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The E 25 is a German tier 7 premium tank destroyer. The development of the E 25 was part of the "E" program, supervised by the Waffenprüfamt 6 committee. The E 25 was developed by the Argus company (Karlsruhe, Germany) under the supervision of Dr. Herman Klaue. No prototypes were manufactured. Also known as "Cockroach" -- a premium tank which, if tanks were personified, would be considered to be that of an impish nature. An incredibly fast, agile, and stealthy tank destroyer, the E 25 brings an extremely high rate of fire to whatever part of the battle it visits. Because of its low damage per shot the E 25 punishes unaware or distracted players disproportionately more than any other and is capable of borrowing tactics normally shown by fast medium and light tanks. Don't be surprised if in a heated battle a player finds themself with a heavy tank fighting in front of it and an E 25 suddenly chipping away at their health from behind in what was supposed to be a safe area. Use of such tactics allow the E 25 to disrupt a battlefield in such a way as to turn what was a stalemate into decisive victory. This tank was removed from the in-game tech tree on 22/12/2014 and from the gift shop on 15/1/2015 E 25: Withdrawal from Sales. Afterward it has appeared in the shop two times for a very short period, and could be awarded from "large boxes" during the 2019 holiday event.

The Type 58 is a Chinese tier 6 medium tank. The U.S.S.R. exported a total of 1,800 T-34-76 and T-34-85 tanks to China. In 1954 the Chinese government made the decision to begin domestic production of the T-34-85 in 1958, with the new vehicle designated the Type 58. However, production was never initiated, and the Chinese army settled for modifications to the Soviet-made T-34s. Bootleg T-34-85 from China, it shares similarity to its predecessor. Previously underwhelming even in top configuration, it has received several buffs to become more competitive, especially when bottom tier. Many characteristics were copied from T-34-85 and it still remains a capable opponent in tier 6 matches. The Type 58 leads to the IS-2, and the T-34-1.

The M6 is an American tier 6 heavy tank. A variant of the heavy tank developed in the U.S. from May 1940, this vehicle featured a cast hull and hydromechanical suspension with a two-disc hydraulic converter. The vehicle was standardized on May 26, 1942. A total of 9 vehicles were manufactured (8 serial and 1 experimental), but never saw action. Coming out of the T1 Heavy Tank, you should feel right at home with the M6, as they look and play very similarly. It starts off with 3 rather underpowered 76mm cannons that can make short work of medium and light tanks of its tier but are inadequate for penetrating and damaging other heavy tanks and tank destroyers. The 90mm gun, however, is an excellent gun and is much more suited for the the M6. The M6 has surprisingly good engine power and great speed for a heavy of its tier, which helps to make up for its lack of armor, even frontally, which isn't adequate for bouncing most shots. Its side armor is even worse, and is easy to hit with the tank's large size. This makes the M6 almost always limited to the second line, where it can pick off enemies and take cover behind larger tanks and terrain with its decent mobility. In all, the M6 is very similar to the T1 Heavy in both size and gameplay. The M6 leads to the T29.

The KV-1 is a Soviet tier 5 heavy tank. Development started at the end of 1938. A prototype was produced in August 1939. The vehicle first saw combat in December 1939 at the Mannerheim Line. The tank was mass-produced from March 1940 through August 1942, with a total of 2,769 vehicles manufactured. Most novice players will find the KV-1's playing style significantly different from what they are used to, having just come out of the T-28 medium tank. At stock, armed with the adequate 76mm ZiS-5, it is very slow, and certainly not agile. Consider mounting the 57mm project 413 if you enjoy a fast fire rate with decent penetration. The KV-1 with the 122mm U-11 gun firing HE shells can be a surprisingly fun tank to play, but don't expect to be doing much when you get thrown in with the big boy battles. It's one of the tanks new players should definitely learn to kill as the same weak spots are shared with other tanks in the KV family. Frontal weak-spots include the flat plate directly below the turret and the lower plate below the heavily sloped mid section, and shots to the side and rear will penetrate the flat 60mm armoring fairly consistently. This tank used to be combined with the KV-2 in the removed KV tank. The KV-1 leads to the T-150, the KV-2, and the KV-1S.

