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Update 0.271 Now Available

Commanders!

We are happy to announce that the Update 0.271 is now available!



[h2]List of Update 0.271 Changes[/h2]

  • Returned the Contract Mission and Battle Path mission timers to the correct state
  • Abbot: Fixed the reticle appearance
  • Abbot VE: Fixed the reticle appearance
  • Crusader: Increased the reload time within the clip from 2.5s to 3.3s
  • Crusader: Increased the clip reload time within the clip from 10.74s to 12s
  • Palmaria: Fixed the collision model so the vehicle no longer gets stuck in ditches
  • Typhoon-VDV: Firing the autocannon no longer causes the shells to fly beside the reticle
  • Typhoon-VDV: Fixed the vehicle’s passive ability
  • Typhoon-VDV: Fixed the camera angles in first person mode for the missile launcher
  • Typhoon-VDV: Missile launcher now has animated covers
  • VN20: Deployable turret shells are now correctly localized

Server Maintenance

On the 27th of February 2025, starting from 7:00 CET, the server will not be available for 5 hours due to a planned server maintenance.



Please note that the maintenance can be extended beyond the abovementioned timeframe. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Upcoming Contract: BMP-1AM Basurmanin

Commanders!

The T-64BV Mod.2017 contract is slowly coming to an end and now’s the right time to tell you more about the main prize of the next one – the Russian BMP-1AM Basurmanin Infantry Fighting Vehicle. But, as usual, a bit of history first:



The BMP-1AM Basurmanin (“Heathen” in Russian) IFV as a relatively affordable upgrade to the venerable BMP-1, which is now considered to be utterly obsolete. The main idea behind this vehicle is the fact that its turret is replaced by the same one as used on the BTR-82A, thus not only improving its firepower, but also creating parts compatibility – an important link of the logistics chain. The engine was upgraded as well (to UTD-20S1, providing 350-400hp depending on circumstances) and the vehicle received a new, improved set of comms.

However, there are numerous downsides to such approach. The BTR-82A turret is by no means the best platform of its kind in the world, it does not come with an integrated missile launcher and the conversion shifts the center of gravity of the vehicle, reducing its handling and performance.



The first prototype appeared around 2018 during the ARMY 2018 expo in Moscow. With the effective cancellation of more advanced BMPs originally thought to replace the BMP-1 platform entirely, this relatively cheap upgrade was deemed the best solution.

Mass production was launched around 2019 or 2020 with several dozen being delivered until 2022, which is the year it has officially entered service. The total amount of produced BMP-1AM conversions is unclear and estimates range from perhaps forty vehicles into hundreds. The whole matter is complicated by the fact field that BMP-1 field conversions exist as well.



In Armored Warfare, the BMP-1AM Basurmanin will be a Tier 7 Premium Armored Fighting Vehicle.

Our model of the Basurmanin represents more or less a “field conversion” where the turret was mated with an older BMP-1 hull. With that in mind, the vehicle isn’t that hard to read.

What we have here is a relatively poorly protected AFV with an unmanned turret consisting of a BMP-1 hull and a BTR-82A turret (from Tier 8), just a Tier lower. Protection-wise, we’re therefore looking at a very basic, thin-skinned vehicle without any special protection means. The turret is also the stock BTR-82A version without ATGMs.



Don’t worry, it gets better. The autocannon basically offers Tier 10 firepower and damage output, just three Tiers lower. The vehicle is using ammunition identical to T-15 along with very high rate of fire, allowing it to dispose of poorly armored vehicles in seconds.

Additionally, just like in real life, the vehicle has an upgraded engine (360hp UTD-20S1) and is generally very light compared to the BMP-2M Berezhok, which means it’ll be very fast and agile. The Basurmanin will also be able to deploy all three standard types of infantry.



All in all, we’re looking at a fast, hard-hitting vehicle. It’ll be decent enough for spotting enemies or for dealing high amounts of damage in PvE. Careful gameplay will, however, be required due to its lack of protection.



Alongside the vehicle, you will be able to obtain other prizes as well during the next contact (for completing Contract Missions), including:

  • Russian (Winter Improvised) camouflage (as seen on a Russian BTR-82A in 2022)
  • 3 decals


We hope that you’ll enjoy the new contract and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!

