as the siege mode mechanics is not for everyone.
Unlike the 103-0 and 103B, it gets overmatched by guns >90mm. That means it can be useful against up to T8 medium tanks, but very few heavy tanks (Caernarvon being the exception as of 9.19). This limits how effective the tank can be in an offensive role, though it remains a viable support vehicle due to low profile and depression. The exceptional penetration and accuracy will allow you to deal with most T10 tanks even frontally, including tanks like Maus and Type 5. This will typically lead to the enemies focusing on you if you're spotted - with a great gun comes ...low survivability.
Despite the disadvantages, the S1 holds up remarkably well in T10 matches - which thanks to the matchmaking system you will see a lot of. The excellent mobility makes taking advance positions a viable tactic, as opposed to sitting in the base and waiting for people. If you're one of those, you're likely looking for the Skorpion G - which at about the same cost hits harder for when you want to sit in the base and moves far better when you'd rather not (as if).
Can generally be considered a good creditmaker, due to low dependance on premium shells and high chance of penetrating your shots.
Modules / Available Equipment and Consumables
Modules
Tier | Gun | Penetration (mm) |
Damage (HP) |
Rate of fire (rounds/minute) |
Dispersion (m/100m) |
Aiming time (s) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
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X | 10,5 cm kan strv 103 L/51 | 288/330/53 | 390/390/480 | 5.88 | 0.4 | 3 | 1350 | 290000 |
Tier | Engine | Engine Power (hp) |
Chance of Fire on Impact (%) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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IX | Motoraggregat 1S | 540 | 10 | 700 | 70000 |
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ()
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VIII | Strv S1 | 35 | 26 | 0 | 6500 | 30000 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Exceptional penetration with standard shells, seldom needs gold ammo.
- Very good camouflage.
- High reverse speed and good hp/t ratio.
- Fires APCR as standard shells, with high muzzle velocity.
- Enormous radio signal range at 850 metres.
Cons:
- Second lowest health pool among Tier 8 tank destroyers (tied with UDES 03 and AMX AC mle. 48).
- Very thin armour that relies on auto-bounce mechanics, effective only against calibres than 90mm or less, and thus vulnerable
- Entirely reliant on Siege Mode and sniping to deal damage - the gun barrel is bolted to the hull and unmovable.
- Terrible mobility while in Siege Mode, easily flanked and destroyed in close combat.
- High ground resistance values means that it's slower than the hp/t value would suggest.
Gallery
History for this tank not found
Light Tanks | IStrv fm/21 • IIStrv m/38 • IIL-60 • IIIStrv m/40L • IIILago M38 |
Medium Tanks | IVLago • VStrv m/42 • VIStrv m/42-57 Alt A.2 • VIStrv 74 • VIILeo • VIIIStrv 81 • VIIIPrimo Victoria • VIIILansen C • VIIIUDES 14 Alt 5 • IXUDES 16 • XUDES 15/16 |
Heavy Tanks | VIIIEmil I • VIIIEMIL 1951 • VIIIBofors Tornvagn • IXEmil II • IXStrv K • XKranvagn |
Tank Destroyers | IIPvlvv fm/42 • IIIIkv 72 • IVSav m/43 • VIkv 103 • VIIkv 65 Alt II • VIIIkv 90 Typ B • VIIIUDES 03 • VIIIStrv S1 • IXStrv 103-0 • XStrv 103B |
Self-Propelled Artillery |