105 leFH18B2
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? | It is the first premium self-propelled gun to be added into the game. Overall, it can be compared to the [[AMX 13 105 AM mle. 50]], since its gun has about the same damage, accuracy, and range. Making a valuable addition to firepower on public matches, but still loses against opponents like the [[Grille]] for its unmatched accuracy and damage | + | It is the first premium self-propelled gun to be added into the game. Overall, it can be compared to the [[AMX 13 105 AM mle. 50]], since its gun has about the same damage, accuracy, and range. Making a valuable addition to firepower on public matches, but still loses against opponents like the [[Grille]] for its unmatched accuracy and damage. Many players will feel right at home using this equipment as it can be very forgiving. Its relatively thick armour is able to bounce shots from low tier guns, giving it a better defence against light tanks. The leFH18B2 also weighs in at almost 33 tons, allowing it to destroy light tanks that attempt to ram it. | |
? | This tank was removed from the in-game store in the 8.6 update. It will be given as special awards during specials and events. | + | This tank has kept the damage and penetration from before 9.18, making it arguably the most powerful artillery tier-for-tier in the game, even more so after 9.18, assuming it hits it's target. The low splash radius and time to land can be frustrating for players and necessitates that you fully aim shots. | |
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+ | This tank was removed from the in-game store in the 8.6 update. It will be given as special awards during specials and events, as well as sometimes appearing as a special offer in the premium shop, but generally only as a freebie for a package with the highest gold offers. | |||
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? | + | - Above average view range | ||
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? | + | - Great aim time and murderous rate of fire allows you to keep enemy tanks permanently tracked | ||
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? | + | - Highest DPM of all SPGs in the game (2700) enables you to delete enemy tanks single-handedly | ||
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+ | - Retains full 105mm damage and penetration after 9.18 SPG re-balance. Its penetration is nearly on a par with with tier 9 SPGs, and is capable of one-shoting tier 5 mediums and can deal serious damage to HTs | |||
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+ | - Retains AP and HEAT shells to complement it's HE rounds even after 9.18 | |||
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+ | - High shell arc means hitting targets behind cover is easier than some other SPGs | |||
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? | + | - Below average top speed | ||
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? | + | - Slow traverse and acceleration | ||
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? | + | - Despite the thick armour, the gun shield is rather thin | ||
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+ | - Long shell travel time due to high shell arc | |||
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+ | - Did not receive a splash buff to it's HE rounds in 9.18 like other SPGs | |||
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? | + | It has gun elevation and depression which enable it to fire behind some rocks and small buildings and will greatly help in self defence when needed. It has the thickest armour of all artillery for its tier, making an exceptionally difficult target to kill by low tier scouts that do not stop and aim at the weaker armoured turret, although, just like the [[B1]], this SPG can be crippled by aiming at the exposed tracks depriving it of movement, but it will take several shots to actually destroy it. | ||
? | A side effect of its strong | + | A side effect of its strong armour is that it is nearly impossible to destroy by ramming by lighter vehicles. Light tanks that attempt to do so will instead destroy themselves.. | |
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+ | The 105 leFH18B2 does not share the agility or speed of the [[B1]], so relocation and placement can be a problem and has a rather large silhouette in comparison to other SPG's of the same tier, but it can still make good use of the camo net. | |||
? | + | It has an impressive view range (fully trained crew with BIA and coated optics can exceed 445m even on the move), which can be exploited to use it as a Tank Destroyer in combination with Binoculars, but this should be done only in emergency situations. Keeping a few HEAT rounds for more consistent damage of to use in self defence in shotgun mode can be useful. It can be very threatening to targets that get too close to you. | ||
? | + | Hitting Small targets can be difficult due to the lack of HE splash damage, just like the [[AMX 13 105 AM mle. 50]]. However, its insane rate of fire means you will have multiple opportunities as long as they stay spotted. | ||
? | + | While the LeFH18B2 does have the lowest damage per shot of its tier, it also has the fastest rate of fire for its tier by a decent margin, which makes up for the lack of splash damage. | ||
? | + | Note that this vehicle cannot Stun due to the low calibre of the gun, but unlike most arty, retains the ability to fire both AP and HEAT (Premium ammo). | ||
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|History= | |History= | |||
? | [[image:105_leFH18B2-a.jpg|thumb|200px|left|105_leFH18B2-a | + | [[image:105_leFH18B2-a.jpg|thumb|200px|left|105_leFH18B2-a German modification of the French B1 bis tank]]105 leFH18B2 was a German 105-mm howitzer self-propelled artillery unit based on a chassis of French B-1 bis tank. In the early spring of 1941 a decision was made to convert sixteen captured French B1 bis tanks into self-propelled artillery units. Rheinmetall-Borsig company, which was in charge for the development choose to install leFh18/3(sf) ((German: leichte FeldHaubitze - "light field howitzer"), standard Wehrmacht infantry light howitzer. The weapon was crude, but simple to maintain and very effective. It had a heavy, simple breech mechanism with a hydro-pneumatic recoil system. With a newly installed muzzle brake, it could fire a 14,81 kg HE round to a maximum distance of 10675 meters. Muzzle velocity was around 460 m/s with a rate of fire between 4-6 round per minute. Production of 105 leFH18B2 was launched in late 1941, and by the end of 1942, all planned units were delivered to the troops. | |
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? | image:LeFh18-3sf on the eastern front.jpg{{!}}LeFh18-3sf light | + | image:LeFh18-3sf on the eastern front.jpg{{!}}LeFh18-3sf light artillery howitzer was chosen as a main weapon | |
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+ | The 105 leFH18B2 was actually a Rheinmetall-Borsig conversion that was used by the German military. Its configuration as a French SPG is fake. | |||
+ | * The leFH18B2 was actually painted with the German Balkenkreuz. In World of Tanks, however, the markings are French roundels instead. | |||
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Revision as of 08:08, 16 May 2019
105 leFH18B2
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1,500 Cost |
34068 HP Hit Points |
32.49/3411.49/34 t Weight Limit |
- Commander (Radio Operator)
- Gunner
- Driver
- Loader
307307 hp Engine Power |
28/10 km/h Speed Limit |
2222 deg/s Traverse |
9.4526.72 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
YesYes Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
HE/HEAT
HE/HEAT Shells |
128/4000/120
128/4000/120 Shell Cost |
410/350/350410/350/350 HP Damage |
53/104/6453/104/64 mm Penetration |
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6.45 r/m Standard Gun ▲
6.45 Rate of Fire Standard Gun |
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Standard Gun ▼
Standard Gun
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2644.5 Standard Gun
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Standard Gun ▼
Standard Gun
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2644.5 Damage Per Minute Standard Gun
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0.74 m With 50% Crew: 0.917 m ▲
0.74 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.917 m |
s 5.1 s 5.1 Aim time |
2222 deg/s Gun Traverse Speed |
30° Gun Arc |
-4°/+45°-4°/+45° Elevation Arc |
5050 rounds Ammo Capacity |
2020 % Chance of Fire |
m 390 m 390 View Range |
m 525 m 525 Signal Range |
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The 105 leFH18B2 is a French tier 5 premium self-propelled gun.
