KV-2 - the most favorite heavy tank fans of the game World of Tanks. No, it is not so powerful and efficient, but it’s excellent, just excellent, suitable for entertainment and fun. This tank appeared in the game from the very beginning of the creation of the main game client and so far no one has removed it from the hangar, gradually rolling it out onto the battlefields. The tank is quite difficult to manage, therefore, to understand exactly how to play it, it is better to study the KV-2 guide, which will allow you to study not only the main characteristics of the tank, but also understand what its strengths and weaknesses are. But you should learn the main point in advance - the effectiveness in battle does not depend on your tank and its characteristics, but on your ability to correctly assess the situation and make the right decisions. Indeed, it is precisely one's own perception of the situation that allows one to find a way out of even the most difficult situation and at the same time to win. To understand how to play KV-2, you need to keep in mind all the indicators of the tank and at the same time remember to always deviate into tactics and team play, only this approach allows you to achieve victory.
General tank information
Tank KV-2 is at the 6th level of development of the Soviet branch of tanks. This unit has a TT class (heavy tank) and serves mainly to suppress enemy forces. Regarding the real prototype, this tank existed and took an active part in real combat battles. It was known as the “impenetrable giant” and instilled fear into the enemy’s enemy forces. The tank is primarily known for its high-explosive weapons and strong armor. The game has a fairly wide application, but at the fan level.
Tank characteristics
The KV-2 tank is a pumped vehicle, which indicates its variability in relation to its characteristics. At first, the tank does not show very well due to a weak gun and engine. But if you pump it to the top component, then there you can already test all its strengths. For KV-2, performance plays an important role in personal effectiveness. Knowing all the nuances and indicators of your steel machine, you can achieve incredibly high results in battles.
So, regarding the indicators themselves (top-end equipment):
- strength - 860 units;
- weight - 61 tons;
- review - 330 meters;
- communication range - 440 meters;
- maximum speed - 15 km \ h;
- turn - 18 0 ;
Booking rates:
- mm body (forehead / sides / stern): 75-75-50;
- mm tower (forehead / sides / stern): 75/75/70;
Crew skills and equipment
After we reviewed the KV-2 at the World of Tank, it’s worth paying attention to an equally important part: the equipment and skills of the crew.
To complete the equipment it is best to use:
- small repair kit;
- fire extinguisher;
- a small first-aid kit.
As additional equipment:
- rammer;
- stabilizer;
- improved ventilation.
How to play on KV-2? It is this alignment that will allow you to conduct an effective game at medium distances and have a chance to get out alive after head-on collisions. Again, everything will depend on the guns, which we will consider a little later.
In the meantime, it is worth considering a set of skills for the crew (in the order of their study):
Commander: light bulb, repair, battle fraternity, jack of all trades, aquiline eye;
Gunner: repair, smooth turning of the tower, battle fraternity, master gunsmith, vindictive;
Driver-mechanic: repair, king of impassability, fighting brotherhood, virtuoso, smooth running.
Radio operator: repair, radio interception, brotherhood, inventor, repeater.
Charger: repair, contactless ammunition, brotherhood, camouflage, fire fighting.
Charger: repair, desperate, battle fraternity, camouflage, fire fighting.
Comparison with other models
Having carefully studied the guide for the KV-2, which is described above, we can immediately conclude that the tank is a clear favorite among all similar level 5 models. Neither the French ARL 44, nor the German VK 36.01 (H), nor other tanks will be able to surpass it in power and efficiency. Unless his Soviet brother KV-1C is able to compete, but even then, here the success of the case is at the head, and we evaluate the power. Therefore, if you plan to actively ride at level 6, then the KV-2 will do just fine.
Weaknesses and Strengths
Considering the model of the KV-2 tank, one can immediately note its two weaknesses: overall dimensions and right angles of armor. This means that they will hit you often and in most cases will pierce your armor, despite impressive armor indicators. The weaknesses of the tank and its weak agility can be attributed to weaknesses, which does not allow using the style of active play.
But the strengths include: a high margin of safety, powerful tools and precision guns. Yes, regarding the guns, it's time to replenish the data for the KV-2, the guide simply can not do without data on the most important element of the tank.
The gun of the tank - 122 mm U-11:
- penetration - from 61 to 140 mm (average);
- damage - from 370 to 450 (average);
- rate of fire - 5.5 rounds per minute;
- mixing - 3 seconds.
The gun of the tank - 152 mm M-10:
- penetration - from 86 to 136 (on average);
- damage - from 700 to 910 (average);
- rate of fire - 2.5 rounds per minute;
- mixing - 4 seconds.
Gun - 107 mm ZiS-6:
- penetration - from 54 to 219 (average);
- damage - from 300 to 360 (average);
- rate of fire - 6, 2 shots per second;
- mixing - 3.4 shots.
For level 5, these are quite powerful tools that can be effectively used against higher levels. This is what the KV-2 is famous for compared to other level 5 tanks.
Tactical application
And now it’s worth finishing for the KV-2 guide. And that means it's time to consider the tactical use of the tank. Given that the KV-2 is a heavy tank with heavy armor and a powerful weapon, it is worth concluding that it is perfect for defending directions and suppressing enemy forces through support. That is, you can choose a direction, take cover and defend, or you can go on the attack in the second row and support your allies, firing at enemies who are trying to surround or go from the stern. It is this approach to the battle that will maximize the potential of the tank, which will achieve high results in battle. In addition, it is worth noting that the KV-2 often throws into fights with high levels, but do not worry. If you were thrown into such a battle, then you should immediately change tactics to the exclusive support of the allies. You will have to hide as much as possible in battle and conduct shelling of the enemy as much as possible. The gun will allow you to pierce their armor and inflict damage.
KV-2 - a grandiose level 5 combat vehicle that will appeal to any player. Yes, it is difficult to learn and not very convenient in battle, but it’s enough to play 20 battles - and you will already have the skills to get used to this tank, and this is already a success. After 100 battles, you will notice how good this tank is, and after 300 battles you will already have perfect command of it. So there is something to strive for. Have a good fight!