WZ-111 model 1-4
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* Well-sloped hull armor | * Well-sloped hull armor | |||
* Top gun is a copy of the [[IS-7]]'s, possibly even better, despite being a tier lower | * Top gun is a copy of the [[IS-7]]'s, possibly even better, despite being a tier lower | |||
+ | * Has the most alpha out of all tier 9 heavies, along with the [[E-75]] | |||
+ | * Decent accuracy, aim time, and penetration | |||
* Very high top speed for a heavy | * Very high top speed for a heavy | |||
? | * Excellent | + | * Excellent mobility | |
* Low profile, nearly the same as the [[IS-8]] | * Low profile, nearly the same as the [[IS-8]] | |||
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* Spaced, sloped side armor | * Spaced, sloped side armor | |||
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* Poor gun depression | * Poor gun depression | |||
* The second turret has weaker all-around armor than the first | * The second turret has weaker all-around armor than the first | |||
? | * Large, weak lower glacis | + | * Large, weak lower glacis plate | |
+ | * Somewhat slow reload | |||
+ | * Slow acceleration | |||
|InTheGame_performance= | |InTheGame_performance= | |||
? | + | This tank plays very much like an IS-8, but it trades more alpha damage in exchange for slightly worse accuracy, penetration, and rate of fire, though significantly better aim time. | ||
+ | When playing the WZ-111 model 1-4, you should be very careful of being near ridges, as the gun depression is quite horrible. Combined with the long length of the vehicle, you will be at a significant disadvantage in hilly terrain or on downwards slopes. You should try to look for ways to make your tank travel on as flat ground as possible, as to ensure you won't be fired at by enemy tanks while being unable to return fire. With only 5 degrees of gun depression, you might be limited by some maps. However, thanks to the moderate accuracy and decent penetration, sniping should not be too difficult with this tank. | |||
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+ | Another thing to be careful of is making sure the enemy does not fire into your lower frontal plate, which will not withstand hits from same-tier tanks. The turret front and upper frontal plate are both well armored and will bounce shots with moderate frequency. Another thing to note about its armor is that it has spaced, sloped side armor. Though not as bouncy, thick, or big as that of the [[IS-3]]'s, it can still soak up a shell with some luck. | |||
+ | Care should be taken as to always make sure your pike nose is pointing at the enemy, as angling will expose your weak sides, as well as making one side of the pike much weaker than when pointing forwards. Angling will, however, make one corner of the pike much stronger, though this should not be done unless you have some form of cover to make sure your weaker pike won't be damaged easily. | |||
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+ | Last to mention is this tank's mobility, which is really excellent. With a top speed of 50 km/h, you can quickly gain A LOT of speed and get into position very fast, especially when going down a slope. While the top speed is outstanding for this tank, the acceleration and track traverse speed leave something to be desired, and the 1-4 requires a fair bit of time to reach its top speed, and will lose a lot of it when climbing hills. | |||
|InTheGame_research= | |InTheGame_research= | |||
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+ | * You should already have the engine, 100mm 62-100T, and top radio from the 110, equip them right away | |||
+ | * First research the turret, as it gives you more health and does not have a weak spot like the IS-3 turret | |||
+ | * Then research the suspension, which will increase the load limit so you can mount the top gun as well as give you better mobility | |||
+ | * Next research the 130mm 59-130T, which gives a significant boost in penetration and alpha damage | |||
+ | * Finally you can research the last engine which adds 20 horsepowers | |||
|InTheGame_equipment= | |InTheGame_equipment= | |||
? | Tank Gun Rammer, Vertical Stabilizer, | + | Tank Gun Rammer, Vertical Stabilizer, GLD, Vents | |
|Gallery= | |Gallery= |
Revision as of 02:42, 18 August 2013
WZ-111 model 1-4
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3,500,000 Cost |
1750450 HP Hit Points |
44/44.726.18/48 t Weight Limit |
- Commander (Radio Operator)
- Gunner
- Driver
- Loader
520600 hp Engine Power |
50/15 km/h Speed Limit |
2628 deg/s Traverse |
11.8222.92 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
NoNo Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
249/172/100230/120/60 mm Turret Armor |
AP/HEAT/HE
AP/HEAT/HE Shells |
1025/5600/608
1118/4800/978 Shell Cost |
390/390/530490/490/640 HP Damage |
175/250/61244/340/65 mm Penetration |
r/m ▲
5.08 r/m Standard Gun ▲
4.29 Rate of Fire Standard Gun |
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Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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1981.2 Standard Gun ▲
Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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2102.1 Damage Per Minute Standard Gun |
m ▲
0.46 m With 50% Crew: 0.57 m ▲
0.4 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.496 m |
s 3.4 s 2.9 Aim time |
2426 deg/s Turret Traverse |
360° Gun Arc |
-5°/+19°-5°/+23° Elevation Arc |
4540 rounds Ammo Capacity |
1212 % Chance of Fire |
m 380 m 400 View Range |
m 600 m 750 Signal Range |
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The WZ-111 model 1-4 is a Chinese tier 9 heavy tank.
Prototype of a heavy tank developed in the early 1960s. The 111 project was developed on the basis of the Soviet IS-3 and T-10 tanks. In 1964 development was discontinued in favor of new types of medium tanks.
The WZ-111 model 1-4 leads to the WZ-111 model 5A.