Heavy B1 tanks captured by the German army during the French Campaign underwent modification and were actively used by the Wehrmacht. Some vehicles were converted into SPGs, designated 10.5 cm leFH18/3 auf Geschützwagen B2 (f).
It is the first premium self-propelled gun to be added into the game. Overall, it can be compared to the AMX 13 105 AM mle. 50, since its gun has about the same damage, accuracy, and range. Making a valuable addition to firepower on public matches, but still loses against opponents like the Grille for its unmatched accuracy and damage. Many players will feel right at home using this equipment as it can be very forgiving. Its relatively thick armour is able to bounce shots from low tier guns, giving it a better defence against light tanks. The leFH18B2 also weighs in at almost 33 tons, allowing it to destroy light tanks that attempt to ram it.
This tank has kept the damage and penetration from before 9.18, making it arguably the most powerful artillery tier-for-tier in the game, even more so after 9.18, assuming it hits it's target. The low splash radius and time to land can be frustrating for players and necessitates that you fully aim shots.
This tank was removed from the in-game store in the 8.6 update. It will be given as special awards during specials and events, as well as sometimes appearing as a special offer in the premium shop, but generally only as a freebie for a package with the highest gold offers.
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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V | 10,5 cm le.F.H. 18 L/28 | 53/104/64 | 410/350/350 | 6.45 | 0.74 | 5.1 | 2300 | 40110 |
Tier | Engine | Engine Power (hp) |
Chance of Fire on Impact (%) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
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IV | Renault 307 | 307 | 20 | 540 | 10000 |
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ()
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V | leFH18B2 | 34 | 22 | 0 | 8050 | 240 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Above average view range
- Great aim time and murderous rate of fire allows you to keep enemy tanks permanently tracked
- Highest DPM of all SPGs in the game (2700) enables you to delete enemy tanks single-handedly
- Retains full 105mm damage and penetration after 9.18 SPG re-balance. Its penetration is nearly on a par with with tier 9 SPGs, and is capable of one-shoting tier 5 mediums and can deal serious damage to HTs
- Retains AP and HEAT shells to complement it's HE rounds even after 9.18
- High shell arc means hitting targets behind cover is easier than some other SPGs
Cons:
- Below average top speed
- Slow traverse and acceleration
- Despite the thick armour, the gun shield is rather thin
- Long shell travel time due to high shell arc
- Did not receive a splash buff to it's HE rounds in 9.18 like other SPGs
Performance
It has gun elevation and depression which enable it to fire behind some rocks and small buildings and will greatly help in self defence when needed. It has the thickest armour of all artillery for its tier, making an exceptionally difficult target to kill by low tier scouts that do not stop and aim at the weaker armoured turret, although, just like the B1, this SPG can be crippled by aiming at the exposed tracks depriving it of movement, but it will take several shots to actually destroy it. A side effect of its strong armour is that it is nearly impossible to destroy by ramming by lighter vehicles. Light tanks that attempt to do so will instead destroy themselves..
The 105 leFH18B2 does not share the agility or speed of the B1, so relocation and placement can be a problem and has a rather large silhouette in comparison to other SPG's of the same tier, but it can still make good use of the camo net.
It has an impressive view range (fully trained crew with BIA and coated optics can exceed 445m even on the move), which can be exploited to use it as a Tank Destroyer in combination with Binoculars, but this should be done only in emergency situations. Keeping a few HEAT rounds for more consistent damage of to use in self defence in shotgun mode can be useful. It can be very threatening to targets that get too close to you.
Hitting Small targets can be difficult due to the lack of HE splash damage, just like the AMX 13 105 AM mle. 50. However, its insane rate of fire means you will have multiple opportunities as long as they stay spotted.
While the LeFH18B2 does have the lowest damage per shot of its tier, it also has the fastest rate of fire for its tier by a decent margin, which makes up for the lack of splash damage.
Note that this vehicle cannot Stun due to the low calibre of the gun, but unlike most arty, retains the ability to fire both AP and HEAT (Premium ammo).
Suggested Equipment
Gallery
Historical Info
Historical Gallery
Historical Accuracy Errata
The 105 leFH18B2 was actually a Rheinmetall-Borsig conversion that was used by the German military. Its configuration as a French SPG is fake.
- The leFH18B2 was actually painted with the German Balkenkreuz. In World of Tanks, however, the markings are French roundels instead.
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