T-72AV

The T-72A is a tier 5 Main Battle Tank originating from the Soviet Union. It can be purchased for 1,500 Gold. This is a special event premium vehicle and can only be purchased during special sales events.

Player Recommendations
The first of a line of modular upgrades to the T-72 platform, the T-72AV continues the trend of heavy hitting firepower the T series is known for. High DPM and good upgraded mobility, it is a strong brawler and hull down warrior when it can fight on open ground. But with a mediocre stock top speed and acceleration and poor gun depression, this vehicle is one of the harder Russian MBTs to play compared to the T-80 and T-64 mod. 1975.

Pros

 * High alpha
 * Excellent turret armor

Cons

 * Poor hull armor
 * Poor gun depression
 * Mediocre stock top speed and acceleration

Upgrade Suggestions
Upgrading to the V-84 Diesel Engine will greatly improve the mobility of the T-72A, so this should be researched as early as possible to improve the poor stock mobility. Upgrading to the Kontakt-1 ERA offered heavily improved protection versus ATGMs and HEAT shells. Firepower upgrades such as ammunition and modules are important in the long run, but should not be focused early due to their high research cost relative to mobility and protection upgrades.

Retrofit Suggestions

 * Advanced Muzzle Reference System
 * Augmented Optics
 * Improved Gun Breech
 * Improved Pioneer Tool Kit

Commander and Crew Skill Suggestions

 * Commander: Juan Carlos, to improve the aim speed and crew stats.
 * Driver: Spin to Win, Off-Road Driving
 * Gunner: Sharpshooter, Do the Twist

Variants

 * T-72AV ICE
 * T-72AV ACE

History
A more advanced version of the T-72 with significantly improved armor characteristics. New composite armor provides superior protection on the turret and improvements in technology assist the T-72A with better targeting.