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World of Tanks KR-1 Review: Why you should get Tier 11 first!
KR-1 is the most popular Tier 11 tank in World of Tanks, and the first tank many players choose. This review takes a detailed look at the KR-1's basic stats, upgrades, armor, equipment, crew configuration, general loadout, and ramming playstyle. KR-1 is easy to use even for beginners and can be a fun choice for experienced players.
1. KR-1 Basic Stats Analysis: Damage, Penetration, Reload Time, etc.
- ✅ KR-1 has 530 alpha damage and 268 base penetration.
- ✅ Premium ammo is HEAT, providing 325 penetration.
- ✅ HE shell is 68mm and deals 700 alpha damage.
- ✅ Reload time is 13.42 seconds, with a damage per minute of 2,300.
- ✅ Accuracy is 0.3, and aiming time is 2.68 seconds.
- ✅ Durability is 2,600, increasing to 2,800 with enhanced equipment.
- ✅ Top speed is 60km/h, reverse speed is 15km/h, and power-to-weight ratio is 17.75.
- ✅ View range is 400m.
00:00 - 01:38
1. KR-1 Basic Stats Analysis: Damage, Penetration, Reload Time, etc.
- ✅ KR-1 has 530 alpha damage and 268 base penetration.
- ✅ Premium ammo is HEAT, providing 325 penetration.
- ✅ HE shell is 68mm and deals 700 alpha damage.
- ✅ Reload time is 13.42 seconds, with a damage per minute of 2,300.
- ✅ Accuracy is 0.3, and aiming time is 2.68 seconds.
- ✅ Durability is 2,600, increasing to 2,800 with enhanced equipment.
- ✅ Top speed is 60km/h, reverse speed is 15km/h, and power-to-weight ratio is 17.75.
- ✅ View range is 400m.
01:39 - 02:28
2. KR-1 Upgrades and Special Abilities: Increased Ramming Damage!
- ✅ Upgrades increase alpha damage and penetration.
- ✅ Reload time is reduced, increasing damage per minute to 2,500.
- ✅ Gun depression is increased by 1 degree.
- ✅ Aiming time is improved.
- ✅ Durability is increased by 200.
- ✅ Engine power is increased, increasing the power-to-weight ratio to 19, and the hull traverse speed also increases.
- ✅ KR-1's special ability increases ramming damage by 60% and suspension damage by 20%.
- ✅ This ability makes the KR-1 the best ramming tank.
03:02 - 05:07
3. KR-1 Armor Analysis: Weaknesses and How to Exploit Them
- ✅ KR-1's frontal armor is very strong, especially the upper plate, which is difficult to penetrate even with 268mm penetration.
- ✅ The cupola is a weak spot, but requires over 320mm of penetration.
- ✅ The exposed track wheels can be penetrated with around 250mm of penetration.
- ✅ The side armor can be defended against standard rounds if angled well.
- ✅ The lower plate requires about 270mm of penetration with APCR rounds and 290mm with HEAT rounds.
- ✅ In close combat, you can target the thin part of the upper plate with guns larger than 90mm.
- ✅ The turret sides may be harder to penetrate than targeting the hull.
- ✅ The rear armor can be penetrated with about 100~120mm of penetration.
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4. KR-1 Equipment Recommendations: General Setup and Ramming-Focused Setup
- ✅ A general setup uses enhanced equipment, a turbocharger, and a gun rammer.
- ✅ A ramming-focused setup uses a turbocharger, high-performance tracks, and enhanced equipment, using a turbocharger directive in the mobility slot and supplying fuel.
05:45 - 06:37
5. KR-1 Crew Training: Skill and Perk Recommendations
- ✅ If using a ramming setup, it's important to train the Mentor skill for the commander since you're giving up the first aid kit.
- ✅ It is recommended to train Brothers in Arms, Repair, Recon, Emergency Repair, and Situational Awareness for other crew members.
- ✅ It is recommended to train Deadeye, Armorer, Designated Target, and Snapshot for the gunner.
- ✅ It is essential to train Off-Road Driving, Mechanic, Controlled Impact, and Clutch Braking for the driver.
- ✅ It is recommended to train Safe Stowage, Intuition, Adrenaline Rush, and Ammo Rack for the loader.
- ✅ It is recommended to train Situational Awareness, Firefighting, and flanking for the radio operator.
06:38 - 11:43
6. KR-1 Practical Gameplay: General Play and Ramming Play
- ✅ In the first game, I played like a typical heavy tank, but didn't get good results due to the team's loss.
- ✅ In the second game, I played with a ramming-focused setup and created fun scenes, such as ramming and destroying a Centurion Action X.
11:44 - 12:38
7. KR-1 Final Verdict: Tier 11 Tank Suitable for Beginners and Experienced Players Alike
- ✅ KR-1 is easy to use even for beginners thanks to its armor and ramming ability.
- ✅ It also offers a fun playstyle for experienced players.
- ✅ KR-1 is the perfect tank to get started with Tier 11.