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The Kharkov-Rampager is the massive super-heavy tank of the Soviet Red Army.[1]
Background[]
Real world history[]
There was no project quite like the Kharkov in the real world. It is similar to a beefed-up T-35 Heavy Tank, but the USSR was not interested in multi-turreted designs after their dreadful failure during real-world use.
In the game, after the Turning Point, the Soviet vehicles were nearly decimated by the Allied and German forces. The catastrophic outcome of the Battle of Berlin, gave the incentive for Comrade General Stalin to address the general assembly and discuss the next generation flagship of the Soviet ground forces; the Kharkov superheavy battle tank.
Twenty Shermans or any of the other known enemy tank is hardly a match for Kharkov, state of the art weaponry. Its equipment includes one 120mm main, two 85mm secondary and two 75mm tertiary turrets. The Kharkov is supported by a next-generation servo system, an advanced dual power plant, an experimental engine system, and reinforced tri-steel armor.
Among its major contractors are industry giants; Korolev Engineering, Aurora Dynamics, Ural Mining Corporation, People's Camp of Siberia, and the Volkov-Tupoljev Industries. Where Kharkovs are deployed, they quickly put an end to any conflict. They serve as defenders of the Soviet people and the vanguard of the Soviet Motherland.
Characteristics[]
Availability[]
This vehicle is available from the War factory after the player reaches Tech Level 3 and researches "Mass Production". It can't be obtained by the Soviet Union Black market as a random vehicle.
Upgrades[]
Structure-specific[]
- Kharkov Rampage — Enables the "Kharkov Rampage" ability. This allows the tank to gain a 30% attack and damage bonus while receiving a 20% speed reduction and takes 40% more damage for 30 seconds.
Gameplay[]
Tactics[]
Counters[]
The Kharkov is a monster, but advanced weapons like the Ice Spitter or Sonic tank can deal massive damage to it. They will need support though. Elephant tank hunters are also very effective. The Allie's Lightning can use its special attack to deal massive damage to the Kharkov. Bombers or Exoskeletons also cannot be denied. Finally, the Giant zeppelin can also silence this mighty giant.
Assessment[]
Pros[]
- Incredible firepower that can level buildings and multiple enemy units.
- Easily the most durable land armored vehicle.
- Can use "Dig in" making it even tougher.
- Can fire on the move.
- Turrets can target multiple different enemies.
- Special "Rampager" mode allows it to decimate structures even faster.
- It cannot be taken by enemy heroes or skills.
Cons[]
- Cannot transport heroes.
- Requires an upgraded War Factory to be produced.
- Very slow.
- Extremely large.
- Limited to one per War Factory.
- Somewhat expensive and very slow to produce.
- Vulnerable to air units.
Selected Quotes[]
Idle:
"Kharkov ready!"
"Awaiting orders."
"Willing to serve!"
"Waiting for your command."
"One more click at me, you're dead!"
"I hope this rain stops soon."
"Mobile Hell, ready!"
"Show us to the crowd, commander!"
Movement:
"Moving to destination!"
"Lead the way, Commander!"
"Out of my way!"
"We will make you proud!"
"Treading the way!"
"Closing in!"
"Moving out!"
"Yes, Comrade!"
"Your command!"
"We do not care if they see us!"
Attack/Attack Move:
"Stand in our way, please."
"You are already dead!"
"We cannot be stopped!"
"We are the Red Army!"
Videos[]
Trivia[]
- This tank seems to be based on the Soviet T-35 Land Battleship.
- Multi-turret super-heavy tanks are generally considered to be extremely poor designs for real-world tanks.
- The Kharkov's "Show us to the crowd, commander!" line may be a reference to the T-35 and Char 2C's use as a propaganda-piece during the war.
Gallery[]
See also[]
Wikipedia: Super-heavy tank- Wikipedia: T-35
- Pershing - Allied counterpart
- Maus - German counterpart
References[]
- ↑ Digital Reality, 10tacle Studios, War Front: Turning Point. February 23, 2007.
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