The Cromwell B is a British tier 6 premium medium tank. The vehicle made famous by the British 7th Armoured Division, who had been dubbed the Desert Rats for their exploits in North Africa. However, the 7th Armoured were not issued with Cromwells until 1944, when they returned to the U.K. to prepare for D-Day. In their Cromwells they fought across France and into Germany, and eventually took part in the Victory Parade on September 7, 1945, in Berlin.

The Tiger I is a German tier 7 heavy tank. Development of the Tiger I was started in 1937 by the Henschel company. Mass production began in 1942, with an eventual total of 1,354 vehicles manufactured. The tank first saw combat in the fighting for Leningrad, and Tigers were at the forefront of battles from Tunisia to Kursk. Although production was discontinued in the summer of 1944, the Tiger I continued to see action until the end of the war. This was the first German heavy tank in WWII and proved itself to be extremely formidable against the Allied forces, composed primarily of M4 Shermans and T-34s. In the game you'll face much higher tier opponents. This tank was designed as a medium to long range sniper. Keep that in mind and make use of its great rate of fire and renowned German-engineered accuracy. Spot your enemy, avoid close combat, and keep your gun at work by firing the moment you reload. Snipe the enemy and support your team. The Tiger I leads to the Tiger II.

In December 1942, Soviet engineers had an idea to build a multi-barrel tank destroyer based on the modified chassis of the T-34. One of the projects was an unusual twin howitzer, which was to be named the SU-2-122. The project was discontinued at the blueprints stage and remained in the archives, where it was recently discovered.

The Kanonenjagdpanzer 105 is a German tier 8 premium tank destroyer. The first prototypes of the Kanonenjagdpanzer were produced in 1960 by the Hanomag and Henschel companies for the FRG. Mass production continued until 1967. A total of 770 vehicles for the Bundeswehr and 80 for the Belgian Armed Forces were built. In 1983, the vehicle was deemed outdated. According to engineers, some of them could be equipped with 105 mm guns, but the vehicles were eventually converted into artillery observation vehicles or anti-tank guided missile carriers. The Kanonenjagdpanzer (also known as Jagdpanzer Kanone 90mm) remained in service in citizen military forces until 1990.

The Controcarro 3 Minotauro is an Italian tier 10 tank destroyer. This vehicle was developed in the 1960s by OTO Melara using both elements of American and German design. It was supposed to combine a German power unit with home-grown developments in naval weaponry and loading systems. A distinguishing feature of the vehicle was its placement of the driver in the turret with limited gun traverse, as well as its mechanized loading system. The Controcarro 3 Minotauro marks the end of its Italian tank destroyer line.

The 60TP Lewandowskiego is a Polish tier 10 heavy tank. A project for a heavy tank developed in 1956 by Richard Lewandowski who was a cadet at the Military Technical Academy of Warsaw. The tank was supposed to weigh 60 tons and feature 200 mm armor. Development was discontinued at the drafting stage. The 60TP Lewandowskiego marks the end of its Polish heavy line.

The Panhard EBR 105 is a French tier 10 light tank. A variant of the Panhard EBR armored vehicle with more powerful armament. It featured improved suspension and the two-man GIAT TS 90 turret, upgraded to accommodate a 105 mm gun. The vehicle never saw mass production, nor entered service. Currently the fastest vehicle in World of Tanks. The Panhard EBR 105 features insane mobility that surpasses any tanks that were ever added in the game, with a whopping speed of 91km/h in rapid mode. In the Common Test when the wheeled vehicles were unveiled, the EBR 105 had been able to achieve more than 100 km/h (105 km/h was the listed top speed)! Although its penetration and protection are underwhelming it can utilize its mobility to harass its targets and bring them down one by one. The Panhard EBR 105 marks the end of its French light line.

