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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? | + | * Exceptional penetration with standard shells, rarely 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. | ||
? | + | * Siege Mode grants great gun handling. | ||
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+ | * 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 to HE. | |
? | + | * Entirely reliant on Siege Mode and sniping to deal damage - the gun barrel is bolted to the hull and unmovable. | ||
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? | + | * 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. | ||
? | + | * Transitioning between Travel and Siege mode requires the tank to stay still for a couple seconds. | ||
? | + | * Very low view range at 350 meters. | ||
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? | - | + | De Strv-S1 is a good example of a good, traditional sniper. This Swedish tanks combines extremely good firepower (when being in Siege mode) with good concealment and spotting values, what makes this tank suitable for the 3rd line of combat. But there are some rules that makes this tank unique in both gameplay and performance. | |
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+ | The most important thing that the Strv-S1 features is a mighty tier 10 gun, with extremely great accuracy and aim time. Be aware of the fact that you'll have to be in Siege mode for this. When being in Siege mode, you can move your gun, aim, fire and deal damage at any distance. The gun has the best penetrating statistics of any tier 8 tank, with 288 mm of standard penetration. The basic shell of this tank is APCR, so is it's premium ammunition type. Alpha damage is 390 with a 8 second reload when you have a good crew. Try to avoid close combats at any costs! In case this happens, you're dead meat. | |||
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+ | The mobility of the Swede is very good when being in Travel mode. However, in this mode your gun is completely useless. But who cares if you drive as fast backwards as if you drive forwards. The Swede can switch flanks very easily if he wants it, with good mobility, but with bad ground resistance values. Sometimes this make the tank feel sluggish, but you get used to it. Remember that it takes 1.3 seconds to get from Siege to Travel mode, so be aware if you are engaging tanks that are close to you. | |||
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+ | The armor of the Strv-S1 is very, very thin and the survivability isn't the best in tier 8. Only a 1000 hitpoints counts this tank-destroyer, combined with 30 mm all-around armor. But, the front armor is very bouncy, and any calibre gun below 90 mm will autobounce your fronthull. Watch out for HEAT/HE shells, as the slope becomes useless. Than the armor thickness wil decide if the shell will penetrate, which will happen all the times, as there aren't ANY tier 8 tanks with HEAT penetration of 30 mm. | |||
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+ | For equipment you should pick standard equipment for a camp-sniper: Binocular Telescope, Camouflage Net and a Tank Gun Rammer. A Enhanced Gun Laying Drive isn't recommended, because when you're in Siege mode you aim extremely fast. | |||
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|InTheGame_research= | |InTheGame_research= | |||
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+ | No research needed, this is a premium tank. | |||
|InTheGame_equipment= | |InTheGame_equipment= | |||
+ | Tank Gun Rammer, Coated Optics, Binocular Telescope, Camouflage Net | |||
|InTheGame_Equipment_Builds= | |InTheGame_Equipment_Builds= | |||
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+ | Commander: Sixth Sense, Camouflage, Brothers in Arms, Recon | |||
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+ | Driver: Camouflage, Off-Road Driving, Brothers in Arms, Clutch Braking | |||
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+ | Radio Operator: Camouflage, Situational Awareness, Brothers in Arms, Relaying | |||
|External_Reviews= | |External_Reviews= | |||
|History= | |History= | |||
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+ | In 1961, the first 2 prototypes for the S-tank project were constructed – these would be called S1 and S2 and were the first proper test vehicles for the S-tank concept. The first prototype (S1) was little more than a test-bed for the hydraulic suspension and commander’s cupola, it was powered by an electric generator and was used to test aiming of the hull and the observation from the commander’s cupola. The second (S2) prototype was however much more impressive, it had complete superstructure, based on the 1961 mock up and it also for the first time had the major components such as suspension, autoloader, drivetrain and engine together. | |||
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+ | The S2 prototype was finished sometime in late 1962 and continued the tests started with the S1. In addition, these tests the vehicle was used for included the drivetrain and the autoloader. While the autoloader generally proved to be a good and solid design, the drivetrain and in particular the engine turned out to be a major problem. The use of a combined diesel engine and gas turbine was decided since 1959 and Volvo was tasked with their development and implementation into the tank, but as the first test results came in, it became clear that some serious improvements were needed – in fact, it was found that the tank could go through several engine packs in under a week. These problems wouldn’t be truly resolved until the later versions of the pre-production models. | |||
