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Old May 6th, 2015, 11:22 AM

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Default Re: Assault guns vs. tanks

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Originally Posted by Anton View Post
Assault guns are different from classic tanks in that they a) have a lower profile, giving them better cover and worse field of view, and b) do not have a turret, which makes them slower in sighting (?) and engaging enemy units not directly in front.
The differences in profile and size are represented by the Size characteristic, and the assault guns tend to have a bit lower values than tanks based on same chassis. For example, Stug III is size 3 while Panzer III is size 4. Similarly, T-34 is is size 4 while SU-85/100/122 assault guns are size 3. Smaller size makes unit harder to spot and hit with shooting.

One significant in-game restriction with assault guns is that immobilisation damage tends to make them something of sitting ducks in a lot of situation, if the enemy can avoid entering their field of fire and move to their flank for the final shot.
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