Centurion Mk. I
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Centurion Mk. I
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[Client Values; Actual values in
2,350,000 Cost |
1350370 HP Hit Points |
42.36/4322.73/48 t Weight Limit |
- Commander
- Gunner
- Driver
- Loader (Radio Operator)
600750 hp Engine Power |
50/20 km/h Speed Limit |
3436 deg/s Traverse |
14.1633 hp/t Power/Wt Ratio |
YesYes Pivot |
// mm Hull Armor |
127/76.2/76.2254/88.9/88.9 mm Turret Armor |
AP/APCR/HE
AP/APCR/HE Shells |
150/2800/75
680/4400/170 Shell Cost |
140/140/190230/230/280 HP Damage |
148/208/38226/258/42 mm Penetration |
r/m ▲
14.29 r/m Standard Gun ▲
8 Rate of Fire Standard Gun |
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Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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2000.6 Standard Gun ▲
Standard Gun
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Standard Gun
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1840 Damage Per Minute Standard Gun |
m ▲
0.34 m With 50% Crew: 0.421 m ▲
0.33 Accuracy With 50% Crew: 0.409 m |
s 1.9 s 2.3 Aim time |
3836 deg/s Turret Traverse |
360° Gun Arc |
-10°/+20°-10°/+18° Elevation Arc |
9665 rounds Ammo Capacity |
2020 % Chance of Fire |
m 380 m 400 View Range |
m 550 m 750 Signal Range |
VIII
2350000
The Centurion Mk. I is a British tier 8 medium tank.
Development of the Centurion started in 1943. The vehicle was designed as a "universal tank" to replace existing infantry and cruiser tanks. The Centurion was the first British vehicle that featured sloped armor plates. The tank entered service in 1947. A total of 100 vehicles of this series were manufactured from 1945 through 1946.
A notable step up from the Comet, featuring a great gun selection and still very agile, just like its predecessors, the Centurion Mk. I is a good tank for its tier. Although notably bulky and with spectacularly poor hull armor, it is quick on its feet and its 20-pounder gun features equally spectacular penetration and accuracy. It appears to have something of a weakness in that its ammunition rack and driver are both vulnerable to frontal hits. Fully upgraded though, it is a monster at long-range fighting and hill battles.
The Centurion Mk. I leads to the Centurion Mk. 7/1.
Modules / Available Equipment and Consumables
Modules
Tier | Suspension | Load Limit (т) |
Traverse Speed (gr/sec) |
Rmin | Weight (kg) |
Price ()
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VII | Centurion Mk. I | 43 | 34 | 0 | 10000 | 20200 | |
VIII | Centurion Mk. III | 48 | 36 | 0 | 10000 | 33000 |
Tier | Radio | Signal Range (m) |
Weight (kg) |
Price ()
| |
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VIII | WS No. 22 | 700 | 40 | 25000 | |
VIII | WS No. 19 Mk. III | 550 | 40 | 22000 | |
X | SR C42 | 750 | 40 | 54000 |
Compatible Equipment
Compatible Consumables
Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Fantastic gun selection
- Maneuverability and acceleration
- Second turret
Cons:
- Incredibly poor hull armor
- Low top speed
- Ammo rack is prone to damage
- Vulnerable to arty
Performance
Many would argue that it is with the Centurion Mk. I that the British mediums actually start to be able to compete. This tank is woefully under-armored on the hull, yet the guns it has access to somehow makes up for it - it has arguably the best gun complement of all Tier 8 medium tanks. Even the 17-pounder (which you may also get off the Black Prince) may be considered an adequate gun, with its higher DPM, provided that you can stand the low penetration.
The Centurion I is very much a long-range fighter, and thrives around hills while it hates city maps. The reasons for this are self-evident; it is large and bulky for a medium, has poor hull armor, poor camouflage, and is prone to module and crew damage. However, thanks to its amazing guns, gun depression and well-armored upgraded turret, it can make beautiful use of cover. Stock, you are going to have huge problems with performing if you do not already have the 17-pounder gun from the Black Prince. But when fully upgraded and properly handled, this tank can be a beast.
Early Research
- If possible, research the 17-pounder on the Black Prince before acquiring this tank
- Upgrade the suspension
- Research the second turret
- Get the OQF 20-pounder A
- Upgrade remaining modules
Suggested Equipment
Gallery
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