Offer: Typhoon-VDV

Commanders!

Today we’ve prepared the following items for you:

  • Typhoon-VDV Tier 10 Premium Armored Fighting Vehicle
  • TOS-1M Buratino Tier 10 Premium Tank Destroyer
  • Koshmar skin for TOS-1M
  • Kurganets-25 Tier 9 Premium Tank Destroyer
  • Msta-S Tier 9 Premium Self-Propelled Gun
  • Khrizantema-S Tier 8 Premium Tank Destroyer
  • Object 787 Gadyuka Tier 6 Premium Tank Destroyer
  • Treasure Trove with 10.000 Gold
  • Seahawks Loot Crate


Between February 20 and February 27, 2025, 2025, the following items will be available:

[h3]Typhoon-VDV[/h3]

The Typhoon-VDV is a modern Russian reconnaissance and special use vehicle. It is perhaps the best-armed version of the Typhoon platform, featuring a Spitsa turret. Several vehicles of this type have been built and are currently in use by the Russian military. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the Typhoon-VDV is a Tier 10 Premium AFV. It is a powerful vehicle on its own, featuring high firepower in the form of 30mm autocannon and an ATGM launcher with two tubes loaded with thermobaric missiles that can be launched both at once. Its task on the battlefield is supporting other scout vehicles by increasing their spotting capabilities thanks to a new active ability.

The Typhoon-VDV Tier 10 Premium AFV is available in our Web Shop via Loot Crates. Collect 100 blueprint pieces from these crates to obtain the vehicle.



[h3]TOS-1M Buratino[/h3]

The TOS-1M Buratino is a prototype version of the Russian TOS-1/TOS-1A heavy rocket launcher. It was designed in 1997 at Omsk as an improvement to the old TOS-1 whose roots go back all the way to the Afghan War. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the TOS-1M Buratino is a Tier 10 Premium Tank Destroyer. As befits its massive rocket launcher installed on the top of a T-90A MBT chassis, its firepower is all but unparalleled and you are looking at perhaps the most destructive vehicle of Armored Warfare. It is available in two configurations – with fast-launching 122mm rockets and the iconic 220mm rockets that can be unlocked either by installing a skin (Koshmar), or by progressing through an active Battle Path.

The TOS-1M is available in our Web Shop via Loot Crates. Collect 100 blueprint pieces from these crates to obtain the vehicle.





[h3]Koshmar Bundle[/h3]

Additionally, we've prepared a skin bundle with a new skin. The skin “Koshmar” we have prepared for you is for the TOS-1M Tier 10 Premium TD. Not only is it cool looking, it also unlocks the overprogression modules for you, including the 220mm turret and the 220mm thermobaric rockets. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



The skin is available as a part of the Koshmar Bundle, which contains the following items:

  • Skin: TOS-1M Koshmar
  • 3 Platinum Loot Crates
  • 500 Gold


This bundle is available in our Web Shop.




[h3]Kurganets-25[/h3]

The Kurganets-25 Infantry Fighting Vehicle is intended as a cutting edge future replacement to the old BMP series in Russian service. While not as chunky and expensive as the T-15 Armata super-heavy IFV, it’s designed to finally offer the 21st century protection levels the Russian military has been demanding for a long time. However, the design turned out to be quite expensive and while it is currently undergoing state trials, it is unlikely to be ever mass-produced. You can learn more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the Kurganets-25 is a Tier 9 Premium Tank Destroyer. Even though it offers decent protection and mobility for its class, this vehicle is all about firepower. To make sure you always have the right tool for the job, it comes with three distinctive weapon systems – a 57mm autocannon for light targets, fast and small Bulat missiles for highly mobile targets and, finally, full-sized ATGMs that can defeat pretty much anything on the battlefield. If dealing damage is your thing, few vehicles will match your playstyle better.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.