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+ | Also in 1962, the tank was for the first time shown to the world in the form of the S2 prototype. It drew major attention with its low turretless design and everyone from France to the US lined up to get a better look at the tank and test it. The interest went as far as the US president John F. Kennedy asking about it and receiving a report on the US Army’s thoughts on the vehicle. The US report on the S-tank was for the most part accurate, the tank had been designed from the ground up for a type of defensive ambush warfare, that was more typical for tank destroyers and therefore it was considered as a tank destroyer in the USA. | |||
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+ | * The S2 prototype was the one that was armed and is the basis of the model of the in-game tank, not the S1 prototype. The S1 was only used for testing the hydraulic suspension and the commander's cupola. | |||
|HistoricalGallery= | |HistoricalGallery= | |||
+ | File:Strv_S1_and_1961_mock-up.jpg{{!}}The S1 prototype on the left and the 1961 mock-up on the right. | |||
+ | File:Strv_S2_picture_1.jpg{{!}}The S2 prototype in 1962 with equipment for swimming | |||
+ | File:Strv_S2_picture_2.jpg | |||
+ | File:Strv_S2_prototype_today.jpg{{!}}The S2 prototype today | |||
+ | File:Strv_S2_prototype_today_side_view.jpg | |||
+ | File:Strv_S2_prototype_today_rear_view.jpg | |||
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+ | * https://ftr.wot-news.com/2014/08/21/swedish-tanks-part-xvii-strv-103/ | |||
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Strv S1
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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, rarely 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.
Performance
De Strv-S1 is a good example of a good, traditional sniper. This Swedish tanks combines extremely good firepower (when being in Siege mode) with good concealment and spotting values, what makes this tank suitable for the 3rd line of combat. But there are some rules that makes this tank unique in both gameplay and performance.
The most important thing that the Strv-S1 features is a mighty tier 10 gun, with extremely great accuracy and aim time. Be aware of the fact that you'll have to be in Siege mode for this. When being in Siege mode, you can move your gun, aim, fire and deal damage at any distance. The gun has the best penetrating statistics of any tier 8 tank, with 288 mm of standard penetration. The basic shell of this tank is APCR, so is it's premium ammunition type. Alpha damage is 390 with a 8 second reload when you have a good crew. Try to avoid close combats at any costs! In case this happens, you're dead meat.
The mobility of the Swede is very good when being in Travel mode. However, in this mode your gun is completely useless. But who cares if you drive as fast backwards as if you drive forwards. The Swede can switch flanks very easily if he wants it, with good mobility, but with bad ground resistance values. Sometimes this make the tank feel sluggish, but you get used to it. Remember that it takes 1.3 seconds to get from Siege to Travel mode, so be aware if you are engaging tanks that are close to you.
The armor of the Strv-S1 is very, very thin and the survivability isn't the best in tier 8. Only a 1000 hitpoints counts this tank-destroyer, combined with 30 mm all-around armor. But, the front armor is very bouncy, and any calibre gun below 90 mm will autobounce your fronthull. Watch out for HEAT/HE shells, as the slope becomes useless. Than the armor thickness wil decide if the shell will penetrate, which will happen all the times, as there aren't ANY tier 8 tanks with HEAT penetration of 30 mm.
For equipment you should pick standard equipment for a camp-sniper: Binocular Telescope, Camouflage Net and a Tank Gun Rammer. A Enhanced Gun Laying Drive isn't recommended, because when you're in Siege mode you aim extremely fast.
Early Research
No research needed, this is a premium tank.
Suggested Equipment
Documented Tank and Crew Builds
Commander: Sixth Sense, Camouflage, Brothers in Arms, Recon
Driver: Camouflage, Off-Road Driving, Brothers in Arms, Clutch Braking
Radio Operator: Camouflage, Situational Awareness, Brothers in Arms, Relaying
Gallery
Historical Info
The S2 prototype was finished sometime in late 1962 and continued the tests started with the S1. In addition, these tests the vehicle was used for included the drivetrain and the autoloader. While the autoloader generally proved to be a good and solid design, the drivetrain and in particular the engine turned out to be a major problem. The use of a combined diesel engine and gas turbine was decided since 1959 and Volvo was tasked with their development and implementation into the tank, but as the first test results came in, it became clear that some serious improvements were needed – in fact, it was found that the tank could go through several engine packs in under a week. These problems wouldn’t be truly resolved until the later versions of the pre-production models.
Historical Gallery
Historical Accuracy Errata
* The S2 prototype was the one that was armed and is the basis of the model of the in-game tank, not the S1 prototype. The S1 was only used for testing the hydraulic suspension and the commander's cupola.
Sources and External Links
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 |
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