[2022] AMX-32 (105): The Sidekick

A lil somethin somethin: You can find the details for this event on the announcement page here.

Arriving in the high tiers of the French ground forces tree as part of the next major update, the second variant of the AMX-32 - a further development of the renowned AMX-30 MBT - will soon make its way into War Thunder ground battles!

AMX-32 (105), main battle tank, France, rank VI.
Features:

• Fast-firing 105 mm cannon
  
• Thermal vision
  
• Gun stabilizer
  
• 20 mm coaxial cannon
  
• Mediocre protection

The AMX-32 (105) is the second of the two variants of the AMX-32 making its appearance in War Thunder as part of the next major update. Arriving as a reinforcement to the high tiers of the French ground forces tree, the AMX-32 (105) possesses near identical characteristics to its already well-familiar sibling with the only exception being its armament. Let’s take a closer look!




Unlike the original AMX-32 which veteran French tankers have already had plenty of time to get accustomed to, the AMX-32 (105) comes equipped with, as the name already suggests, a 105 mm main gun unlike the 120 mm cannon found on the existing variant. As a result, tank commanders will be faced with a tradeoff: is it preferable to have more raw stopping power in the form of a larger caliber gun or is a faster rate of fire more important to win a gun duel? Either way, French tankers will now have both options available to them and can therefore always pick the most suitable version of the AMX-32 for the job at hand.



While the two vehicles distinguish themselves from each other in their armament, the remaining specifications remain virtually unchanged. The new AMX-32 (105) inherits the same general layout, powerplant and armor scheme as its predecessor including all of its handy features such as gun stabilization, thermal vision and laser rangefinding while also maintaining a decent level of mobility for a rank VI MBT. Just be sure to avoid direct exposure to enemy fire as the AMX-32’s armor will often not be sufficient enough to stop potent armor-piercing rounds used in high-rank battles.

The AMX-32 (105) will soon be available to all tankers at the top ranks of the French ground forces tree as a new high tier main battle tank. In the meantime, be sure to keep a close watch on our news as we continue unveiling other exciting new additions and features awaiting you in the next major update. Until then, happy hunting tankers!