Meet the Zerstörer 45! This is an experimental German SPAA armed with 30 mm autocannons, capable of inflicting deadly strikes into enemy vehicles, and is coming in the next major update.

Zerstörer 45: An SPAA for Germany at Rank IV. Features:
- Quadruple 30 mm turret!
- Excellent ballistic properties.
- Open fighting compartment.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8779-development-zerstorer-45-a-new-wind-en

Sensor vision rendering and new replay capabilities

In our game, we strive to reproduce all of the features of weapons and military vehicles that gives players a new and interesting experience. The more modern technology that comes under a player’s control, the more systems require mastering to effectively use this technology. Guided missiles, radar and other sensors require some knowledge that is not always available through the game. In order to solve this problem, we’ve decided to add the ability to see the operation of sensors and missile weapons using a new sensor vision system.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8781-development-sensor-vision-rendering-and-new-replay-capabilities-en

Alexander Pokyrshkin’s P-39N-0 Temporarily Returns for his Birthday!

When: From March 6th (13:00 GMT) until March 9th (07:00).
Where: USSR > Aviation > Premium vehicles.

Pokryshkin’s P-39N-0 differs from the regular Airacobra version, with the absence of machine guns on the wings, which means its flight characteristics are slightly better. The 37 mm M4 cannon can destroy enemy fighters with one hit, and if its ammunition runs out, 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns can be used.

Bf 109 C-1: The Caesar Variant

Let’s take a look at one of the lesser known types of Bf 109, the model C! This variant saw one of the lowest production runs of any Bf 109 model, with only around 50 examples of the C variant being produced.

Bf 109 C-1: A Fighter for Germany at Rank I. Features:
- Four 7.92 mm machine guns.
- Fuel injection Jumo 210G engine.
- Decent agility.
- No suspended weaponry.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8785-development-bf-109-c-1-the-caesar-variant-en

Let’s have a look at an interesting addition to Britain’s ground forces tree, which is fully capable of speeding around the battlefield and being a nuisance for the enemy team when it arrives in the next major update: say hello to the FV721 Fox!

FV721 Fox: A Light Tank for Great Britain at Rank IV. Features:
- 30 mm L21A1 automatic cannon.
- Separate stock SAP and HEI belt; APDS belt as unlock.
- Great top speed!
- Light armor.
- No thermals.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8789-development-fv721-fox-an-opportunistic-predator-en

Welcome to the first naval event in War Thunder’s new event cycle. Take part in the Imperial Flagship event by playing in naval battles to get valuable rewards including SMS Baden, themed decals and a ship flag!

From March 14th (11:00 GMT) until April 1st (11:00 GMT), earn mission points in Naval Battles, unlock stages and receive rewards!

SMS Baden — an event vehicle Battleship for Germany at Rank VI
SMS Baden was a Bayern-class battleship that became one of the most powerful ships in the history of the Imperial German Navy. Kaiser Wilhelm II himself personally made trips on this beast of a battleship! It features 380 mm guns, excellent armor protection and great survivability: the slow but formidable Baden combines all of the best qualities of the dreadnoughts of the early 20th century.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8788-event-earn-sms-baden-in-the-imperial-flagship-event-en

We’d like to extend our best wishes and congratulations to all women of the world. You are loved and appreciated, we hope your spirits are high, and that you may soar even higher.

Earn the “Queen of the Seas” decal!
You can get this decal by completing the below task.

When: From March 7th (14:00) until March 9th (11:00 GMT).
Task: Play 3 battles with vehicles that are rank III or higher (with an activity rating of 70% or more) to earn this decal!

Track your progress in the hangar by clicking Nickname → Achievements → Holidays → International Women’s Day.

M60 120S: The Frankentank

This is the interesting M60 120S, which takes the M1A1 Abrams’ turret and combines it with the M60A1 hull. This vehicle was designed to be exported to countries that wanted a cheaper and upgradable option for a main battle tank.

M60 120S: An MBT for the USA at Rank VII. Features:
- 120 mm smoothbore cannon!
- Laser rangefinder.
- Thermal sight.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8795-development-m60-120s-the-frankentank-en

The Thai F-5E Tiger II jet fighter is going to be a new squadron vehicle that will be added to the Japanese air research tree in the Alpha Strike major update!

F-5E FCU: A Jet Fighter for Japan at Rank VII as a Squadron Vehicle. Features:
- Excellent handling!
- High overload resistance.
- Python 3 and AIM-9P4 air-to-air missiles.
- Large arsenal of ordnance against ground vehicles.

Developer comment: We’re adding the Thai F-5E FCU to Japan as a squadron vehicle to help bolster this air tree with an interesting option, as Japan has very limited domestic modern jet aircraft to add. In addition to air battles, this aircraft will also be useful in ground battles thanks to its ordnance options, overall helping Japan’s ground forces lineup. The F-5 is a popular aircraft in War Thunder that many of you are familiar with, and Thailand is geographically quite close to Japan, with both having good modern relations.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8813-development-squadron-vehicles-f-5e-fcu-en

Did you angle today?

The AH-1W Super Cobra is a later development of the twin-engined AH-1 Cobra, optimized for service with the U.S. Marines. This helicopter will soon be available as part of the next major update in two trees!

AH-1W Super Cobra: An Attack Helicopter for the USA and China at Rank VI. Features:
- Twin-engine design.
- Effective ordnance options.
- Thermal vision device.
- Good maneuverability.

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8811-development-ah-1w-super-cobra-the-venomous-marine-en

Dear players!

On March 13th, from 08:00 GMT, the War Thunder game servers may be unavailable due to the release of the “Alpha Strike” major update. While your client is being downloaded, read the devblogs.

We apologize for any inconvenience experienced.

https://youtu.be/QpZSeZt3SvQ

Welcome to Alpha Strike!

Meet War Thunder’s first major update of 2024! We’ve added several interesting ground vehicles, some of which include five rank VII premiums, the formidable Fox light-tank, to the interesting looking 120S and Zerstörer 45. Hungarian aircraft have now made their way into Italy’s tree, where you’ll be able fly a range of fully-capable aircraft in air and ground battles. The nimble Alpha jet has arrived for Germany and France, plus the warmly welcomed Wessex for Britain. Additionally, IJN Mutsu — featuring the largest guns in the game — is now ready to sail for Japan. North Holland is a new ground forces map, featuring a town and plain terrain, perfect for different combat engagements. And lastly, you can also enjoy several Roadmap additions, one of which is an aircraft fuel slider!

https://warthunder.com/en/news/8814-meet-major-update-alpha-strike-en