The U.S. had only two Tier VI tank destroyers: The M36 Jackson and M18 Hellcat. That changes today, as the brand-new T78 joins the nation as the first TD Premium at that Tier! So where does it fit among all Tier VI tank destroyers in the game? For starters, at the moment, it has the highest rating for Specific Power, the second highest View Range, and the third highest for Standard Shell Damage and Premium Shell Penetration.
The T78 is a hybrid of sorts, as it combines the M24 Chaffee's light tank chassis with with the M36 Jackson's 90 mm tank destroyer cannon. It features a fully rotatable turret, powerful gun, and light armor, so be prepared with shoot-and-scoot tactics. Also, the War Chest, Ultimate, and Loaded bundles include a removable T78-exclusive "Federalist" special 3D style — perfect for the 4th of July!
A Closer Look at the T78:
Main Characteristics
Firepower
Survivability
Mobility
T78
VI
Average Damage
240/240/320 HP
Average Penetration
160/221/45 mm
Hit Points
600 HP
Top Speed / Reverse Speed
55/14 km/h
Commander (Radio Operator)
Gunner
Driver
Loader
Firepower
Average Damage
240/240/320 HP
Gun Reload Time
8.3 s
Average Penetration
160/221/45 mm
Ammunition
47 item(s)
Dispersion at 100 m
0.38 m
Turret Traverse Speed
20 deg/s
Aiming Time
2 s
Gun Depression / Elevation Angles
-10/20°
Shell Types
Shell flight speed
AP
853 m/s
APCR
1,066 m/s
HE Shell
853 m/s
Survivability
Concealment of Moving Vehicle
10.89%
Hit Points
600 HP
Concealment of Stationary Vehicle
18.13%
Hull Armor
25/25/19 mm
Signal Range
750 m
Turret Armor
76/25/25 mm
View Range
370 m
A vehicle’s survivability on the battlefield depends on how well you know its strengths: take advantage of the view range and concealed positions for spotting. The TD literally has no armor, so do not take any chances—play safe and take advantage of your concealment.
Mobility
Engine Power
550 h.p.
Specific Power
21.86 h.p./t
Traverse Speed
30 deg/s
Top Speed / Reverse Speed
55/14 km/h
Weight / Load Limit
25.1/26.5 t
A top speed of 55 km/h allows for changes of position as needed. The Т78 reaches top speed quickly enough to take a suitable position for long-range combat—storming Himmelsdorf’s castle is not one of your objectives!
With "Federalist" Style and No Style:
Speaking of red, white, and blue, the T26E5Patriot Tier VIII heavy tank is also available. Although it's Clad in a permanent camouflage with an eagle on the turret and "We the People" on the 90 mm cannon, it brings more than just style to the battlefield. Use its 390 m view range to locate and from afar and wear them down with firepower — among other tactics.
Each vehicle is available in four bundles. If you want them both, check out our "Back to Back" offer that features the T78 and T26E5 Patriot, XP multipliers, and more!
Patriots for the 4th of July: T78&T26E5 Patriot
OFFERS BEGIN: Monday, July 1, 04:20 PT | 06:20 CT | 07:20 ET OFFERS END: Monday, July 15, 04:20 PT | 06:20 CT | 07:20 ET