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NEW: BZ-72-1 – Rocket Toward Victory

Limited time! Claim this Rocket Booster-powered heavy tank with Free XP. Then, take on a special Earn Challenge to get its exclusive Skin.

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Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, Chinese tank development put a greater focus on designs that, although similar to Soviet designs, were of indigenous origin. One such proposal that came out of this period was for a tank that would use jet boosters to make crossing difficult terrain easier.

For a limited time starting September 30, you can bring a tank inspired by this vehicle into your console garage. Get ready to roar into battle with the Chinese Tier X BZ-72-1 Heavy Tank!

(And read to the end of this article to find out how to earn its exclusive “Xiaoqing” Skin!)

Gameplay Tips

The BZ-72-1 mounts Rocket Boosters, which you can activate to receive an instant speed boost. Get out of a sticky situation, or barrel straight toward the frontline to claim a prime spot at the start of the match; Rocket Boosters will get you where you need to go!

Once battle begins, you know what to do. The BZ-72-1 is a heavy, after all, and it’s got the turret armor, sloped frontal hull armor, and 130mm gun to prove it. So head into the thick of the battle and start brawling!

  • Use your Rocket Boosters tactically, as you have only five usages available per match!
  • Unleash the high alpha damage and DPM of your gun to stop enemies in their tracks.
  • Experiment with positioning! The BZ-72-1’s strong turret armor also works well in hull-down positions, while its side armor allows for sidescraping. Find the spot that lets you wreak the most havoc.
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BZ-72-1 - Armor Viewer
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Tank Characteristics: BZ-72-1

  • Matchmaking: Plays up to Tier X
  • Tank XP Bonus: 5%
  • Hit Points: 2,200
  • Engine Power: 900 hpr
  • Power/Weight Ratio: 16.67
  • Speed Limit: 30 km/h
  • Reverse Speed: 15 km/h
  • Hull Traverse Speed: 34 deg
  • Turret Traverse Speed: 24 deg
  • Gun Depression: 8 deg
  • Gun Elevation: 20 deg
  • Penetration: 260/320/65
  • Damage: 560/560/640
  • Aim Time: 2.5 sec
  • Accuracy: 0.40
  • Rate of Fire: 4 rounds/min
  • Reload Time: 15 sec
  • Damage Per Minute: 2,240
  • Max Ammo Capacity: 40 rounds
  • Shell 1 Type/Speed: AP/1,000
  • Shell 2 Type/Speed: HEAT/950
  • Shell 3 Type/Speed: HE/950
  • View Range: 400m
  • Signal Range: 750m
  • Rocket Booster Count: 5
  • Rocket Booster Cooldown: 4 sec
  • Rocket Booster Duration: 10 sec

FXP: BZ-72-1

         

We aren’t kidding when we say that the BZ-72-1 will be available for a limited time. For one week only, get this soon-to-be collector’s item from the in-game Store using Free XP!

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.

  • Chinese Tier X BZ-72-1 Heavy Tank

500,000 Free XP

Earn Challenge: Xiaoqing

         

As soon as you claim the BZ-72-1 from the Store, you’ll unlock a special Earn Challenge for its “Xioaqing” Skin that will be available through October 13.

Xiaoqing Hero Skin for BZ-72-1

Take your new tank into battle to make its Skin yours!

Xiaoqing
GOAL REWARD
Deal 25,000 or more damage in any number of battles
“Xiaoqing” Skin for the BZ-72-1
Xiaoqing Hero Skin for BZ-72-1 - Icon

RESTRICTIONS

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Must play the BZ-72-1


Available to Multiplayer and Co-Op only


Available once per account

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