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FV229 Contender U.K.

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Historical Reference

A heavy coastal defense tank developed in the late 1950s as part of a corresponding program. It was chiefly designed for effective defense against the Soviet Army, which was expected to land on the English Channel shore during wartime. The tank was planned to be equipped with a double-barreled gun system able to cause guaranteed damage to light LSTs and amphibious vehicles, as well as fight tanks on the coast. Its armor, in turn, was supposed to ensure protection not only from tank ammunition but also from naval artillery supporting the landing. The project remained in blueprints.

Nation U.K. U.K.
Tier Tier IX
Type Heavy Tank Heavy Tank
Cost Credits 3,600,000 Experience 160,000
Role Versatile Heavy Tank Versatile Heavy Tank

Crew

Crew Member Commander

Commander

Radio Operator

Crew Member Gunner
Crew Member Driver
Crew Member Loader
Crew Member Loader

Siege Mode

When activated, this special mode increases and/or changes certain battle parameters. Best activated when in position and ready to engage the enemy.

Salvo Fire Mode

When activated, this special mode offers double damage and increases and/or changes certain battle parameters. Best used in close-range encounters.

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UPGRADES

Upgrades are a unique mechanic for Tier XI vehicles that allow you to further enhance a vehicle's characteristics.

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Modules

Characteristics

Firepower

HP Damage Damage at 50 m
mm Armor Penetration
HP/min Damage per Minute
pcs Ammo Capacity

Mobility

t Weight
hp Engine Power
hp/t Specific Power
deg/s Traverse Speed

Survivability

HP Hit Points
/ / mm Hull Armor
/ / / / mm Turret Armor
s Suspension repair time

Spotting

m View Range
m Signal Range

Characteristics are specified for vehicles with crews trained to 100%.

Tech Tree

FV227 Conceiver 2,700,000 110,000 Heavy Tank VIII
FV229 Contender 3,600,000 160,000 Heavy Tank IX
FV230 Canopener 6,100,000 230,000 Heavy Tank X
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