In honor of Tankfest, head to battle in the latest World War II Premium tank and lend your team some muscle!
When it comes to British armor, the Chieftain is a legend. This vehicle, in various iterations, served as the U.K.’s main battle tank for nearly three decades starting in the 1960s.
See how the legend began with a vehicle based on a prototype of the tank. Take command of the British Tier IX FV4201 Chieftain Proto Heavy Tank!

Gameplay Tips
British heavy tanks are known for being hull-down masters, and the Chieftain Proto is no exception. What the Proto lacks in hull armor, it more than makes up for with its turret armor. Keep its hull protected and let its well-reinforced frontal turret take the hits while you line up your own.
The Chieftain Proto also offers respectable mobility, outstanding penetration, and overall solid gun handling stats. With these qualities, this tank will have you prepared to deliver a victory on the battlefield time and time again.
- Use this tank’s mobility to get into the ideal position to take your devastating shots.
- Rely on its penetration values to consistently pierce the most stubborn enemy armor.
- In addition to robust turret armor, the Chieftain Proto also has excellent gun depression and elevation. Find a slope, a rock, or other form of cover, and go hull down!
Tank Characteristics: FV4201 Chieftain Proto
- Matchmaking: Plays up to Tier X
- Tank XP Bonus: 5%
- Hit Points: 1,800
- Engine Power: 780 hp
- Power/Weight Ratio: 15.60
- Speed Limit: 50 km/h
- Reverse Speed: 16 km/h
- Hull Traverse Speed: 27 deg/sec
- Turret Traverse Speed: 30 deg/sec
- Gun Depression: 10 deg
- Gun Elevation: 20 deg
- Penetration: 262/310/120
- Damage: 400/400/515
- Aim Time: 1.9 sec
- Accuracy: 0.35 m
- Rate of Fire: 5 rounds/min
- Reload Time: 12 sec
- Damage Per Minute: 2,000
- Max Ammo Capacity: 59 rounds
- Shell 1 Type/Speed: APDS/1150
- Shell 2 Type/Speed: APDS/1350
- Shell 3 Type/Speed: HE/1067
- View Range: 390 m
- Signal Range: 750 m
That’s not all. Earlier we mentioned Tankfest, one of the biggest celebrations of historical military vehicles in the world. Since World of Tanks Modern Armor will have a presence at Tankfest 2023, we’ve brought out a special paint job in time for the event.
Don’t miss the Tankfest Black Camo for the in-game FV4201 Chieftain Proto, and keep an eye out for a real-life Chieftain if you'll be in Bovington!
FV4201 Chieftain Proto Bundles
Get the Chieftain Proto in three discounted, limited-time bundles on its release date. Two of them include variants of the Tankfest Black Camo for all four map environments as well as the Jon “Frosty” May 3D Premium Commander!
Complete bundle details below!
All Premium vehicle bundles purchased from the Store come with their own Vehicle slot and a mix of standard and Premium ammo. If you want to send any of the bundles below as a gift, make sure that you and the receiver are friends on both your device and in the game.
- British Tier IX FV4201 Chieftain Proto Heavy Tank
- Advanced Loader
- Traction System
- Gun Stabilizer
- Tankfest Black Summer Camo (1)
- Tankfest Black Winter Camo (1)
- Tankfest Black Desert Camo (1)
- Tankfest Black Urban Camo (1)
- Jon "Frosty" May 3D Premium Commander
21,542 Gold
14,000 Gold
35% Savings
- British Tier IX FV4201 Chieftain Proto Heavy Tank
- Tankfest Black Summer Camo (1)
- Tankfest Black Winter Camo (1)
- Tankfest Black Desert Camo (1)
- Tankfest Black Urban Camo (1)
- Jon "Frosty" May 3D Premium Commander
17,644 Gold
12,250 Gold
30% Savings
- British Tier IX FV4201 Chieftain Proto Heavy Tank
14,444 Gold
11,500 Gold
20% Savings