The T30 is an American tier 9 tank destroyer. Experimental heavy tank. The vehicle was an early version of the T29 with enhanced armament. Two prototypes were built in 1945–1947 and underwent trials at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in 1948. Never entered mass production or saw service. The T30 has a long history in World of Tanks. It started as a very good above average performing Tier X Heavy tank, that after several consecutive nerfs, ended at the back of the caravan. Its transformation into a Tier IX tank destroyer made this tank once again enjoyable to play. Its main weapon, the 155 mm T7, was formidable already in the Tier X arena, but when used against Tier VIII and sometimes even Tier VII targets, "devastation" is the only word that comes to mind. However, the T30 has a very weak hull, and under no circumstances can it afford to ignore low tier opponents. In the hands of a skillful player that knows how to properly use its strong points, the T30 can face any tank in-game and single-handedly change the course of the entire battle. The T30 leads to the T110E4.

The Škoda T 56 is a Czechoslovakian tier 8 premium heavy tank. In the 1950s, Czechoslovakia continued developing original designs of combat vehicles based on concepts of the Soviet tank-building school combined with its own ideas. One of these projects was the T-56 developed by Škoda, but it was discontinued due to the unification of armament of Warsaw Pact countries. No prototypes were built.

The Churchill VII is a British tier 6 heavy tank. A modification of the A22 with enhanced armor. First vehicles of this type were produced just before the Allied landing in Normandy. This model was also the basis for the Churchill Crocodile flame-throwing tank. The Churchill VII leads to the Black Prince.

The Matilda IV is a Soviet tier 5 premium medium tank. A British tank supplied to the U.S.S.R. under Lend-Lease. In December 1941, one Matilda vehicle was equipped with the Soviet 76.2-mm ZiS-5 gun and the DT machinegun. As a result, the better penetration rate and use of HE shells significantly increased the firepower. There is no precise data on the large-scale re-equipment of vehicles. Though the Matilda IV is classified as a medium tank, when compared to similar-tiered vehicles it emerges more than equal in terms of durability, but its low mobility lends this tank to be played more as a heavy tank, specifically a tiny stock KV-1.

The Jagdpanzer E 100 is a German tier 10 tank destroyer. The E 100 was conceived as the basis for a self-propelled gun, an antiaircraft vehicle, and a tank destroyer. However, development was never started. The JagdPanzer E-100 is one of the two tier X German Tank Destroyers. Also known as "The Broomstick of Doom", or "Jageroo", is one of the most popular TD's at tier X for a very good reason. This tank features a massive 170mm cannon that bears striking resemblance to the artillery gun on the GwTiger and GwTiger(P). Dealing an average of 1050 damage a shot, the JagdPanzer E-100 can strike fear into the hearts of even the bravest tankers in World of Tanks. The alpha of the gun has the ability to bring down even tier X tanks with two shots. To balance the massive power of this tank, it has been given a horrid reload time, matching that of some artillery vehicles, so it is highly recommended that this tank be accompanied by a few others. The armor protection is quite good, the only true weak spot on the front of this monster is the lower armor plate, but when the tank is fought at an angle, even that can be difficult to penetrate. Never underestimate this tank, as doing so will cost you roughly half of your hitpoints, if not all. The Jagdpanzer E 100 marks the end of its German tank destroyer line.

The Object 705A is a Soviet tier 10 heavy tank. A version of the Object 705 heavy tank with a 152 mm gun and an upgraded engine. All work on the project was discontinued in 1948. The Object 705A marks the end of its Soviet heavy line.

