World of Tanks 1.28.1 Update: Key Equipment & Tank Releases
The World of Tanks 1.28.1 patch introduces significant changes, including the release of several premium tanks and updated mechanics. Below is a breakdown of notable additions and adjustments:
1. Chieftain Mk. 6 (🇬🇧 Great Britain, HT-10, Special Offer)
- EU Region Debut: After a decade-long wait since its initial 2015 announcement in Update 0.10.0, the Chieftain Mk. 6 finally arrives in the EU region.
- Background: Previously available in WoT Blitz, WoT Console, and CN servers, this tank was historically overpowered but now balances as a mid-tier performer with solid DPM (Damage Per Minute), aiming accuracy, and dispersion—though armor and mobility lag behind rivals like the FV4201 Chieftain.
- Details:
- Gold Price: from 100 to 22,500 💰.
- Tags Removed: “Secret.”
2. MBT-B (🇺🇸 USA, HT-10, Promotional)
- Long-Awaited Release: After 6 Supertest iterations and 2 General Test phases, the MBT-B is finalized for release.
- Mechanics Highlight: A 6-round drum + 3-round cartridge system could redefine its combat role. Debate continues whether this is a balanced mechanic or “pay-to-win” gimmick.
- Details:
- Gold Price: 100–22,500 💰.
- Tags Removed: “Secret” and “Tested.”
3. New Premium Tanks & Mechanics
KPz. 3 GST Turm (🇩🇪 Germany, TD-8)
- Key Feature: Hydropneumatic suspension (activated via button), enhancing mobility.
- Details:
- Gold Price: from 100 to 9,450 💰.
- Tags Removed: “Secret” and “Tested.”
VCS 6×6 TS 90 (🇫🇷 France, LT-8)
- Light Tank Agility: Optimized for hit-and-run tactics with premium equipment slots.
- Details:
- Gold Price: Specific pricing TBA.
- Tags Removed: “Secret” and “Tested.”
CC-46 Pancernik (🇵🇱 Poland, MT-6)
- Medium Tank Balance: Blends armor and firepower for mid-tier gameplay.
- Details:
- Gold Price: from 100 to [?] 💰.
- Tags Removed: “Secret” and “Tested.”
Vercingétorix (France, MT-9, premium, mechanics: engine mode change).
- The tank is completely ready for release.
- General:
- Tank price in gold: from 100 to 11,050
- Tank tags removed: “Secret” and “Tested”