In the game World of Tanks, you can distinguish many fireflies that will bring the team victory. They are very different, but, despite their performance characteristics, they must provide assistance to the allies. One of those fireflies that can really decide the outcome of the game is the M41 Bulldog. Before we figure out how to play them, we learn its historical value.
Historical summary
As you know from the game, the M41 Bulldog tank belongs to light vehicles. He was born in the postwar period in America. Then the designers decided to replace the well-known M42 Chaffee. The new LT (light tank) was named in memory of the deceased General Walton Walker, who died in a car accident in the Korean War.
After designing the Bulldog was sent to the conveyor under the responsibility of the Cadillac Motor Car. The first copies came to the world in 1951. But in the early 60s, it was decided that the tank was not good enough, and they stopped releasing it. Despite such a verdict of the Americans, other countries exploited this machine, modifying it for themselves and their goals.
By the way, the M41 Bulldog turned out to be a rather “flexible” tank and, no matter how it was changed, it became better and better. For example, in 1953, the M41A1 modification came out, which was used in hostilities. The machine was different in that it increased ammunition by 8 shells. After 3 years, the next variation of the car came out - M41A2, then the engine was replaced, thereby increasing the tank’s power reserve.
In the 80s of the 20th century, Denmark, adopting an American LT, modernized it to the M41DK1, changing the engine and night vision devices. The M41D version was created for the troops of Taiwan, a new gun and various more modern instruments were installed.
The M41 tank was radically altered, resulting in self-propelled anti-aircraft mounts, howitzers, artillery mounts and even an armored personnel carrier.
Some countries use RT in our time. For example, Uruguay uses its modification of this tank, and China and Thailand had it in service as of 2007.
The performance characteristics of the game
In World of Tanks M41, the Bulldog Walker is a light tank of the seventh level of the US branch. Its price is 1 million 370 thousand silver. Health in RT - 860 units. Overview the tank has 380 m, and communication - 410 m. These indicators relate to the tank not pumped. When you pump the firefly completely, it will increase its health - up to 910 units. Also, the review will be 400 m, and communication - as much as 745 m.
Ammunition in the top leveling contains 65 shells and has damage 150/150/185. Rate of Fire - 13.95 rounds per min. These indicators, of course, depend on which weapon you choose. Just as the speed depends on the engine, and maneuverability - on the chassis.
Like other tanks, the M41 Bulldog has its advantages and disadvantages. A guide can tell only about the main minuses / pluses of the car, but you can only find the truth in battle. For each player, different aspects of the tank are important, and therefore, for one minus, for another it can be a plus. Nevertheless, in general terms, a good gun can be distinguished from the advantages, which can be chosen to your taste, excellent speed and dynamics, excellent aiming and review, as well as a good PDM.
Of the shortcomings, it is worth noting that this tank is “cardboard”, the cost of gold shells is unreasonably high. Often, the “Bulldog” explodes BC, and for LT it is quite large. Also, some players are unhappy with the long reload of the drum.
Where to punch?
The answer to this question, especially for experienced players, is obvious. Those who are "in the tank" should once again turn to the reservation of the car and its class. Recall that the M41 Bulldog Walker is a light tank that only survives due to its speed. This "cardboard" can save only the skill of the player to dodge shells. Anyone and from anywhere can flash LT. Therefore, it makes no sense to even talk about any specific places where this machine should be targeted. And if you are also lucky, you can safely charge a land mine.
What equipment to put and how to pump the crew?
Requires M41 "Bulldog" equipment depending on the tactics of the game. If you decide to be aggressive, then you need to recharge in accuracy and buy yourself a vertical stabilizer, enlightened optics and improved ventilation. If you want to be a real helper and choose an ambush tactic, buy reinforced aiming drives, a camouflage net and a stereo tube.
Also, for a better game, you will need to pump the crew, depending on your goals. It is best to pump in a light bulb and repair at first, then disguise, this is especially useful for ambush tactics. After that, you can already take the "Eagle Eye", "King of the impassability", "Desperate" and the smooth turn of the tower. Do not forget about the military fraternity.
How to play?
As you already understood, the question of how to play on the M41 “Bulldog Walker” suggests two answers. Aggressive tactics are best chosen by experienced players who can handle the control of the tank, know the weaknesses of the opponents, and in which case they will quickly make the right decision. Aggression to the tank gives its damage from the drum. An RT can easily pick up an adversary with one and a half thousand health units. Although, again, it is important to know where medium tanks and strands make their way.
Those who are just getting acquainted with light tanks should choose the position of ambush tactics. Thus, you may not do much damage, but guaranteed to shine on it. In addition, if your crew will be pumped into disguise, you can and quietly shoot from an ambush.
Reviews
Reviews about the tank are quite different. Someone liked it, someone the other way around. After several patches, the players began to complain that the tank was mercilessly nerfed. In addition, recently in the setup, at the beginning of the game, if you chose Bulldog, be prepared that you will become the only LT in the battle. Of course, this is not a reason to work out for the team, you can ride a drum tank for fun, but if you still play for the sake of victory, you will have to shine.
In addition, as mentioned earlier, players complain about the large size, because in addition to the fact that the Walker is easy to get into the M41 (this is not the “Christmas Tree” for you), you also need to stick out the tower with the barrel to “light up” the enemies . And this, you know, is suicide, because if you are already waiting, you can get a shot at full health.
And, nevertheless, many people like the M41 Walker Bulldog. Its combat power and huge damage from the drum please experienced players who can easily realize it.