VK 30.01 (D)

VK3002DB_V1 (Stock)

Totals

910000 Price

700 Hit Points

31.93 / 33 kgWeight

Crew

1. Commander

Armor

60/40/50Hull Armor(front/sides/rear, mm)

50/30/30Turret Armor(front/sides/rear, mm)

Maneuver

580 h.p.Engine Power

56 km/hSpeed Limit

34 deg/secTraverse Speed

Firepower

110 Standard Shell Damage

110 mmStandard Shell Penetration

4.3 Time for Complete Loading

32 deg/secTurret Traverse Speed

Communication

350 mView Range

310 mSignal Range

Pz.Kpfw. III/IV

VK 30.01 (D)

VK 30.02 (D)

VI

910000

In the winter of 1941–1942 the WaPrüf 6 issued technical requirements for a new 30-ton tank. The orders for development were placed with MAN and Daimler-Benz. The prototypes were to be ready by May 1942. However, on May 13th, 1942 only comparative characteristics of the projects were submitted. The MAN's project was preferred, and the Daimler-Benz's project was canceled.

In the winter of 1941-1942 the WaPruf 6 issued technical requirements for a new 30-ton tank. The orders for development were placed with MAN and Daimler-Benz. The prototypes were to be ready by May 1942. However, on May 13th, 1942 only comparative characteristics of the projects were submitted. The MAN's project was preferred, and the Daimler-Benz's project was canceled.

• VK 30.01 (D)
• VK 30.01 (D)b
• VK 30.01 (D)c II

VK 30.01 (D)

Stock

VK 30.01 (D)b

	Level	Turret	Weight (t)	Turret Armor (front/sides/rear, mm)	Gun Traverse Speed (deg/s)	View Range (m)
	V	Pz.Kpfw. III/IV Ausf. B	5500	50/30/30	32	350

	Level	Gun	Weight (t)	Average Penetration (mm)		Rate of Fire	Dispersion at 100 m	Aiming Time
	V	7,5 cm KwK 40 L/48	1520	110/158/38	110/110/175	13.95	0.39	2.3

	Level	Engine	Weight (t)	Engine Power (h.p.)	Chance of Fire on Impact
	VI	Daimler-Benz MB 503	900	580	20

	Level	Suspension	Weight (t)	Load Limit	Traverse Speed (deg/s)
	V	VK 30.01 (D)	9000	33	34

	Level	Radio	Weight (t)	Signal Range (m)
	III	FuG 5	0	310

VK 30.01 (D)b

Speed

VK 30.01 (D)c II

	Level	Turret	Weight (t)	Turret Armor (front/sides/rear, mm)	Gun Traverse Speed (deg/s)	View Range (m)
	V	Pz.Kpfw. III/IV Ausf. B	5500	50/30/30	32	350

	Level	Gun	Weight (t)	Average Penetration (mm)		Rate of Fire	Dispersion at 100 m	Aiming Time
	V	7,5 cm KwK 40 L/48	1520	110/158/38	110/110/175	13.95	0.39	2.3

	Level	Engine	Weight (t)	Engine Power (h.p.)	Chance of Fire on Impact
	VII	Maybach HL 210 TRM P30	720	650	20

	Level	Suspension	Weight (t)	Load Limit	Traverse Speed (deg/s)
	VI	VK 30.01 (D) verstärkteketten	9000	36	38

	Level	Radio	Weight (t)	Signal Range (m)
	VI	FuG 7	0	415

VK 30.01 (D)c II

Attack

VK 30.02 (D)

	Level	Turret	Weight (t)	Turret Armor (front/sides/rear, mm)	Gun Traverse Speed (deg/s)	View Range (m)
	VII	VK 30.01 (D)	6000	80/45/45	32	370

	Level	Gun	Weight (t)	Average Penetration (mm)		Rate of Fire	Dispersion at 100 m	Aiming Time
	VI	7,5 cm KwK 42 L/70	1740	150/194/38	135/135/175	13.64	0.35	2.3

	Level	Engine	Weight (t)	Engine Power (h.p.)	Chance of Fire on Impact
	VIII	Maybach HL 230 TRM P30	750	870	20

	Level	Suspension	Weight (t)	Load Limit	Traverse Speed (deg/s)
	VI	VK 30.01 (D) verstärkteketten	9000	36	38

	Level	Radio	Weight (t)	Signal Range (m)
	IX	FuG 12	0	710

Compatible Equipment

Compatible Consumables

Player Opinion

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Sloped front armor gives effective frontal armor close to that of the VK 36.01 (H), along with strong turret armor
• Good gun depression, accuracy, penetration, and rate of fire on the top gun
• Fast and maneuverable, making it an excellent flanker
• Low profile, which makes it hard to hit and gives relatively good camouflage values
• Good view range

Cons:

• Low armor thickness

Performance

Use the unexpected angle of the gun depression to surprise anyone who expected more flat angle. Additionally, the relatively thick and sloped turret armor will help to bounce shells.

Although the top gun isn't any different than the other tier 6 German mediums, it is mounted on a chassis that is arguably better. The strength of this tank is its sloped armor, speed and maneuverability, and accurate and high penetrating gun. This tank is very effective in long range combat where the sloped (but thin) armor can bounce some shots, while using its gun to continue to penetrate. Additionally, it has lower profile than the similar mediums, and therefore has more of a camouflage value and is harder to hit. However, it is vulnerable in close range, where its low armor thickness will cause VK 30.01 (D) serious problems, and will be penetrated by most guns.

This is a versatile medium for its tier. It is directly comparable to the other Vk 30.01 (H), but it comes out superior in a few key aspects. It has thicker and more sloped armor, better gun depression and a smaller profile allowing it to be more stealthy and survivable than the other Vk. However, the Henschel version does get the 8.8 cm KwK 36, which could be better to use in certain situations. That said, the 75mm L/70 has sufficient damage, and more importantly a much better accuracy and penetration allowing for a more versatile playstyle than a dedicated flanker.

The matter of equipment is mainly a matter of choice on this tank. For different playstyles, certain equipment is favoured over others. However, the Gun Rammer is mandatory whatever you do, as the tank has fairly low DPM - and anything to help this is very important. Additionally, Coated Optics is important for this tank as it brings its view range over 400 meters - allowing it to scout and snipe effectively. It is generally preferred over Binoculars, unless you expect to be stationary for a long time (not recommended). The last slot is a wash, and depends on what you prefer. Gun Laying Drive will allow you to have a more aggressive, "peek-a-boo" playstyle; the Vents will give you an all around boost - especially with Brother in Arms; and Camouflage Net will do quite a bit to keep you hidden - very important, especially when you aren't top tier, allowing you to stay alive and do damage longer.

Players familiar with the excellent Vk 36.01 (H) will find a chance of pace from that tank. Although it takes some getting used to, this tank proves itself quite well and has earned a place in many players garage due to its versatility.

Early Research

• The Maybach HL 120 TRM Engine and FuG 12 Radio carry over from the Pz.Kpfw. III/IV. Mount them immediately.
• The Maybach HL 230 TRM P30 Engine can be researched without upgrading the suspension.
• If you would rather have more firepower than more speed, research the VK 30.01 (D) verstärkteketten Suspension, the VK 30.01 (D) Turret, and the 7,5 cm KwK 42 L/70 Gun.

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