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GB22_Comet (Stock)

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A further development of the Cromwell cruiser tank, this British tank saw service in World War II. A total of 1,186 vehicles were manufactured from September 1944 through to late 1945.


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Player Opinion

Pros and Cons

Pros:


  • Very Mobile, top speed is good.
  • Traverse was buffed, and is good at circling heavies.
  • Gun performance is great.
  • DPM is fantastic.
  • Very bouncy turret front.


Cons:


  • Penetration is low, needs to use APCR ammunition against tier 8 and 9s.
  • alpha damage low.
  • Hull armor weak.
  • Weak ammo rack.


Performance

The Comet is a versatile thing, fit for sniping, circling heavies, and (to a certain extent) go hull-down. The top gun is accurate and quick-firing, perfect for long-range assualt. The traverse speed is greater than the Cromwell's, and can therefore easily circle and flank heavies and TDs. The speed, although nerfed from the Cromwell, is still good, which lets you go the long way around and flank enemies. The bouncy turret front lets you go hull-down, but unlike the T29, you can't just sit there. Your turret is not all-powerful, so make you move and duck into cover. From the above description, you would think that the Comet is the tank of your dreams. But in reality, weaknesses make sure that the Comet is no good at any one thing. The gun has low alpha damage and penetration, which is a problem if you are sniping or taking the enemies head-on. Going hull-down does not protect your ammo rack, which can be damaged even from the front. Although, fortunately, the ammo rack has enough durability to not explode on you with normal use, it will hinder your good gun. Also, you have a weak hull, not excellent speed, and a relatively large silhouette, which means rivals will be determined to send you to the garage. In all, the Comet is a challanging medium, but you can reap from the rewards.


History for this tank not found


UK
Light Tanks IICruiser Mk. III IIICruiser Mk. IV IVCovenanter VCrusader
Medium Tanks IVickers Medium Mk. I IIVickers Medium Mk. II IIIVickers Medium Mk. III IVMatilda IVAC 1 Sentinel VMatilda Black Prince VICromwell VIIComet VIIICenturion Mk. I IXCenturion Mk. 7/1 XFV4202
Heavy Tanks VChurchill I VExcelsior VIChurchill VII VITOG II* VIIBlack Prince VIIICaernarvon IXConqueror XFV215b
Tank Destroyers IIUniversal Carrier 2-pdr IIIValentine AT IVAlecto VAngry Connor VAT 2 VIChurchill Gun Carrier VIAT 8 VIIAT 15A VIIAT 7 VIIIAT 15 IXTortoise XFV215b (183)
Medium Tanks
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