The FV4005 Stage II is a British tier 10 tank destroyer. This tank destroyer project was developed on the basis of the Centurion Mk3 tank in the early 1950s. The vehicle was initially tested with a mechanized ammo rack. However, the ammo rack did not fit the turret, and it was canceled. One prototype was manufactured and underwent trials, but the vehicle never entered mass production. Wielding the most devastating gun in the game protruding from a massive box turret, the FV4005 Stage II affectionately became known as "Sh*tbarn" or "Doombarn". The FV4005 Stage II was released as an alternative to the FV215b (183). This featured increased mobility and gun handling, while sacrificing surviveability. It has almost no hull armor & a very large paper-thin turret. When the FV215b (183) was removed from the tech tree but kept as a collector's vehicle, the FV4005 Stage II received a "balancing update" to its gun handling and mobility. In the current state, this means inferior gun accuracy, aiming time, and movement speed to the FV215b (183). At this point one might ask... Why would anyone get this over the FV215b (183) or the FV217 Badger? Well, the FV215b (183) is no longer obtainable, and the FV217 Badger doesn't have the 183mm cannon with 1750 damage HESH shells, it has a 120mm that does 400 damage respectively. With this monstrous weapon, the FV4005 Stage II is arguably the deadliest support weapon in the game. Try popping out & shooting heavies while they are reloading, or giving the "Thor's Hammer" of fire support to a pack of protecting mediums. It is a lot less forgiving than the FV215b (183), so patience with aiming and timing of the attack is essential. You will need to keep an eye on the mini-map at all times, if a flank is failing go & lend your massive 183mm gun. The accuracy is extremely unreliable, thus AP shells are ineffective at medium to long range. Using HE (preferably HESH), The medium to long range shots will deal respectable damage, and taking the time to aim for weak spots will melt the HP of any vehicle who was unfortunate enough to be in front of you. If your patience is strong, awareness is keen, and with a little bit of luck, your gun will become the enemies living hell. The FV4005 Stage II marks the end of its British tank destroyer line.

Development of a new medium tank to replace the M48 began in the early 1950s. One prototype was built. In 1957, the project was discontinued in favor of the T95. The vehicle never entered service.

The development of a new tank for the British Army started in 1951. During research, various armaments, power units, and transmissions were considered. In January 1960, the first prototype of a new vehicle was built. In total, 6 prototypes were built that were improved several times during the trials. The continued work on the prototypes led to the Chieftain being adopted for service in 1966.

The T57 Heavy Tank is an American tier 10 heavy tank. A project for a heavy tank with an oscillating turret and automatic loader, developed from 1951. Experimental turrets for 120 mm and 155 mm guns were manufactured by 1957. However, the project was deemed unsuccessful and development was discontinued. The T57 Heavy Tank is a tier X heavy tank in the American tech tree and unlike the T110E5, the T57 is armed with a 4 round auto loader. Apart from that and the slow aim time, the T57's gun is nearly the same as the T110E5's one. Its armor isn't as good as that of the T110E5, but it can bounce shots if angled correctly. The reload on this tank is really outstanding, only needing about 22 seconds to load the magazine and a 2 second delay between shots, giving the gun amazing burst and DPM potential. Use the quick clip reload to your advantage and help your team deal massive damage to the enemy and this tank will be a force to be reckoned with. The T57 Heavy Tank marks the end of its American heavy line.

