Somua SM
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+ | * Good DPM for an autoloader, decent clip reload time | |||
+ | * Good aim time and fast shell cycling | |||
+ | * Great gun depression | |||
+ | * Decently armored for a French autoloader heavy. When being top tier, enemies can have serious trouble penning your UFP and turret | |||
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? | + | * Poor speed and acceleration, much slower compared to the [[AMX 50 100]] | ||
+ | * Inferior burst damage compared to the [[AMX 50 100]] | |||
+ | * Average viewrange | |||
+ | * Bad accuracy at range | |||
+ | * Requires a different playstyle compared to techtree French autoloader heavies | |||
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The Somua SM works well as a frontline supporter-brawler. Judging by the traditions of French autoloaders, its burst damage may not be that surprising, neither has it the necessary mobility to evade retaliate easily. Yet American autoloader commanders will find this vehicle much accustomed: handy armor, quick reload and adaptive to terrains. The only significant difference is that boxy, Germanic appearance than large cast pieces. | The Somua SM works well as a frontline supporter-brawler. Judging by the traditions of French autoloaders, its burst damage may not be that surprising, neither has it the necessary mobility to evade retaliate easily. Yet American autoloader commanders will find this vehicle much accustomed: handy armor, quick reload and adaptive to terrains. The only significant difference is that boxy, Germanic appearance than large cast pieces. | |||
? | Tactics-wise, its slow pace suits those heavy brethren perfectly. Play like an [[T57 Heavy Tank]]: finish off the damaged or devastate the fresh ones in no time, then retreat into cover. Fear not when the situations call for your spearheading, | + | Tactics-wise, its slow pace suits those heavy brethren perfectly. Play like an [[T57 Heavy Tank]]: finish off the damaged or devastate the fresh ones in no time, then retreat into cover. Fear not when the situations call for your spearheading, you have some armor to boot. Bullying meds is also an option, just be well-aware that the Somua can't relocate as one wishes easily, and probably won't survive any wolf-pack assault with depleted drum and little support. | |
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? | Vents, Vertical Stabilizer, | + | Vents, Vertical Stabilizer, Rotation System | |
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+ | The design office of the Société d'outillage mécanique et d'usinage d'artillerie (SOMUA) began work on the SM vehicle in 1946. The development was based on knowledge of the construction of German medium and heavy tanks. The main weapon became a long-barreled cannon caliber 100 mm stored in a swinging turret. The photos indicate that the tower of the SOMUA SM tank was structurally identical to the tower of the AMX-50 tank. Prototype delivered in October 1951. Tests completed in July 1953. Thanks to political machinations and the purchase of cheaper North American tank M47 Patton, SOMUA SM was not introduced into service. | |||
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+ | *Hull armour is probably incorrect, because parameters of hull armour is unknown | |||
+ | *Somua SM had same turret like [[AMX 50 100]], but armour is inconsistent | |||
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+ | https://www.valka.cz/SOMUA-SM-t11226 | |||
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Somua SM
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[Client Values; Actual values in
9,900 Cost |
1450290 HP Hit Points |
56/6029.55/60 t Weight Limit |
- Commander (Loader)
- Driver
- Gunner (Loader)
- Radio Operator (Loader)
700700 hp Engine Power |
37/20 km/h Speed Limit |
3232 deg/s Traverse |
12.523.69 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
NoNo Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
120/60/60120/60/60 mm Turret Armor |
AP/APCR/HE
AP/APCR/HE Shells |
1030/4000/650
1030/4000/650 Shell Cost |
300/300/400300/300/400 HP Damage |
232/263/50232/263/50 mm Penetration |
r/m ▲
6.54 r/m Magazine-fed Gun ▲
6.54 Rate of Fire Magazine-fed Gun |
▲
Magazine-fed Gun
▼
Magazine-fed Gun
▲
2076 Magazine-fed Gun ▲
Magazine-fed Gun
▼
Magazine-fed Gun
▲
2076 Damage Per Minute Magazine-fed Gun |
m ▲
0.4 m With 50% Crew: 0.496 m ▲
0.4 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.496 m |
s 2.4 s 2.4 Aim time |
2626 deg/s Turret Traverse |
360° Gun Arc |
-10°/+15°-10°/+15° Elevation Arc |
6060 rounds Ammo Capacity |
2020 % Chance of Fire |
m 370 m 370 View Range |
m 750 m 750 Signal Range |
VIII
9900
The Somua SM is a French tier 8 premium heavy tank.
A French heavy tank, presented as an alternative for the AMX 50 at a design competition. Development started in 1946; however, the prototype was not ready until October 1951. German tank-building technologies were applied in the development of the vehicle: it was equipped with a 100-mm gun with a magazine-system autoloader installed in an oscillating turret. The tank underwent trials from January through July 1953, during which it did not show any promising results. Consequently, the project was discontinued in favor of the AMX 50.
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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VIII | 100 mm SA47 | 232/263/50 | 300/300/400 | 6.54 | 0.4 | 2.4 | 3000 | 127550 |
Tier | Engine | Engine Power (hp) |
Chance of Fire on Impact (%) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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IX | Maybach HL 295.003 "Somua" | 700 | 20 | 750 | 96000 |
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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VIII | Somua SM | 60 | 32 | B/2 | 13000 | 30000 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- 5-round autoloader with good alpha damage and penetration
- Good DPM for an autoloader, decent clip reload time
- Good aim time and fast shell cycling
- Great gun depression
- Decently armored for a French autoloader heavy. When being top tier, enemies can have serious trouble penning your UFP and tu
Cons:
- Poor speed and acceleration, much slower compared to the AMX 50 100
- Inferior burst damage compared to the AMX 50 100
- Average viewrange
- Bad accuracy at range
- Requires a different playstyle compared to techtree French autoloader heavies
Performance
The Somua SM works well as a frontline supporter-brawler. Judging by the traditions of French autoloaders, its burst damage may not be that surprising, neither has it the necessary mobility to evade retaliate easily. Yet American autoloader commanders will find this vehicle much accustomed: handy armor, quick reload and adaptive to terrains. The only significant difference is that boxy, Germanic appearance than large cast pieces. Tactics-wise, its slow pace suits those heavy brethren perfectly. Play like an T57 Heavy Tank: finish off the damaged or devastate the fresh ones in no time, then retreat into cover. Fear not when the situations call for your spearheading, you have some armor to boot. Bullying meds is also an option, just be well-aware that the Somua can't relocate as one wishes easily, and probably won't survive any wolf-pack assault with depleted drum and little support.
Suggested Equipment
Gallery
Historical Info
Historical Gallery
Historical Accuracy Errata
*Hull armour is probably incorrect, because parameters of hull armour is unknown
- Somua SM had same turret like AMX 50 100, but armour is inconsistent