Modules / Available Equipment and Consumables
Modules
Tier | Engine | Engine Power (hp) |
Chance of Fire on Impact (%) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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VIII | 12150L | 520 | 12 | 750 | 48000 | |
IX | 12150LS | 580 | 12 | 750 | 99500 | |
X | 12150LT | 600 | 12 | 750 | 120000 |
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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VIII | WZ-111 | 44.7 | 26 | B/2 | 10000 | 27920 | |
IX | WZ-111 model 4 | 48 | 28 | B/2 | 10000 | 61000 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Strong, bouncy turret armor
- Well-sloped hull armor
- Top gun is a copy of the IS-7's, possibly even better, despite being a tier lower
- Has the most alpha out of all tier 9 heavies, along with the E-75
- Decent accuracy, aim time, and penetration
Cons:
- Poor gun depression
- The second turret has weaker all-around armor than the first
- Large, weak lower glacis plate
- Somewhat slow reload
- Slow acceleration
Performance
This tank plays very much like an IS-8, but it trades more alpha damage in exchange for slightly worse accuracy, penetration, and rate of fire, though significantly better aim time. When playing the WZ-111 model 1-4, you should be very careful of being near ridges, as the gun depression is quite horrible. Combined with the long length of the vehicle, you will be at a significant disadvantage in hilly terrain or on downwards slopes. You should try to look for ways to make your tank travel on as flat ground as possible, as to ensure you won't be fired at by enemy tanks while being unable to return fire. With only 5 degrees of gun depression, you might be limited by some maps. However, thanks to the moderate accuracy and decent penetration, sniping should not be too difficult with this tank.
Another thing to be careful of is making sure the enemy does not fire into your lower frontal plate, which will not withstand hits from same-tier tanks. The turret front and upper frontal plate are both well armored and will bounce shots with moderate frequency. Another thing to note about its armor is that it has spaced, sloped side armor. Though not as bouncy, thick, or big as that of the IS-3's, it can still soak up a shell with some luck. Care should be taken as to always make sure your pike nose is pointing at the enemy, as angling will expose your weak sides, as well as making one side of the pike much weaker than when pointing forwards. Angling will, however, make one corner of the pike much stronger, though this should not be done unless you have some form of cover to make sure your weaker pike won't be damaged easily.
Last to mention is this tank's mobility, which is really excellent. With a top speed of 50 km/h, you can quickly gain A LOT of speed and get into position very fast, especially when going down a slope. While the top speed is outstanding for this tank, the acceleration and track traverse speed leave something to be desired, and the 1-4 requires a fair bit of time to reach its top speed, and will lose a lot of it when climbing hills.
Early Research
- You should already have the engine, 100mm 62-100T, and top radio from the 110, equip them right away
- First research the turret, as it gives you more health and does not have a weak spot like the IS-3 turret
- Then research the suspension, which will increase the load limit so you can mount the top gun as well as give you better mobility
- Next research the 130mm 59-130T, which gives a significant boost in penetration and alpha damage
- Finally you can research the last engine which adds 20 horsepowers
Suggested Equipment
Gallery
Historical Info
Design features
Flaws that were found during initial tests were including heavy and very cramped turret interior, insufficient armor on the hull and weak, and unreliable engine that was struggling with the overall mass of the vehicle. Most of the technology used in WZ-111 were copies of earlier, then already close to obsolete Soviet solutions . Turret design was cast steel with welds on the roof area fitted with two crew hatches a and a commander periscope. Suspension was consisted of seven road wheels with internal shock absorbers, three support rollers, drive wheel position at the rear with removable ring gear and guide wheel. Transmission was similar to the one of the IS series, and featured multi-disc main clutch dry friction, eight gear transmission with dual, planetary rotation mechanism, and final drive. Engine was a Chinese made unlicensed copy of B11 diesel, with the maximum power output at 520 horse powers. Maximum speed achieved during tests was 35 km/h. The body was made from welded plates, with thickness of 13, 120, 90 and 60 mm. Test prototype was preserved, and today is placed on permanent display in the Chinese Tank Museum located near Beijing.
Historical Gallery
Light Tanks | IIVickers Mk. E Type B • IIIType 2597 Chi-Ha • IVM5A1 Stuart • VI59-16 • VIType 64 • VIIType 62 • VIIWZ-131 • VIIIWZ-132 • VIIIM41D • IXWZ-132A • XWZ-132-1 |
Medium Tanks | VType T-34 • VIType 58 • VIIT-34-1 • VIIIType 59 • VIIIT-34-2 • VIIIT-34-3 • VIII59-Patton • VIII122 TM • VIIIType 59 G • IXWZ-120 • X121 • X121B |
Heavy Tanks | VIIIS-2 • VIIIWZ-111 • VIIIWZ-111 Alpine Tiger • VIII110 • VIII112 • IXWZ-111 model 1-4 • IXWZ-114 • X113 • X113 Beijing Opera • XWZ-111 model 5A • XWZ-111 Qilin |
Tank Destroyers | IIT-26G FT • IIIM3G FT • IVSU-76G FT • V60G FT • VIWZ-131G FT • VIIT-34-2G FT • VIIIWZ-111-1G FT • VIIIWZ-120-1G FT • IXWZ-111G FT • IXWZ-120G FT • XWZ-113G FT • X114 SP2 |
Self-Propelled Artillery |