The popular MMO called World of Tanks has long and firmly entered the life of an experienced gamer. The toy has an impressive number of cars of various eras and nations. More recently, Wargaming developers have added a Czech tank branch. It is a machine that was developed in Czechoslovakia. The most prominent representative of high-quality equipment from the Czechs is the Skoda T-25 medium tank. He has characteristics that stand out from his classmates. Let's analyze this tank in more detail.
The story of a real prototype
The original tank was developed at a time when Czechoslovakia was occupied by the Germans (1941-1942). The leadership of the Wehrmacht set the engineers of the plant to develop a medium machine that could compete with the Soviet T-34. The base of the second “Tiger” with some modifications was taken as the basis of the new tank. From its "cat" ancestor, the "Skoda T-25" inherited only the tower advanced forward. All other characteristics were insolently copied from the T-34. The developers planned to equip the new tank with a 500-liter engine. With such an aggregate, the prototype could easily accelerate to 60 kilometers per hour.
This tank in all respects could become a worthy opponent for the T-34. But in 1942, the development of the machine was frozen. A more priority for the Wehrmacht was the development of the Panther. Nevertheless, the "Tiger 2" with an instrument from the Skoda was a very real prototype. By the way, according to the plans of engineers, the tank was supposed to have a drum-type magazine with a capacity of three charges. Another objective was to reduce the recharge time. Plant engineers honorably completed this task. The Czechoslovak medium tank had every chance of life. If they let him out.
Characteristics T-25
As for the virtual world of tanks, here the Skoda T-25 has a completely different prototype: a German tank of the fifth level with the same marking T-25. They are almost twins, but the Skoda is slightly better. The Czechoslovak T-25 has a number of advantages that make its use very comfortable. For example, it is surprisingly maneuverable and fast for a medium tank. According to this parameter, it most likely refers to light models. However, according to penetration and time of information - this is a purebred "average". The drum system of the store is good for sending a classmate to the hangar. But against heavy tanks, the Skoda T-25 is practically powerless.
Now let's move on to the shortcomings. The weak point of the tank is very weak armor. Even tanks of previous levels can easily penetrate it, despite the fact that this is the middle class. But this is only the tip of the iceberg. For a long time, information can play a very bad joke. Since this is not a Soviet tank, it’s not worth counting on a shot from the “top” (without information). In the meantime, “Skoda” will be reduced, you may well be sent to the hangar. Especially when you consider that the modules of the tank are "shouting" with a bang. And this is another drawback. If the crew hasn’t pumped out repair, write it is gone. Tank "Skoda T-25" requires a special strategy. But if you learn to "ride" on it, then you will not be equal.
Strategy game for Skoda
Unfortunately, there is no stable strategy for every battle. The player will have to improvise and adapt to the opponent's playing style. The main task of the owner of this tank is to break through the flank. But here it is necessary to take into account the very weak armor and light crippling of the ammunition and engine. Particularly terrible for this machine are self-propelled guns and tank destroyers. So getting into the light and facing the front of the nose is highly discouraged. It is advisable to fight from shelter, because in an open battle the car will not last long. However, the Skoda is still a good tank that deserves attention.
The combination of tactics and combat strategies, the use of terrain features, maneuverable and high-speed qualities of the machine - this is the answer to the question of how to play the Skoda T-25. Experienced tank guides are able to quickly calculate the strengths and weaknesses of the tank. We note that three Skoda tanks can easily be dismantled for spare parts and sent to the enemy’s hangar at a much higher level. So it makes sense to ride a platoon consisting of a T-25.
Tank equipment
The trouble is that the "stock" (standard) equipment on the Skoda T-25 is notorious for its wretchedness. The stock gun is physically incapable of breaking through, and reloads and reduces for a very long time. The turning speed of the stock tower is also not enough. And there is nothing to dream about the cherished 50 kilometers per hour with a stock engine and suspension. There is only one way out: earn experience and pump the tank as quickly as possible. For as standard it is simply disgusting.
The top gun is capable of reloading very quickly. But do not forget about the time information. It is much longer than the recharge time. Even the guns of the highest level. So you need to skillfully combine these features for a successful game. "Skoda T-25", a guide on which can be found in the article, is actually not so simple. Therefore, rely on the statements of incomprehensible "miracle tankers" is not worth it.
Crew abilities
The Skoda T-25 is a good tank, but it requires an appropriately trained crew. Without this, there is even nothing to rely on to effectively conduct the battle on this machine. For the commander, the sixth sense, combat fraternity and repair are necessary skills. By the way, repair is a must for all crew members. This is a very useful skill, given that the tank is almost completely cardboard and criticized. Its effectiveness depends on the speed of repair of a damaged module.
The remaining crew members, in addition to the repair already mentioned, should have the following characteristics. For the driver, it’s a brotherhood and camouflage, for the gunner, the same thing. And the exact same kit for the radio operator. All this will help to make the car even more efficient. Disguise is very useful because the tank has a noticeable high body and can be easily detected. Masking noticeably reduces the risk of detection. A battle fraternity reduces the cooldown. Also a very useful option.
Comparison with other tanks
Of the classmates in terms of technical parameters, the Czechoslovak T-25's obvious competitors are a German tank of the same name, the second Tiger and Skoda T-24. Consider these tanks in more detail. Among them there are well-known models, the names of which are well-known to everyone, and very modest prototypes that have not even reached serial production.
German T-25
The T-25 from the Wehrmacht has almost the same characteristics as the Czech. That's just the speed and maneuverability is much worse. If you are opposed to just such a tank, and you are at the Skoda, then the best strategy is to constantly move. Then the German T-25 will be practically powerless. But you should not get into the zone of his aimed shot. He is able to destroy the Czech T-25 with two shots.
Tiger 2
"Tiger 2" has much greater penetration power, more powerful armor, but maneuverability and speed are useless. However, if you substitute under his gun, then your Skoda is the end. Lushe fight with the "Tigers", being in safe shelter. So more likely to confront them. However, it is not always possible to escape from the Tiger. The family of cat tanks is not just called legendary.
Skoda T-24
T-24 is not an enemy at all. Its characteristics are an order of magnitude lower than that of the T-25 (especially the pumped one). Therefore, you should not pay attention to these models in battle. It’s better to focus on a stronger opponent. A tank called the T-24 from Czechoslovakia does not have such good maneuverability and speed. The armor is generally cardboard, the gun is weak. Even a pumped crew will not save him. T-25 for 24 models - certain death.
Conclusion
We examined the Czechoslovak sixth-level medium tank Skoda T-25. The guide to using this machine is somewhat complicated, but if you comprehensively study the strengths and weaknesses of this tank, then it can be used as successfully as possible. In the hands of an experienced tank commander, this machine is a formidable weapon that can disable not only its classmates, but also tanks of a higher level.