8,8 cm Pak 43 Jagdtiger
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* Large superstructure combined with slow speed make this tank very easy for artillery to hit | * Large superstructure combined with slow speed make this tank very easy for artillery to hit | |||
* Specialist flank defender, requires large amounts of team support | * Specialist flank defender, requires large amounts of team support | |||
+ | * Superstructure vulnerable to gold shells. | |||
* Inferior speed and traverse than a regular Jagdtiger, despite the lighter gun | * Inferior speed and traverse than a regular Jagdtiger, despite the lighter gun | |||
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8,8 cm Pak 43 Jagdtiger
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9,000 Cost |
1500300 HP Hit Points |
69.68/74.8522.18/74.85 t Weight Limit |
- Commander
- Radio Operator
- Driver
- Gunner
- Loader
- Loader
700700 hp Engine Power |
38/16 km/h Speed Limit |
3232 deg/s Traverse |
10.0531.56 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
YesYes Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
AP/APCR/HE
AP/APCR/HE Shells |
252/4400/252
252/4400/252 Shell Cost |
240/240/295240/240/295 HP Damage |
212/237/44212/237/44 mm Penetration |
r/m ▲
11.76 r/m Standard Gun ▲
11.76 Rate of Fire Standard Gun |
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Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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2822.4 Standard Gun ▲
Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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2822.4 Damage Per Minute Standard Gun |
m ▲
0.31 m With 50% Crew: 0.384 m ▲
0.31 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.384 m |
s 1.8 s 1.8 Aim time |
2626 deg/s Gun Traverse Speed |
20° Gun Arc |
-7°/+15°-7°/+15° Elevation Arc |
6868 rounds Ammo Capacity |
2020 % Chance of Fire |
m 390 m 390 View Range |
m 710 m 710 Signal Range |
Additional Statistics
(Top Configuration)
Camouflage
- Stationary: 10.9%
- When Moving: 6.6%
- When Firing: 2.6%
Terrain Resistance
- On Hard Ground: 0.96
- On Medium Ground: 1.44
- On Soft Ground: 2.3
Dispersion Change Values
- Turret Contribution
- Rotation: 0.08
- Shot Recoil: 2.88
- Suspension Contribution
- Acceleration: 0.17
- Turning: 0.17
With 100% Crew
VIII
9000
The 8,8 cm Pak 43 Jagdtiger is a German tier 8 premium tank destroyer.
In 1945, the production order for the Jagdtiger was increased, and the supply of compatible guns became insufficient. As a result, approximately 20 vehicles were equipped with the 8,8 cm PaK 43 L/71 gun.
This Tank Destroyer is a formidable opponent on the battlefield as its main gun has excellent accuracy and an extremely high rate of fire for this tier (5.5 second reload). At long range situations, with the vulnerable glacis plate hidden and the robust superstructure exposed, this Tank Destroyer can become a nightmare for equal tiers to penetrate. Its Tier IX Cousin the Jagdtiger has better mobility and firepower but this tank has a formidable rate of fire. Unfortunately you share the Jagdtiger's weaknesses too which is the vulnerable glacis plate and very weak side and rear armor. Keep at long range, avoid close combat, aim for the weakspots and you can be the deciding factor in the game.
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 | 8,8 cm Pak 43 L/71A | 212/237/44 | 240/240/295 | 11.76 | 0.31 | 1.8 | 2562 | 112180 |
Tier | Engine | Engine Power (hp) |
Chance of Fire on Impact (%) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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VII | Maybach HL 230 P30 | 700 | 20 | 1200 | 36000 |
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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VIII | Jagdtiger 8,8 | 74.85 | 32 | 0 | 18000 | 28100 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Very strong superstructure
- Precise gun that hits weakspots well
- Outstanding reload time and consequently DPM (2666 dpm base)
- Ability to hull down
- Excellent aiming time
Cons:
- Slow traverse speed
- If "tracked" while going full speed, the momentum of such weight will turn the tank 90°, exposing its potentially thin sides.
- Poor Alpha damage - can not compete with "peek-a-boo" tactics, and most halfway decent players won't just sit and let you sho
- Lower glacis plate is a known weakspot, though it is thicker than Tiger II's and Jagdtiger's
- Side armor is weak
Performance
Having a very armoured superstructure, an accurate gun with high ROF and decent maneuverability, the Jagdtiger 88 is a deadly tank that can easily burn down many of the tanks with extreme DPM. Most shots from tanks you face will harmlessly bounce off your upper front plate and superstructure, but your sides are very weak and your turning ability is limited. With all these in mind, tactics with this tank should change over the course of the match.
When the match begins, you should use your accurate gun to snipe the enemy, helping your flank thin out the enemies. Considering that most tanks of this tier have low rates of fire, your high ROF may provide the additional firepower necessary for your allied tanks to overwhelm the opposition. Be careful of areas with multiple shooting angles - your front may face an enemy, but your sides may face another flank!
If your team is gaining the upper hand and the enemies' numbers are thinning out, you can start pushing your flank with support. Based on previous observations of enemy positions, angle your tank to ensure that all potential fire will hit your front or bounce off your sides. Attack enemy tanks to draw shots, which will expose them to your allies, allowing you and your team to swiftly dispose of them.
If your flank is collapsing, pull back and use your high ROF to hold enemies off. Be sure to hide your lower front plate as it is very weak. Hopefully, more tanks will come to reinforce your flank, and your opponents will be weak enough to be easy pickings for your team. If such a flank is a short drive away, do not be afraid to go back and hold it - such occasions are where this tank shines, and a good defense can net 3000+ damage, several destroyed enemy topdogs and a resecured flank.
Weakspot shooting is mandatory in this tank, as 203mm may not cut it on tier IX and some tier VIII opponents. Drivers of this tanks should get familiar with where to shoot on most opponents for damage. The accuracy and rate of fire will handle the rest. Reliably detracking enemies is also essential, as the gun fires faster than the speed at which a 100% crew with 100% repair can repair the track for most tanks. Not only can this save you from flankers, but it can also earn you "damage on detrack" bonuses on tanks that you cannot reliably penetrate from your side.
At all times, be wary of SPGs. Tier 7 and above SPGs can end your tank in a single hit, especially if you expose your flat side armor to them. Your large size and slow speed make you an arty magnet, and with the potential for top tier SPGs in 8.6, this is an even worse issue. In addition, the lower glacis is very weak and should be hidden - hull-down tactics or a large rock may suffice to protect it. Tier 9 tanks, along with the T34 and tier 8 tank destroyers, can easily crack your upper front plate and even your superstructure. If you find yourself in a battle tier 9 match, switch to a purely supportive role.
All in all, this tank has one of the best credit earning potentials of the tier 8 premiums. Use your gun to chip away at enemies, and you will earn a lot from driving this tank.
Suggested Equipment
Gallery
Historical Info
Historical Gallery
Historical Accuracy Errata
The Jagdtiger's actual top speed is 34 km/h. However, despite mounting a lighter gun than the tier IX Jagdtiger's 12,8 cm Pak L/66, its top speed is only 28 km/h.