The developers of World of Tanks have repeatedly made gifts to fans of the game. Depending on significant events, tankers could receive pleasant surprises or promotional offers. When the company celebrated 2 years of the existence of its project, Type-62 was introduced in the game store, which many loved.
Now this tank is difficult to see in WoT. Usually he is in the hangar of those who have long been a regular game. Gamers enjoyed buying the Type-62. The tank became a favorite car, and therefore, developers later created an action in patch 0.9.3, thanks to which players were able to get the “Chinese" again.
Briefly about the main thing
"Tip-62", a guide for which all the famous water craftsmen did, was initially released at the sixth level. Now this light premium tank has become available at level 7. As mentioned earlier, it was possible to get it in the store or later, when performing combat missions.
Chinese tanks are not very original, so the "Type-62" was very similar to the famous "Type 59". The seven-level machine has a good overview and a gun, and, of course, is not without drawbacks.
To the past
Type-62, the guide on which we are now considering, was put into production after the Second World War. He came as an assistant to Tipu-59. Since the last tank is an average vehicle, it was necessary to create a lighter combat vehicle. Then the events in South China demanded to optimize the combat unit in order to overcome bridges with low carrying capacity.
So in 1958 the project "Type 59-16" appeared. Five years later, a light version called Type-62 was launched. The characteristics of the machine remained almost unchanged, with only one small detail: they were simplified to reduce weight. The main objective of the new tank was the fighting in the swampy and mountainous terrain.
In Game
The tankers had many reasons to buy a Type-62. The vehicle’s overview is 390 meters, and when purchasing additional modules, a significant amount of damage could be revealed during the whole game. Although of course there were questions for this firefly.
If anyone doubted the Type-62 tank - whether it is worth taking, is there an analogue - still its main advantage was that it was a premium LT. You do not need to pump it, but in battle he brought more credits. Also, without loss, it was possible to transplant the crew and pump it 50% faster. In general, Type 62, despite its shortcomings, would take its rightful place in the hangar of any player.
TTX
Well-known tankers have done reviews on the Type-62. For all the time its performance characteristics have not changed. Armor, like any light tank, can not be found here, only 45/30/20 mm. Weight LT - 5 thousand kilograms.
The gun on the fighting vehicle in the game is one, since this is a premium option. Penetration of the tank 145/220/43 mm, while in a minute he can inflict almost 2 thousand damage. In ammunition 47 rounds, they can shoot almost 11 pieces per minute.
An engine with a capacity of 430 horsepower develops sufficient speed, although players sometimes complained about slow acceleration. There were also problems with turns. Usually from LT expect more maneuverability.
Disadvantages and advantages
Like any tank in the game, the Type-62 has its drawbacks and advantages. The main thing is the correct use of the machine in battle. Of the advantages, it can be noted that the tank "sees" well, has a lot of HP, and shoots gold shells well. He also has a high rate of fire, which is why it has a certain versatility in battle. As mentioned earlier, with a successful outcome of the battle and a fairly productive battle, the machine will bring you a lot of credits and experience, both free and for pumping the crew.
The following disadvantages relate in principle to all LTs. This is the "cardboard" of the tank, which does not allow close combat, and it is possible to be destroyed from one high-explosive shell. Despite the fact that the Type-62 is a light tank, its dimensions were large, so hiding is not always easy.
Unsuccessful place was taken by tanks, increasing the likelihood of fires. The situation is the same with the combat unit, which is easy to shout. And when conducting an active battle, there will be a problem with the IOC, which are small here.
Crew training
How to pump the crew, the player decides for himself. But given that, most likely, you will use officers from another "Chinese", it is better to choose universal skills - "Repair" and "Sixth Sense". This should be a priority, as the firefly needs to understand when it is in the light, and when it can continue to conduct a survey from the bushes.
Next, you can select “Eagle Eye” to see even more, “Virtuoso” to shirk from the place of detection, “Smooth turret turn” to stabilize shots and “Contactless ammunition” to be criticized as little as possible. Finally, it’s best for everyone to get a “Disguise”.
Additional improvements
Before you learn how to play Type-62, you need to fully prepare the tank for battle. And for this, it should be decided what to collect in equipment, equipment and ammunition.
So, the best equipment to assemble universal - repair kit, first aid kit and fire extinguisher. If you invest in the game, you can take gold consumables. Here it all depends on the capabilities of the player.
The ammunition should contain the largest number of armor-piercing shells, for example 34 pieces, you can take dozens of cumulatives - this is in case you encounter an impenetrable TT, and finally a couple of HEs to bring down the capture or finish off the enemy.
With equipment, the situation is more complicated: it all depends on what tactics of the battle you choose. For an active game, you need to buy improved ventilation, a vertical stabilizer and reinforced drives. Thus, you can attack on the go and miss less.
To play in the help of ST, you need to buy a rammer, a vertical stabilizer and brightened optics. Thus, you will help shine the enemy, but do not forget about the attack.
The Type 62 is also good at passive reconnaissance. To do this, we not only download the “Disguise” crew, but also acquire a camouflage net, a stereo tube and improved ventilation. Thus, we stand in the bushes and drink tea while the allies fight.
There is a variant of universal tactics in which you can be both the initiator and the support, and at the same time stand behind the allies. We need all the same improved ventilation to increase the performance characteristics, a stabilizer so that the spread of shells decreases when moving, and, finally, enlightened optics to see further and more than anyone else.
To battle
So, you bought everything you need. You can go into battle. As you already understood, the tactics of the game are quite "floating". "Type-62" can become a universal fighter or play a role.
If you are a lazy person, then passive intelligence is the best option for you. We began in the bushes, activated the camouflage net and stood. The outcome of such a battle can be completely different, and here really it all depends on the team. If everything goes well, you will be able to perform LBZ on the backlight. You can also not have time to look around, as the whole team is in the hangar.
Active combat can also bring both defeat and victory. Allies may not have time to understand you, as you are already rushing in the middle of the field and taking damage from everyone: friends and foes. You need to be able to play actively. This is a consistent tactic, despite its name. Here you need to know where to play aggressively, and where, on the contrary, slow down.
Best played as a universal machine. Somewhere to stop and highlight the allies, somewhere to help the ST dismantle the heavy, somewhere to break ahead and destroy the sweeping LT on their own.
Reviews
As you already know, a tank cannot be bought at an official store or received for completing tasks. Players suggest that he may again appear as a reward for promotional battles.
Those who repeatedly went into battle on the "Type-62" often complain about many shortcomings. For someone, every fifth battle ends in a fire or the criterion of an ammunition depot, someone comes across against the TT and cannot cope with them.
Experienced tankers believe that, despite the premium vehicle, shooting cumulative, you still go into the red. Therefore, it is better to purchase premium as well, in order to receive optimal income on average in battle.