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World of Tanks: New Tier 11 Tanks Revealed and Major Balance Adjustments!
In the next update of World of Tanks, three new Tier 11 tanks (PTZ-78, STK-2, Ares 90 C), a large-scale balance adjustment for six existing Tier 11 tanks, and a new American autocannon medium tank line will be added. This video takes a detailed look at these changes.
1. Leopard 120 and ASX Balance Adjustment Preview 🛠️
- ✅ Leopard 120: Expected improvements in accuracy, heat penetration or shell velocity, durability, and gun handling during maneuvering
- ✅ ASX: Expected reduction in reload time, increased durability, improved penetration or shell velocity, increased top speed, improved dispersion during maneuvering and turret rotation, and improved accuracy
| Tank | Expected Changes |
|---|---|
| Leopard 120 | Improved accuracy, penetration, durability, and gun handling during maneuvering |
| ASX | Improved reload, durability, penetration, speed, dispersion, and accuracy |
00:00 - 02:15
1. Leopard 120 and ASX Balance Adjustment Preview 🛠️
- ✅ Leopard 120: Expected improvements in accuracy, heat penetration or shell velocity, durability, and gun handling during maneuvering
- ✅ ASX: Expected reduction in reload time, increased durability, improved penetration or shell velocity, increased top speed, improved dispersion during maneuvering and turret rotation, and improved accuracy
| Tank | Expected Changes |
|---|---|
| Leopard 120 | Improved accuracy, penetration, durability, and gun handling during maneuvering |
| ASX | Improved reload, durability, penetration, speed, dispersion, and accuracy |
02:16 - 04:07
2. Shakal and Hersh Kaper Balance Adjustment Analysis ⚖️
- ✅ Shakal: Expected improvements in reload speed, top speed, gun handling during maneuvering, and accuracy
- ✅ Hersh Kaper: Expected improvements in reload speed, increased charge shot damage, and improved accuracy during turret rotation. Currently rated as one of the worst tank destroyers in the game and requires significant improvement
| Tank | Expected Changes |
|---|---|
| Shakal | Improved reload, speed, gun handling during maneuvering, and accuracy |
| Hersh Kaper | Improved reload, charge shot damage, and accuracy during turret rotation |
04:08 - 06:15
3. Object 432U and STV 10712 Balance Adjustment In-Depth Analysis 🧐
- ✅ Object 432U: Expected improvements in rate of fire, durability, armor, reduced charge shot lockout time, and shorter charge time. There is a possibility of becoming an OP tank if excessively buffed
- ✅ STV 10712: Expected reduction in siege mode entry/exit time, and improved rate of fire and accuracy in siege mode. Expected to make siege mode more effective and increase its usability
| Tank | Expected Changes |
|---|---|
| Object 432U | Improved rate of fire, durability, armor, and reduced charge shot related times |
| STV 10712 | Improved siege mode entry/exit time, rate of fire, and accuracy |
06:16 - 07:47
4. New Tier 11 Tank: PTZ-78 (Chinese Tank Destroyer) 🚀
- ✅ PTZ-78: Chinese tank destroyer equipped with solid fuel boosters. Uses solid fuel instead of liquid fuel
- ✅ Powerful acceleration, fast turning, and quick U-turns possible
- ✅ Expected to be a line continuing from the 113, so it is recommended to research the 113 in advance and accumulate experience
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Solid Fuel Booster |
| Function | Acceleration, Turning, U-Turn |
| Line | Connects from 113 |
07:48 - 10:04
5. New Tier 11 Tank: STK-2 (Japanese Heavy Tank) ❄️
- ✅ STK-2: Japanese heavy tank with an enhanced active gun cooling system
- ✅ Barrel temperature rises when firing, performance changes depending on the temperature (exact changes are undisclosed)
- ✅ Barrel cooling starts after firing, returns to basic performance during reload
- ✅ Expected to have a similar mechanism to the Type 71
- ✅ May have a unique mechanism where reload time varies depending on when the gun is fired
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| System | Active Gun Cooling |
| Performance Change | Changes depending on barrel temperature |
| Mechanism | Similar to Type 71, reload time may vary |
10:05 - 14:42
6. New American Autocannon Medium Tank Line (Ares 75, 85, 90, 90C) 🇺🇸
- ✅ New American tech tree starting from T20
- ✅ Autocannon line consisting of Ares 75, 85, 90, 90C
- ✅ Continuous firing possible without reloading through heat overheat control system (however, cooldown required when overheated)
- ✅ Equipped with spare tracks similar to the M5Y line
- ✅ Based on ideas tested in the past in the arcade mode 'Overwhelming Firepower'
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Starting Tank | T20 |
| Key Features | Autocannon, Heat Overheat Control, Spare Tracks |
| Firing Method | Continuous firing possible (beware of overheating) |
14:43 - 18:59
7. Update Schedule and Overall Outlook 🗓️
- ✅ Update is scheduled for January 2026
- ✅ Positive about spending if Wargaming provides good content
- ✅ Concerns that users may flock to Type 71 and WZ 113 when new tanks are released
- ✅ Expected to release 3-4 tanks every 4 months (approximately 12 per year)
- ✅ 6 out of 15 tech tree tanks receive significant buffs
- ✅ New American autocannon medium tank line added
| Content | Description |
|---|---|
| Update Timing | January 2026 |
| Release Cycle | 4 months (approximately 12 per year) |
| Key Changes | Tier 11 tank balance adjustments, new tank line added |