The IS is a Soviet tier 7 heavy tank. The IS-1 (IS-85) heavy tank was a thorough modernization of the KV-1. The tank featured the 85-mm D-5T gun. The IS-1 entered mass production in October 1943, but work was discontinued at the beginning of 1944, as the IS-2 (IS-122) tank entered mass production in December 1943. A total of 107 vehicles were manufactured. It is the first of the Iosef Stalin class tanks available to the player. The IS represents both the IS-1 and the early model IS-2. The IS can be researched from the KV-85 or from the KV-13, which is sometimes is used as an easy grind bridge. The stock tank is the IS-1, equipped with the 85mm gun also available on the KV-85. The IS is a continuation of the KV-85 and will thus feel very similar in terms of agility and speed. When equipped with a 122mm gun, it technically becomes an IS-2, which will feel much more potent when engaging other heavies. Like most Soviet heavy tanks, the IS fares much better engaging enemies at close range where the IS can hug cover and back off when it is reloading. Thus, the IS is better for maps such as Himmelsdorf where there are mostly close-quarters fighting and no big open areas. The frontal armor on the IS is adequate to bounce lower-tiered vehicles somewhat consistently and can pull off surprising bounces from higher tiered hostiles. Play this tank intelligently, choose the correct moments to fire at enemies, retreat to reload, and then unleash your gun upon hostiles once more. The IS is the exact definition of an adequately armored heavy tank that trades extreme protection (at least in World of Tanks) for mobility and firepower. The IS leads to the IS-3, and the IS-M.

The FV215b (183) is a British tier 10 premium tank destroyer. Project for a heavy SPG based on the Conqueror Mk II tank with a 183 mm gun and rear placement of the traversable turret and fighting compartment. The vehicle was designed to counter Soviet heavy tanks at long range (up to 1,829 m) and should have been able to withstand return fire from 122 mm guns at a distance of up to 500 m. After the development of 193 mm Malkara anti-tank rockets—which were a cheaper and more efficient choice for countering the IS-series tanks—the vehicle lost its relevance. The project was canceled shortly after a dummy vehicle was built. Assault tank based on the Conqueror chassis with a 183mm gun mounted on it. The project was cancelled in the 1950s and it never saw military service. Known as the "Death Star", this tank destroyer is well-known for its apocalyptic gun. Especially when loaded with premium shells, this monster is a death sentence to any tank and you must avoid frontal combat with this tank at all costs unless it's reloading. As a downside, the FV215b (183) can only turn its turret 45 degrees either direction. The gun has a horrific load time and low ammo capacity, comparable to SPGs, and is not very accurate. So as long as you can outmaneuver its gun range you will be able to destroy it. The FV215b (183) was replaced by the FV217 Badger turretless tank destroyer and became a special vehicle for those who had it before the replacement.

The Object 277 is a Soviet tier 10 heavy tank. Developed in 1956–1958 at the Kirov Plant, Leningrad, under the supervision of Joseph Kotin. Two prototypes were produced and underwent trials from 1959 through 1960. A hull and a turret were produced for testing for shell resistance. The development was discontinued in the summer of 1960 due to insufficient development of certain systems and components. In addition, the vehicle did not demonstrate any advantage over the Object 770 heavy tank. The Object 277 marks the end of its Soviet heavy line.

The 105 leFH18B2 is a French tier 5 premium self-propelled gun. Heavy B1 tanks captured by the German army during the French Campaign underwent modification and were actively used by the Wehrmacht. Some vehicles were converted into SPGs, designated 10.5 cm leFH18/3 auf Geschützwagen B2 (f). It is the first premium self-propelled gun to be added into the game. Overall it can be compared to the AMX 13 105 AM mle. 50, since its gun has about the same damage, accuracy, and range. It makes a valuable addition to firepower on public matches but still loses against opponents like the Grille for its unmatched accuracy and damage. Many players will feel right at home using this equipment as it can be very forgiving. Its relatively thick armor is able to bounce shots from low tier guns, giving it a better defense against light tanks. The leFH18B2 also weighs in at almost 33 tons, allowing it to destroy light tanks that attempt to ram it. This tank has kept the damage and penetration from before version 9.18, making it arguably the most powerful artillery tier-for-tier in the game -- even more so after 9.18 -- assuming it hits its target. The low splash radius and time to land can be frustrating for players and necessitates that you fully aim shots. This tank was removed from the in-game store in the 8.6 update. It will be given as special awards during specials and events, as well as sometimes appearing as a special offer in the premium shop, but generally only as a freebie for a package with the highest gold offers.