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War Thunder: When Is Low Tier Getting Fixed? (Workarounds)
Short answer
No confirmed fix yet. Players suggest: And no MOST the time I shoot them it works because I know where to shoot them..
How to fix it
Avoid frontal shots on heavy Russian tanks – KV series, T‑34 series, T‑50 and SU‑122 are especially hard to penetrate from the front at low tiers. Try to maneuver to the sides or rear before opening fire.
Mark and stay away from enemy scouts – If you see a 37 mm M5 A1 or similar light tank, place a marker on it and keep distance. These units can spot you and call in heavy Russian tanks that will quickly close the gap.
Aim for known weak spots –
- On KV‑type tanks, the lower glacis, rear hull and engine deck are the most vulnerable.
- On SU‑122, the rear and the top of the gun mantlet take damage more easily.
- On T‑34 and T‑50, the thin side armor and the gunner’s cupola are the best targets.
Prioritise crew members – Shooting the gunner first can disable the enemy’s ability to aim, making it easier to finish the tank.
Use British tanks’ penetration advantage – British low‑tier tanks generally have guns that can pierce Russian armor at the same BR. Focus fire with British vehicles on the side or rear of the Russian tanks to exploit this edge.
Flank whenever possible – If you can get around the enemy’s side or rear, you’ll have a much higher chance of dealing damage. Keep moving to avoid getting “stomped” by bushes or other terrain that can block your line of sight.
Stay aware of terrain – Bushes and other cover can hide enemy tanks. Scan the surroundings frequently and don’t let hidden KV/T‑34s ambush you.
If it still doesn’t work
- Keep practicing the weak‑spot locations until they become second nature.
- Pair up with teammates who can provide suppressing fire while you maneuver to a better angle.
- Experiment with different low‑tier tanks to find one whose gun penetration matches the Russian armor you face most often.
What players reported
Russian teams dominating every match due to the KV series, T-34 series, T-50 and SU-122 being undertiered. My 2.0-2.7 BR tanks having no possible way of penning a KV series or SU-122 frontally is just awful balancing. The T-34 and T-50 having super small weak spots and Russian bias is too difficult too. Just had a match where these tanks along with bushes stomped our team as we had no reliable…
What players suggest
Yeah this is more of a new to game issue.. One you can get Russians on both teams now. Two what are you using a 37mm M5a1 scout? Because you should be marking those and getting the hell away from the kv unless your flanking or tracking it. And no MOST the time I shoot them it works because I know where to shoot them.. And clearly you know ♥♥♥♥ all about USSR Gaijin made it so germans tear them…
I main Brits but... low tier Brits have generally good guns, thats not the issue (Issue is the damage they do but thats another story...) Brits reliably penetrate anything Russians can offer, and don't really have much issue when they are uptiered. Hell the reserve Brits still can do alright when thrown a full 2BRs above. Have to target the gunner first though, or try and take the breach out…
penning armor at flat angles is one thing and wiggling/angled KV is another, not to mention random track volumetrics, fuel tanks eating shells and all the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ gaijin can throw at you, considering you play against KV/T-34s every match at that BR people get frustrated especially if they arent experienced enough on KV side if you keep your enemy on the corner of your tank, lock the turret and…
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Source: original Steam Community discussion. Quotes are shortened; all credit goes to the posters.