[h3]Msta-S[/h3]

The Msta-S SPG was developed as a replacement to the older 2S3 Akatsiya. The goal was to match (or surpass) the newly developed NATO artillery pieces with long 155mm guns. The production began in 1988 and is currently ongoing with a modernized variant rolling out for the Russian military. More than 500 Msta-S SPGs are still in Russian service and dozens were exported to several other countries. It has seen some combat during the Second Chechen War and the War in Donbass. You can learn more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the Msta-S is a Tier 9 Self-Propelled Gun, which makes it only usable in the Global Operations mode and in PvE. It comes with two shell types – a slow-flying one with a high flight arc, and a fast-flying one for use against more mobile targets.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.




[h3]Khrizantema-S[/h3]

The Khrizantema-S is a dedicated tank hunter, built on a modified BMP-3 hull. The first Khrizantema-S prototype appeared in public as early as 1996 with the initial production variant (9P157) entering service in 2005. Around 2010, an upgraded variant called 9P157-2 appeared with a modernized Ukrainian optics system and a hull machinegun the original model lacked. This variant was in use until 2017. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.




In Armored Warfare, the Khizantema-S is a Tier 8 Premium Tank Destroyer. It is quite a stealthy vehicle armed with a twin ATGM launcher. The key to achieving excellent results with this machine is long-range ATGM sniping followed by rapid relocation. The missiles are quite powerful and make hits easy thanks to their excellent performance.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.




[h3]Gadyuka[/h3]

The Gadyuka (“Viper”) is a Soviet-era fire support vehicle consisting of a T-72A hull and turret but instead of the main gun, the vehicle is armed with two 30mm autocannons and two rocket pods in order to perform better against infantry in urban and mountainous environments. A single prototype was built in 1996 and even though the project was cancelled, it eventually led to the rise of the BMPT Terminator series. You can read more about it in our dedicated article.



In Armored Warfare, the Gadyuka is a Tier 6 Premium Tank Destroyer. Despite having only average protection, its two 30mm autocannons can, along with deadly rocket salvos, rip through enemy vehicles with ease. Indeed, the Gadyuka is one of the most destructive vehicles of its Tier and a worthy addition to every player’s arsenal.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.



[h3]Treasure Trove[/h3]

Today, we have a special offer for you. A veritable treasure trove of 10.000 Gold awaits you at a discounted price.



Please note that this item can only be purchased once per user. You can find out more about Gold and its uses in our dedicated article.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.



[h3]Seahawks Loot Crate[/h3]

The Seahawks Loot Crate is now available. This Loot Crate contains Seahawks Battle Coins and Boosters.

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  • Battle Coins are the primary currency of the Seahawks Battle Path campaign and are used to progress through it and to obtain its prizes.
  • Battle Coin Boosters are usable only during an active Battle Path and increase your Battle Coin income by 900 percent for two hours.


Please note that you have to obtain the access to a Battle Path to use both items.

This bundle is available in our Web Shop.



We hope that you will enjoy the offer and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!

Celebrating the Defender of the Fatherland Day

Commanders!

This week, we have prepared a special gift for you in honor of the 2025 Defender of the Fatherland Day.



Originally, this holiday was established after the end of the Great War in the Soviet Union as a celebration of the Red Army and its victories during the Russian Civil War. Over the course of the 20th century, however, it became a celebration of men and the military as a whole as well as their role in defending the lives and freedoms of the people of Russia and several post-Soviet countries.

[h2]Bonus and Gift[/h2]

Between February 20 and February 27, 2025, aside from 50% bonus to Battle Coin income, you can pick up a special Defender gift.



This gift contains:

  • Camouflage: Russian Spetsnaz (learn more)
  • Decal: Air Defense
  • Decal: Drone Operator
  • 7 days of Premium Time
  • 1 Battle Path Boost Token


This gift is available in our Web Shop.



[h2]Defender Mission[/h2]

In addition to the abovementioned bonuses and gift, we have a special mission for you. By completing its objective, you’ll have the opportunity to earn the Greshnik skin for the T-80BVM MBT, which is based on a vehicle belonging to the Pacific Fleet Marines, as photographed during the summer of 2023. You can learn more about it in our dedicated article.



The objective of the mission is as follows:

  • Between February 20 (0:01 CET) and February 28, 2025 (22:59 CET), win 30 matches in any mode while using the T-80B or T-80BVM MBT.


The skin will be delivered after the end of the event.

We hope that you’ll enjoy this event and, as always:

See you on the battlefield!