War Thunder

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▶️Tactics: Centauro Family The Centauro wheeled tanks have become one of the most recognizable symbols of Italy’s modern defense industry. These fast vehicles, packed with advanced technology, first appeared in the early 1990s and are still considered among the best in their class. In War Thunder, they pull double duty as scouts and MBT hunters, and they do both jobs exceptionally well. Today, we’ll show you how to make the most of their potential on the battlefield.

▶️Export Leopards The end of the Cold War and the collapse of the Soviet Union came as an unpleasant surprise for the defense industries of many countries. Former Soviet republics inherited large amounts of outdated military equipment, along with a pile of ambitious projects that were no longer affordable. Western states, meanwhile, entered the new reality with oversized armies. Their arsenals were packed with vehicles built for a global conflict that, fortunately, never happened.

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▶️155 mm, all’Italiana The Italian tech tree has recently received its own self-propelled howitzer. Meet the Palmaria, built on the chassis of the OF-40 main battle tank.

🖼Chameleon Thunder

😄Thunder Show: UFO STRIKE We’re making the show together with you, our players!

💅40 New User-Created Camouflages in the Heavy Cavalry Trophy! A major update has arrived, bringing with it a namesake trophy containing camouflage coupons created by the WT Live community. Inside, you’ll find a wide range of new camouflages for vehicles featured in recent events and the Heavy Cavalry major update, making it a perfect opportunity to deck out your newly acquired machines! The trophy also offers a chance to obtain coupons for rare vehicles and a unique decal. 🎁Contents of the Heavy Cavalry trophy: ▪️Coupons for rare vehicles ▪️19 camouflage coupons for ground vehicles ▪️17 camouflage coupons for aircraft ▪️2 camouflage coupons for naval vessels ▪️2 camouflage coupon for helicopters ▪️A coupon for the Heavy Cavalry decal ➡️TO THE MARKET ➡️LEARN MORE

🇺🇸July 4th: Discounts, Rewards & Rare Vehicles for the US 250th Anniversary! July 4th marks the anniversary of the United States of America! The country’s independence was proclaimed by signing the world-famous Declaration of Independence in 1776. July 4th 2026 marks the 250th anniversary, and we join in on the congratulations with discounts and various rewards for playing in battles! 🛍50% discount on US vehicles! When: From July 3rd (11:00 GMT) until July 6th (11:00 GMT). Where: USA > Aviation / Army > Premium vehicles. ▪️M26E1 (Rank IV) for 3,740 Golden Eagles The M26E1 is an experimental variant of the M26 medium tank, featuring a more powerful cannon than the standard M26 with better ballistics and higher penetration. The reload is slightly slower than the regular M26, but the improved performance more than makes up for it, allowing the M26 to be played effectively almost anywhere. ▪️F-86F-35 (Rank V) for 4,635 Golden Eagles The F-86F-35 sports a unique American flag-themed camouflage and a unique pilot model. Fast, maneuverable, and easy to fly, it is suitable for both air combat and ground-attack missions, capable of carrying two bombs or 16 rockets on its hardpoints. ▪️AV-8B (NA) (Rank VII) for 4,810 Golden Eagles The AV-8B (NA) is an upgraded version of the AV-8B Harrier II attack aircraft, featuring the NAVFLIR forward-looking infrared system, night-vision goggle compatibility, and updated avionics with multifunction displays (MFDs). The “NA” in its designation stands for “Night Attack”. Its targeting system enables the guidance of a wide range of air-to-ground missiles and precision-guided bombs. ❗️The AV-8B (NA) is returning for purchase and will be available after the promotion ends at the full price of 9,620 Golden Eagles. The other vehicles are available only during the promotion. 🛍Rare vehicles in the Gaijin Store! 🏪When: From July 3rd (11:00 GMT) until July 10th (11:00 GMT). The XM1 (Chrysler) and USS Bennion packs, as well as a bundle containing both vehicles, are available to purchase at a special price in the Gaijin store. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to acquire these extremely rare vehicles! ➡️XM1 (Chrysler) Pack ▪️XM1 (Chrysler) (Rank VI, USA) ▪️Premium account for 15 days ▪️2000 Golden Eagles 🔫The XM1 (Chrysler) (USA, Rank VI) is a prototype of the M1 Abrams MBT. This fast and maneuverable tank is perfect for bold, aggressive gameplay. It’s equipped with a thermal imager and a laser rangefinder, while its internal layout and the strategic placement of the ready-rack ammunition enhance the vehicle’s survivability. ➡️USS Bennion Pack ▪️USS Bennion (Rank III, USA) ▪️Premium account for 15 days ▪️2000 Golden Eagles 🛳USS Bennion (USA, Rank III) is a destroyer named after a captain who died at Pearl Harbor. The vessel distinguished itself in battles against the Japanese fleet in the Pacific theater. Its main armament of five 127mm guns is capable of taking on many enemy vessels, while 40 mm bofors and 20 mm Oerlikon anti-aircraft autocannons stand ready to defend both the Bennion and its allies from air attacks. 🦅"Made in USA" Bundle ▪️XM1 (Chrysler) Pack ▪️USS Bennion Pack ▪️Unique title: "Made in USA" ❗️Purchase any American pack on all platforms during this promotion and receive the unique “Founding Snail” decal! ⭐️Play US vehicles to earn some rewards! When: From July 3rd (11:00 GMT) until July 6th (11:00 GMT). Play with US ships, aircraft or ground vehicles to get yourself a decal, ship flag and two camouflages! You can track task progress by clicking on your nickname → Achievements → US Independence Day.

⚔️Asymmetrical battles await you in the "Advance" event! We’d like to invite you to participate in the "Advance" event! An asymmetrical battle where one team must capture all the points on the map, while the other defends them. Capturing key points decides the outcome of the battle, and familiar locations are revisited in a new tactical perspective. 🏪From July 3rd (11:00 GMT) to July 6th (11:00 GMT), look for "Advance" in the "Events and Tournaments" tab. ❓How the event works ▪️The event takes place in Arcade and Realistic Battles on the "Port Novorossiysk," "Maginot Line," and "Volokolamsk.” maps. ▪️Each point belongs to the defending team at the time of activation. ▪️The points are activated sequentially, one at a time. After the attackers capture the current point, the next one is activated. ▪️The capture points alternate in their functionality: A, C, and E (key points) are small in size but take a long time to capture; B and D (intermediate points) completely cover the defenders' previous spawn zone, making them much larger in size than the key points, but they are captured significantly faster. After capturing an intermediate point, a new spawn point becomes available for the attackers to attack the next key point, while the previous spawn point is disabled. ▪️Capturing the last key point (E) or eliminating all defenders results in victory for the attackers. ▪️Holding the points for the duration of the mission or eliminating all attacking players results in victory for the defending team. ▪️The number of respawns per player is limited and differs between the defending and attacking teams. ▪️The maximum number of players per team is not the same. ▪️Respawning in ground vehicles in Realistic Battles does not require Respawn Points, however respawning in aircraft does. ▪️Repeated respawns are available, without requiring a backup vehicle. ‼️Event Features ▪️To queue for the event, you need ground vehicles with a Battle Rating of 4.7–5.7. ▪️Vehicles with a Battle Rating of 3.7–5.7 are allowed in the battle itself — meaning you can add lower-BR vehicles to your lineup. 😲And finally, Attack the D point!