USSR



The USSR was the fourth nation made available to play in World of Tanks on the Xbox. The first Russian vehicle, the T-127, was made available at launch in 2014, as a bonus to players who purchased both of the Founders' packs. The most significant feature of USSR tanks is their early implementation of armor sloping and rounding, as well as their devastating high-damage guns. They are also among the faster tanks of their tier and class. Almost all high tier Russian vehicles have at least one zone of nearly impenetrable armor, be it a pike nosed hull, casement, or rounded turret. These tanks are not without weaknesses, however. Many share characteristics of poor gun depression and handling, as well as a tendency to catch fire more easily than many of their competitors.

Russian tanks are recommended for new players, though many experienced players have success in them as well, due to their high skill ceiling. Their high-alpha guns and early introduction of armor sloping make them excellent for new players wishing to gain experience in game mechanics.