| PL-01 | |
|---|---|
| |
| Details | |
Tier / Class:
|
10 LT |
Nation: |
Poland |
Dealer: |
Marat Shishkin |
Reputation: |
2,160,300 |
Cost: |
22,950,000 |
| Stats - Stock (Renowned) | |
Max Damage: |
520 (530) |
DPM: |
4,542 (5,142) |
Penetration: |
720 (780) mm |
Hit Points: |
2,400 |
Hull F/S/R: |
340 / 80 / 45 |
Turret F/S/R: |
200 / 100 / 80 |
Max Speed: |
70.00 km/h |
Acceleration 0-32kph: |
3.73 s |
Hull Traverse: |
38.30 deg/s |
Camouflage: |
24% |
Vision: |
460 m |
Accuracy (Spread): |
0.11° |
Max Cannon Depression: |
-10.0 / -1.0° |
Turret Traverse Speed: |
44.30 deg/s |
The PL-01 is a tier 10 Light Tank originating from Poland, and is sold by Marat Shishkin. It can be unlocked with a tier 10 Unlock Token, and is the end of the LT line.
Contents
Features[]
- Invisible movement: motion does not reduce camouflage factor.
- High caliber: the high caliber weaponry deals an increased damage
- Active Camo : provides the same camo as foliage when the vehicle is stationary
- Uninhabited modules: the uninhabited turret (battle module) receives reduced damage
- Self homing: tracks and follows targets
Player recommendations[]
The LT with the best overall armor profile, the PL-01 is a monster flanker and missile tanker. When upgraded with the Ceramic Armor Upgrade, the PL-01 has the armor and design to withstand heavy fire that would wither any other LT. Mobility is not lost in the upgrade process, with the PL-01 being able to keep up with nearly any other vehicle on the battlefield. A jack of all trades, the PL-01 can act as a flanker, hit and runner, and AFV hunter if played correctly.
Pros and cons[]
Pros[]
- Good mobility
- Excellent gun handling
- Good frontal armor
Cons[]
- Rear mounted turret
- High profile
Upgrade suggestions[]
Upgrading to the ADAPTIV Active Camo, which increases camo ratings to protect against return fire, is vital for playing the PL-01 as a sniper and flanker. Upgrading to the 120mm DM73 APFSDS will heavily increase effective damage output, and the Rapid-fire Smoke Launchers Mk.2 and Hard Kill APS will enhance the defensive capabilities of the vehicle.
Retrofit suggestions[]
- Improved Gun Breech
- Advanced Muzzle Reference System
- Electro-Optical Absorbing Paint
- Augmented Optics
Commander and crew skill suggestions[]
- Commander: Sabrina Washington, for improvements to camo rating, view range, and accuracy
- Driver: Smooth Ride, Off-Road Driving
- Gunner: Quick Draw, Sharpshooter
Armor[]
| Reputation Cost | Credits | Hull Armor (F/S/R) | Hull Composition | Turret Armor (F/S/R) | Turret Composition | ERA Type | ERA Modifiers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | Stock | 340/80/45 | Composite | 200/100/80 | Composite | ||||||
| The PL-01 is an innovative Polish design utilizing specialized ceramics across the entirety of the vehicle, along with radar absorbing technology. The frontal arc of the turret and hull can resist conventional tank fire, while the sides offer protection against AFVs. | |||||||||||
Firepower[]
| Shell name | Type | Reputation | Damage | Area of effect | Penetration | Velocity | Accuracy (Fully Aimed) | Reload Time | Shells in Magazine | Reload within Magazine | Burst Fire Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120mm DM53A1 APFSDS | AP | Stock | 520 | 0m | 720mm | 1,650m/s | 0.11° | 16.00s | 6 | {{{reloadm}}}s | 22.00rd/min |
| 120mm M325 HEAT-MP | HEAT | Stock | 550 | 0m | 800mm | 1,410m/s | 0.11° | 16.00s | 6 | {{{reloadm}}}s | 22.00rd/min |
| 120mm DM63A1 APFSDS | AP | 161,080 | 530 | 0m | 780mm | 1,700m/s | 0.11° | 16.00s | 6 | {{{reloadm}}}s | 22.00rd/min |
