8,8 cm Pak 43 Jagdtiger
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8,8 cm Pak 43 Jagdtiger
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[Client Values; Actual values in
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 |
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 and a slightly better hull traverse which renders it superior in movement. 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
- Extremely precise gun that easily hits weakspots
- Outstanding reload time, RoF and DPM
- 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
- Engine gets easily damaged
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.
At all times, be wary of SPGs. Tier 7 and above SPGs will end your tank in a single hit. Your large size and slow speed make you an arty magnet. 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 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
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Historical Info
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