World of tanks 1.0 development tree. Changes in the German branch of WoT tanks. Maus in the sandbox
- Update date: 12 Feb 2019
- Tested on patch: 1.4.0.1
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Latest update information: Updated for 1.4.0.1
Important: A new patch has been released and the installation folder for mods will change, now they need to be installed in the WOT/res_mods/1.6.0/ and WOT/mods/1.6.0/ folders. Most of the mods work, just move them to the 1.6.0 folder, if one of the mods still doesn’t work, wait for it to be adapted on our website.
You've probably come across various mods that change the standard development tree more than once, right? This modification by Johny_Bafak is much better than its analogues, if only because the creator packaged his creation in a convenient installer where you can choose different design options for the research window.
Description of the vertical development tree
First, the answer to the main question: “why do people even need such mods?” The thing is that before one of the previous patches the tree was vertical, until the developers made it horizontal. In addition, it now does not fit on the entire screen and you have to scroll through it. Fashions are bringing back the old style, which should please conservatives.
This is what one of the new tree views looks like. The prizes are at the bottom, the flags of nations are at the top, and the equipment is located in the middle:
In the installer you can select various options, for example:
- one of four tree design options, with different placement of equipment in it;
- three visual styles for your choice;
- display of special tanks (non-researchable) in the tree.
Installing a vertical development tree for 0.9.17
- Follow the installer's instructions. Correctly specify the path to the World of Tanks client; without this, the mod will be installed in a different folder.
The development tree is part of the World of Tanks hangar interface, designed for researching combat vehicles of different nations. We present to your attention a mod that stylizes the appearance of the “Research” tab to resemble early versions of the game.
In the development tree of the latest versions of World of Tanks, research goes from left to right. All nations, except for the relatively recently introduced “Japanese” and “Chinese”, have a large amount of researchable equipment. This is not a problem since the tree can be scrolled horizontally. At the same time, the continuity of research chains is preserved and the development tree clearly shows in what sequence it is necessary to move from the first levels to the tops.
In earlier versions, the development tree was vertical. The first level vehicle was placed on top and further down the level and number of tanks increased. The Soviet development branch once looked something like the Chinese one in the screenshot below:
Here it becomes clear why the transition to a horizontal structure occurred. If for a small number of tanks the vertical arrangement is quite clear, then as the number grows, such a development tree ceases to be convenient and informative. This is clearly seen in the example of a modern German branch in a vertical arrangement:
The vertical development tree should appeal to old-timers of the game who registered their accounts many years ago and saw early versions, or to those who are tired of the standard interface and want to change something in the hangar.
What would the lists of tanks of all nations be without prototype tanks?
We have collected for you all the development trees of each nation in World of Tanks and excluded from them prototype tanks and tank projects that exist only on paper. There are no tanks left in the technology trees that were not embodied in metal. This is what we got.
Chinese development tree
The Chinese tree mainly loses tanks of levels 8-10. It's interesting to note that WZ-120 is simply the production name for the Type-59. It's literally the same car.
Czech development tree
Goodbye Czech tree. Only tanks of levels 2 and 3 remain in it. Known by the Germans as Pz 35 (t) and Pz 38 (t).
French development tree
The French tree has largely disappeared. This nation did not have heavy tanks before or after World War II. The only exception was perhaps the TT B1. Tank destroyers ceased to exist, like most self-propelled guns.
German development tree
The German tree lost a lot of cars, almost the entire 10th level disappeared. It is worth noting that many German tanks are prototypes of later versions of tanks. For example, VK 30.02M and Panther. Or VK 36.01H and Tiger.
American development tree
American tank destroyers and self-propelled guns remained almost untouched, but the TT and tank destroyer branches almost disappeared.
Japanese development tree
Japan lost almost all tanks above level 5. Not too surprising considering Japan was more concerned about its air and naval forces as an island nation.
The USSR lost a whole line of heavy tanks, almost all of its light tanks, another branch of tank destroyers and 3 out of 4 development sub-branches. Almost all premium tanks also disappeared, being prototypes, and the remaining vehicles were participants in the Lend-Lease program.
British development tree
The UK boasts the most comprehensive technology tree in World of Tanks. However, their medium tanks only lose levels 1 and 10. However, the entire branch of tank destroyers lost all their vehicles after level 2. All
Update 0.9.17.1 is approaching and drastic changes will affect several German development branches that are currently not relevant for players.
What changes will the German branch of World of Tanks tanks receive?
