FCM 36 Pak 40
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* Poor signal range | * Poor signal range | |||
* Low ammo capacity | * Low ammo capacity | |||
? | * Shells are not compatible with the German [[Gun/Germany#7,5 cm PaK 40/2|7,5 cm PaK 40/2]] in what is essentially the same gun | + | * Poorer penetration than the German 7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46 | |
+ | * Shells are not compatible with the German [[Gun/Germany#7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46|7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46]] in what is essentially the same gun | |||
|InTheGame_performance= | |InTheGame_performance= | |||
? | The FCM 36 Pak 40 (also known as the [[wikipedia:Marder I|Marder I]]) is atypical for a premium tank in that its gun has far superior accuracy, rate of fire and aim time compared to the regular [[Gun/Germany#7,5 cm PaK 40/2|7,5 cm PaK 40/2]] on the [[Marder II]], making it a very powerful opponent. However, this is severely weighted down with a dismal gun traverse, at approximately 7 degrees. In order to shoot a moving target, you will have to rotate your entire tank, resetting your aim time and giving the tank relative inaccuracy when hitting targets that are traveling at fast speeds. However, when firing upon slow or immobile targets, you can use your penetration and accuracy to your full potential, severely damaging the target in a matter of seconds. Your hull armor is thick and capable of absorbing enemy fire, but the case mate holding the gun is huge and very thin, mitigating your armor advantage. In addition, you have an open top, meaning you are especially prone to HE damage. Most artillery that happens to get a direct shot at your top will one-shot you, especially in tier 5 battles. Lastly, you have extremely low engine power, giving it a horrible speed, with a worse horsepower to weight ratio than even the [[Maus]], the largest tank in the game. | + | The FCM 36 Pak 40 (also known as the [[wikipedia:Marder I|Marder I]]) is atypical for a premium tank in that its gun has far superior accuracy, rate of fire and aim time compared to the regular [[Gun/Germany#7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46|7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46]] on the [[Marder II]], making it a very powerful opponent. However, this is severely weighted down with a dismal gun traverse, at approximately 7 degrees. In order to shoot a moving target, you will have to rotate your entire tank, resetting your aim time and giving the tank relative inaccuracy when hitting targets that are traveling at fast speeds. However, when firing upon slow or immobile targets, you can use your penetration and accuracy to your full potential, severely damaging the target in a matter of seconds. Your hull armor is thick and capable of absorbing enemy fire, but the case mate holding the gun is huge and very thin, mitigating your armor advantage. In addition, you have an open top, meaning you are especially prone to HE damage. Most artillery that happens to get a direct shot at your top will one-shot you, especially in tier 5 battles. Lastly, you have extremely low engine power, giving it a horrible speed, with a worse horsepower to weight ratio than even the [[Maus]], the largest tank in the game. | |
? | The FCM 36 PaK 40 was the first premium tank destroyer to be added in-game. | + | The FCM 36 PaK 40 was the first premium tank destroyer to be added in-game. Curiously, the FCM 36 Pak 40 is listed as a French tank, despite the fact that it was converted and operated by the German [[wikipedia:21st Panzer Division (Wehrmacht)|21st Panzer Division]] in the [[wikipedia:Invasion of Normandy|Invasion of Normandy]]. | |
|InTheGame_equipment= | |InTheGame_equipment= |
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FCM 36 Pak 40
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[Client Values; Actual values in
850 ![]() |
32064 HP Hit Points |
13.89/14.64.19/14.6 t Weight Limit |
- Commander (Radio Operator)
- Gunner
- Driver
- Loader
9191 hp Engine Power |
24/10 km/h Speed Limit |
3737 deg/s Traverse |
6.5521.72 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
YesYes Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
AP/APCR/HE
AP/APCR/HE Shells |
70/2800/38
70/2800/38 Shell Cost |
110/110/175110/110/175 HP Damage |
98/126/3898/126/38 mm Penetration |
r/m ▲
15.92 r/m Standard Gun ▲
15.92 Rate of Fire Standard Gun |
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Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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1751.2 Standard Gun ▲
Standard Gun
▼
Standard Gun
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1751.2 Damage Per Minute Standard Gun |
m ▲
0.37 m With 50% Crew: 0.458 m ▲
0.37 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.458 m |
s 1.5 s 1.5 Aim time |
4444 deg/s Gun Traverse Speed |
14° Gun Arc |
-8°/+17°-8°/+17° Elevation Arc |
7070 rounds Ammo Capacity |
1515 % Chance of Fire |
m 400 m 400 View Range |
m 310 m 310 Signal Range |
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The FCM 36 Pak 40 is a French tier 3 premium tank destroyer.
In 1943, ten FCM 36 tanks captured by the Germans were converted into tank destroyers. The vehicles fought in France with the Verstärkte Schnelle Brigade West.
The FCM 36 Pak 40 is a very unique tank destroyer. With thick hull armor, above average hit points, as well as great penetration and rate of fire, it is a very potent and powerful tank destroyer - as long as you don't need to move.
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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IV | 7,5 cm Pak 40/2 | 98/126/38 | 110/110/175 | 15.92 | 0.37 | 1.5 | 1520 | 28900 |
Tier | Engine | Engine Power (hp) |
Chance of Fire on Impact (%) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ( ![]()
| |
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I | Berliet MDP | 91 | 15 | 200 | 1500 |
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ( ![]()
| |
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III | FCM 36 Pak 40 | 14.6 | 37 | 0 | 2000 | 240 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Excellent view range
- Good armor
- Good penetration and rate of fire
- Good accuracy and aim time
- Good gun depression
Cons:
- Poor engine power and top speed
- Narrow gun arc
- Poor signal range
- Low ammo capacity
- Poorer penetration than the German 7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46
Performance
The FCM 36 Pak 40 (also known as the Marder I) is atypical for a premium tank in that its gun has far superior accuracy, rate of fire and aim time compared to the regular 7,5 cm PaK 40/2 L/46 on the Marder II, making it a very powerful opponent. However, this is severely weighted down with a dismal gun traverse, at approximately 7 degrees. In order to shoot a moving target, you will have to rotate your entire tank, resetting your aim time and giving the tank relative inaccuracy when hitting targets that are traveling at fast speeds. However, when firing upon slow or immobile targets, you can use your penetration and accuracy to your full potential, severely damaging the target in a matter of seconds. Your hull armor is thick and capable of absorbing enemy fire, but the case mate holding the gun is huge and very thin, mitigating your armor advantage. In addition, you have an open top, meaning you are especially prone to HE damage. Most artillery that happens to get a direct shot at your top will one-shot you, especially in tier 5 battles. Lastly, you have extremely low engine power, giving it a horrible speed, with a worse horsepower to weight ratio than even the Maus, the largest tank in the game.
The FCM 36 PaK 40 was the first premium tank destroyer to be added in-game. Curiously, the FCM 36 Pak 40 is listed as a French tank, despite the fact that it was converted and operated by the German 21st Panzer Division in the Invasion of Normandy.
Suggested Equipment
Gallery
Historical Info