| Missile Name | Type | Reputation | Damage | Penetration | Velocity | Reload Time | Missiles in Launcher | Reload within Launcher | Burst Fire Rate | Splash Radius | Flight Agility | Self-Guided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAHAT AGTM-TH | Tandem-HEAT | 265,415 | 425 | 800mm | 320m/s | 16.00s | 1 | {{{reloadm}}}s | 22.00rd/min | 0m | {{{agility}}}deg/s | Affirmative |
Mobility[]
| Name | Reputation Cost | Credits | Max Speed | Reverse Speed | 0 to 32km/h | 0 to Max Speed | Hull Traverse | Fire Chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTU 8v199 te21 Diesel Engine | Stock | Stock | 70.00 km/h | {{{reverse}}} | 3.73s | {{{0-max}}} | 38.30 deg/s | {{{firechance}}} |
Upgrades[]
| Name | Reputation Cost | Credits | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spall Liner | 46,860 | 734,095 | Increases vehicle HP by 150.
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| ADAPTIV Active Camo | 128,865 | 2,018,750 | Improves vehicle camo while stopped by 30%.
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| GALIX 17 Smoke Grenades | 70,290 | 1,101,140 | Provides 9 total smoke grenades with a 3-round magazine. Smoke can be fired every 3 seconds. The magazine takes 60 seconds to reload.
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| AWiSS APS | 96,650 | 1,514,085 | An Active Protection System that has a chance of destroying AGTMs around a player's vehicle from a range of 250m or more.
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| Improved Gunner Sight | 102,505 | 1,605,805 | Improves overall accuracy by 10%.
|
| Improved Thermal Sight | 151,010 | 2,365,665 | Increases effectiveness of spotting through foliage by 15%.
|
| Improved Drive Sprockets | 31,850 | 498,950 | Improves the vehicle's acceleration on difficult terrain up to a maximum of 5%.
|
| Improved Suspension | 25,625 | 401,455 | Improves handling on rough terrain by 10%. |
History[]
Class: Light Tank (Concept)
Developed: 2013-2015
Service: N/A
Vehicles Built: 1
Operators: N/A
The PL-01 was a technology demonstrator jointly developed by Poland and the United Kingdom using the CV90 chassis and a lot of cardboard. The original idea that eventually led to the development of the PL-01 concept was to replace the aging Polish fleet of T-72M1 tanks. The machine was unveiled to the public during the 2013 International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce. It was, however, never a serious project, but rather an attempt to catch public attention and imagination. In this goal, it definitely succeeded.
The development of the concept continued at OBRUM (with BAE cooperation) from 2013 and in mid-2015, it was announced that the vehicle (now renamed WWB Gepard) could enter production in 2018. However, in late 2015, questions started arising regarding the validity of the entire WWB concept, specifically its inferior protection levels despite the presence of advanced electronics and active protection systems. This weakness is especially noticeable when comparing the WWB concept with modern tanks in Polish service, such as the Leopard 2. These questions arose even before the current crisis in Ukraine, but the tank battles taking place there have clearly shown that the age of the Main Battle Tank is not over just yet.
Another factor considered by the Polish Ministry of Defense is the appearance of the T-14 Armata and other "next-gen" Russian vehicles, capable of withstanding the firepower of a 120mm tank cannon and making the main armament of the Gepard potentially obsolete. This issue is further accentuated by Rheinmetall's announcement about the development of a new 130mm cannon for the Leopard 2 chassis. As a result of these concerns, the Polish MoD announced in February 2016 that the goals of the WWB program would change from replacing obsolete Main Battle Tanks to complementing the modernized MBTs in Polish service and the project was either permanently shelved or cancelled outright.
