ZBL-08

The ZBL-08 is a tier 7 AFV originating from China, and is sold by Zhang Feng. It can be unlocked from the BVP-M2, and leads to the ST1.

Features

 * Subtle movement: moving on a low speed doesn't reduce your camouflage factor.
 * Recon package: this vehicle's recon package provides an improved vision range when stationary.
 * Waterproof: this vehicle can remain longer under water.

Pros and Cons
Unlocks Improved Telescopic Lenses V2

Pros

 * High-damage ATGMs
 * Decent mobility
 * Swaps between Autocannon and Missiles, almost instantly
 * Troop compartment

Cons

 * Terrible armour
 * AFV with no designation ability
 * Slow-flying ATGMs
 * Camouflage is not good
 * Bad autocannon

Upgrade Suggestions
Get the ATGM upgrades first, as they will be your main weapon, since the Autocannon is bad, then do things like suspension.

Retrofit Suggestions

 * Improved Gun Breech V2
 * Electro-Optical Absorbing Paint V2
 * Improved Telescopic Lenses V2

Commander and Crew Skill Suggestions
Commander: Crew Skills:
 * Sabrina Washington for stealth or Rashid Al-Atassi for ATGM buffs
 * Driver: Smooth Ride, Off-Road Driving


 * Gunner: Sharpshooter, Quick Draw

History
Class: Infantry Fighting Vehicle Developed: 2000-2006 Service: 2008+ Vehicles Built: cca 500-700 Operators: China, Venezuela, Gabon, Thailand The ZBL-08 Infantry Fighting Vehicle is a modern wheeled troop carrier from China by NORINCO. As usual, precious little information is available on this vehicle in English. The ZBL name is a military designation, referring to it being a wheeled IFV while the number 08 refers to the year it was accepted in service. It’s worth noting that some major sources incorrectly call it ZBL-09 based on the year it was first shown in public during the 1st of October 2009 National Day military parade celebrating the 60th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, operated by crews belonging to the 54th Group Army from the Jinan Military Region. The development likely started around the year 2000 with a prototype appearing in 2006. The wheeled platform was used for a wide variety of vehicles, with the ZBL-08 being a classic wheeled 8x8 IFV, somewhat resembling the Stryker. There are some reports that these vehicles might be organized into what is effectively a Chinese version of the American Stryker brigades, featuring multiple vehicles on the same platform. The number of vehicles built is currently unknown. Unlike some other modern Chinese vehicles, the ZBL-08 is also offered for export under the designation of VN-1. Venezuela purchased an unknown number of the VN1 IFVs along with some other Chinese vehicles in 2014. They entered official service in 2015. Gabon and Thailand also ordered several dozen pieces.