The T-28 is a popular Soviet tank that is featured in the World of Tanks game, well-known on the Internet. For most players, the car is a passing one, but this is due only to the fact that not everyone appreciates the abilities of this model. With skillful handling, the tank becomes a disaster for the enemy, so it is necessary to pay at least a little attention to the study of its capabilities.
Historical reference
In the 30s of the last century, the ground forces needed a tank that would be able to serve as a support for infantry breaking through specially fortified enemy flanks. Therefore, the government made the engineers of the design bureau, which was engaged in the design of tanks and tractors, an order to create technical documents for such a machine. To do this, S. A. Ginsburg, the person responsible for creating the new model, went to the UK to get acquainted with the project of British engineers and the already produced prototype of the Vickers tank.
Ginsburg's business trip was hardly likely to bring the desired result, since the British authorities did not want to share their latest developments and actually refused to sell one prototype of the Vickers, setting the price too high. Soviet engineers were not at a loss and set about creating a similar machine
Engineers working at the Military Technical Academy and at the Tank and Tractor Design Bureau took part in creating the layout. They created two independent projects by mid-summer 1931. The government commission preferred the project developed by the design bureau under the leadership of S. A. Ginzburg.
First prototype
The finished prototype of the T-28 tank, made of non-armored steel, was ready in May 1932. In the same month he was sent to a test site. After the first tests in August-September, the model was radically redesigned, and in October the first prototype was already created. Soon it was decided to launch the tank in mass production. The car was produced at the Leningrad Kirov Plant.
Pros and cons
The T-28 is a fourth-level Soviet tank, around which there are many disputes among players. The model has both a number of advantages and serious disadvantages. Nevertheless, it is a pretty high-quality car among similar tanks of this level.
The main disadvantage of this model is considered to be the level of armor, since it is quite small for both STs. The impressive size of the tank also hardly helps him successfully hide behind obstacles in order to avoid enemy bullets.
Despite the disadvantages, it has a number of serious advantages that compensate for the weak armor. An important advantage of the machine can be considered its speed and maneuverability, which will be useful in any style of play. The T-28 model is also pleasantly distinguished by a large assortment of guns, which allows you to use it for any role, for example, as support or as a universal tank that will keep the enemy team in suspense.
general information
Before we talk about installing modules, it should be noted right away that this tank can serve as a serious threat to opponents exclusively in top condition. In the stock configuration, the T-28 tank is capable of fighting only with tanks of lower levels and, in fact, is a pile of metal. Many gamers are trying to "slip" this model in order to get to the next, more powerful tanks as quickly as possible, which in experienced hands are capable of creating serious obstacles to the enemy.
Such an approach can hardly be called correct, if only considering the fact that the gameplay on this machine resembles a TT game, since this model is not only quite impressive in size, but also equipped with an excellent gun. Therefore, playing it is pleasant, and with each new module installed, it becomes more and more high-quality - and from a useless pile of metal it turns into serious firepower.
Learning Modules
Familiarity with this machine is recommended to start with the installation of a new F-32 gun with a caliber of 76 millimeters. Then you need to move on to the next F-30 cannon with a caliber of 85 millimeters. With the help of this weapon you can actively fight against TT, and you will have to fight them all the time. As for the chassis, it can be studied both before and after the guns, since new guns can also be installed on the stock chassis. Nevertheless, if your plans include the purchase of additional equipment or equipment, the installation of a top running gear is required. Moreover, this can slightly improve the maneuverability of a clumsy tank.
After installing a new chassis, we must proceed to the study of the engine, whose power reaches 500 horsepower. Thanks to this new module, the speed of the T-28 can increase to 45 kilometers / hour. As for a medium tank, which is similar in dynamics to a heavy one, this is a very good indicator. After installing the engine, it is recommended to pump the tower, which will not only add the amount of HP, but also improve the visibility.
Given that the Soviet ST is quite large, and its maneuverability leaves much to be desired, it is most rational to install a walkie-talkie in the last turn, because it still does not work to highlight enemy equipment on such a machine. As a result, even a beginner can understand how to play on the T-28 in order to inflict the maximum amount of damage to the enemy side.
Firefly
For this tank, there are two main types of tactics, the first of which is highlighting the enemy’s armored vehicles. Despite the fact that this machine is quite maneuverable and fast even compared to some ATs, it is not advisable to use a similar style of play - and there are several reasons for this at once.
Firstly, the T-28 has an impressive size, that is, even a player with experience will hardly be able to hide correctly, and because of the length of the hull, even not very experienced opponents will almost always fall, which will quickly make the firefly go into the hangar . Secondly, in addition to its impressive dimensions, the tank has another serious obstacle to the world - terrible armor. Besides the fact that any tank will be able to break through it, a still weak communication range will not allow a lot of "highlight".
Sniper
The second style of play on this tank can be called sniper. According to experienced players, it is with such tactics that opponents will understand that the Soviet machine can cause serious damage to their team. Even if you are thrown to heavy tanks, do not despair, the presence of an excellent gun will help to cope even with the most armored models.
The T-28 tank, the review of which makes it clear that this car is worthy of attention, can also act as a breakthrough tank in the role of a sniper. A powerful gun will allow the model to destroy enemy armored vehicles in a few shots. She is actually the main firepower of the team. This only proves that the Soviet machine in capable hands can cope with any enemy.
In the top
The tactics of the game also depend on in which part of the list the tank is located. If he is in the top, he can make good use of his main advantage - the gun. Despite this, one is not a warrior in the field, and the car will need the support of the team, since a well-functioning game of the enemy will quickly send the T-28 into the hangar due to its weak armor, dimensions and right angles of the hull. Therefore, climbing on the rampage is quite dangerous, you need to take cover and deal with opponents from a decent distance.
As for close combat, it is strictly contraindicated to enter into it, since the size of the tank and the low turning speed of the tower will not allow for aimed fire, but on the contrary, will only contribute to the fact that soon the car will be sent away, taking into account the main shortcomings of the T-28. World of tanks is a great game for using this kind of weapon, but nevertheless, you need to find shelter for the tank from which you can fire.
Golden mean
Often, the car is thrown into the middle of the list, which, although it reduces the potential damage inflicted, but does not interfere with destroying opponents one by one. The disadvantage here is that tanks of the 5th level will be present in the enemy team, which will very quickly cope with the Soviet ST. Therefore, the only possible tactic in this case is shooting from behind cover or from behind the backs of allied vehicles.
The end of the list is not a sentence.
If the tank takes one of the last places in the team, the role of supporting the leading vehicles falls on it. In this case, the T-28 top gun will not even scratch the enemy tops, so it is better to stay at the base, guarding the artillery and killing the enemy fireflies.
Ammunition and equipment
It is recommended to take 10-15 high-explosive high-explosive shells into battle , and occupy the remaining ammunition with armor-piercing shells. As for equipment, it is possible, although not necessary, to install a gun rammer, improved ventilation, and a camouflage net. Thus, it will be possible to conduct the most useful game on the T-28. The World of Tanks invites you to familiarize yourself with all the technical specifications in the Tank Studies section of the official website.
Conclusion
Despite the fact that most players prefer to quickly “pump” this car and get the next one, still you should not try to get rid of the tank, because the game on it is quite pleasant and not burdensome. The T-28 tank, whose photo clearly demonstrates the power of Soviet armored vehicles, was an important firepower, which the creators of the game transferred to the virtual battlefield.