Branch changesMaus
Now the Maus tank branch will split into another TT-10 – Pz.Kpfw – will appear in the German top. VII, which will be a logical continuation of the Tiger (P) branch - VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A – VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. B. Thus, sneakers will not leave the game, but will become an independent branch in the top with a vehicle that is similar in concept to previous tanks.
Pz.Kpfw. VII is the already well-known “lion slipper”, which was given to players for participating in battles on the Global Map. With entry into the German TT development branch, it will noticeably improve its characteristics: it will become much more effective in dealing damage and will acquire truly monolithic armor in the front of the hull. As for the branch to Maus, it will now look like this: Tiger (P) - new tank VK 100.01 (P) - Mäuschen - MAUS. The two hundred ton monster itself will also receive an upgrade that will allow it to fire and tank more effectively.
How Pz.Kpfw tanks. VII
At the moment, VK 72.01 is a Tier X super-heavy tank, which is awarded to players for impressive successes in battles on the Global Map. In terms of characteristics, the “lion slipper” is very similar to its pumpable brother, the E-100, but has a rear-mounted turret.
However, its speed significantly exceeds the E-100 - the “slipper” reaches 40 km/h. Among the disadvantages, the tank has rather weak side armor and a small ammunition load - 24 rounds.
The tank will change its name and become the crown of a new branch of German TT. Now Pz.Kpfw. VII will also receive a small app. The base armor penetration will increase to 246 mm, the DMP and accuracy will slightly increase, the ammunition load will also increase to 35 shells. But the most important thing is that the “lion slipper” will receive much more impressive frontal armor, which will allow it to fight off all calibers in the game.
Before we talk about the E-100 in our game, let's dig a little into history. The project to create a super-heavy E-series tank appeared among German designers in the early 40s of the 20th century, when the country was already waging a war against the USSR and the countries of the Allied bloc.
German designers planned to create a super-armored tank that could carry huge ammunition for long-term confrontation with enemy tanks.
However, Germany was never able to implement the E-series due to the enormous costs of combat operations and simply due to lack of time. In 1945, Germany was completely defeated, and the Panzerkampfwagen E-100 remained only in the drawings.
In World of Tanks, the E-100 is located at level X and a small upgrade awaits it in update 0.9.17.1. In general, nothing fundamentally new will happen to the tank, only the base armor penetration of the 15 cm gun will increase. It was 235 mm, but will become 246 mm. This upgrade will allow the E-100 to use expensive cumulative projectiles much less frequently.
Maus in the sandbox
German designers got excited about building an incredibly armored tank under the modest name Maus in 1942, when luck was still with the Wehrmacht forces.
The construction of the tank was undertaken by Ferdinard Porsche and by 1944 he had already presented Hitler with a couple of working options that had not yet received weapons. Hitler was forced to abandon further development, since the front required enormous funds.
In our game, Maus is located at Tier X and has the strongest armor among all TTs in the game. Of the poles, one can also note the largest margin of safety and good weapons.
The main disadvantage of the “mouse” has always been its very poor mobility, which makes the tank a tempting target for artillery.
In patch 0.9.17.1 Maus will receive the long-awaited upgrade. First of all, the DPM will increase significantly - if previously the basic reload of a gun reached almost 15 seconds, it will become less than 12 seconds, the accuracy and aiming time will also become much better. The stabilization of the gun will improve, but most importantly, the thickness of the frontal armor of the turret will become even thicker - 260 mm, whereas it was 240 mm. Now the “mouse” will take a hit much better and only the “gold” will be able to overcome the forehead of the tower.
Game on Panther II - 7 kills
As for the Panther II medium tank, the most important change in patch 0.9.17.1 will be the ability to install a fundamentally new gun, which will have the same average damage - 240 units, but with much better armor penetration - 223 mm. Also, the “panther” will be converted to HD, which will result in a change in its armor.
In the WoT tank simulator, the technology development branches were vertical a couple of years ago, but then they became horizontal. Many players are already accustomed to the old option and do not want to give it up. This is why the presented mod was created, changing the structure of the development tree.
Like the list of others for the game, this one is in quite high demand among gamers. It is present in many modpacks and has long proven itself. Install this mod and enjoy the usual development branches.
Development tree mod download
It is worth saying that the modification is presented in two different variations. After downloading and launching the file, you can choose a vertical development tree with or without premium tanks. If you don’t need premium equipment, then you can safely use the second option. In this case, the tree will be a little more compact and convenient.
To install the old development tree in World of Tanks, you will need to download the archive, unpack it anywhere, open the JBVT file and then follow the instructions. After installation, you can start the simulator. Now the development branches will be arranged vertically. The mod will appeal to many game fans.
