AltProto AMX 30 Review: A Mobile Powerhouse

HOW TO PLAY | FIREPOWER | SURVIVABILITY | MOBILITY | EQUIPMENT | CREW SKILLS | HOW TO GET

Commanders!

Set your sights on the new tank in town. The latest French medium begs for your attention, but does it deserve it? We think so! A fresh face for the Legend of the Hunter Challenge, the AltProto AMX 30 is a Tier VIII speedster that loves to throw its weight around.

The concept was born from a 1958 Franco-German Standardpanzer program and involved a 30-ton vehicle with high mobility and powerful armament. Originally named the Char 30 AP, the project was designed for the French 105 mm F1 and was constantly modified to eventually give way to the AMX 30. Work was discontinued, but not in World of Tanks, and it's ready for you to play today. But first, let's run through the nuts and bolts and dissect some top tips and tricks before you roll out into battle!

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How to Play

The parameters displayed are valid for the vehicle with each crew member trained to 100% major qualification level. Some vehicle characteristics can be further improved with the Commander's bonus to major qualification level, crew perks, and skills, as well as special in-game items.
Main Characteristics
Firepower
Survivability
Mobility
AltProto AMX 30
VIII
Average Damage
300/300/400
 HP
Average Penetration
232/263/50
 mm
Hit Points
1,250
 HP
Top Speed / Reverse Speed
65/23
 km/h
Commander (Radio Operator)
Gunner
Driver
Loader
Firepower
Average Damage
300/300/400
 HP
Ammunition
50
 shells
Average Penetration
232/263/50
 mm
Gun Reload Time
9.59
 s
Dispersion at 100 m
0.35
 m
Gun Depression / Elevation Angles
−11/15
 deg
Aiming Time
2.4
 s
Shell Types
Shell Velocity
AP
1,000
 m/s
APCR
1,250
 m/s
HE
1,000
 m/s
Survivability
Concealment of Moving Vehicle
9.92/2.07
%
Hit Points
1,250
 HP
Concealment of Stationary Vehicle
13.22/2.76
%
Hull Armor
60/40/30
 mm
Signal Range
750
 m
Turret Armor
150/40/30
 mm
View Range
380
 m
Turret Traverse Speed
38
 deg/s
Mobility
Engine Power
680
 h.p.
Specific Power
24.3
 h.p./t
Traverse Speed
34
 deg/s
Top Speed / Reverse Speed
65/23
 km/h
   

Overall, the AltProto AMX 30 is a powerful mobile weapon best used as an explosive fighter. Use its excellent mobility to redeploy quickly where needed, and wield the solid penetration value of your AP rounds to rain fire upon helpless enemies. The solid gun mantlet and gun depression angles also allow you to exploit peak points on maps. Just be wary of being too aggressive and straying too far from the safety of your allies, as you may quickly get overwhelmed by enemy forces.
 
But this tank stacks up nicely against many French mediums in the game, and you can switch between all your existing French medium crews with ease. Now, let's take a closer look at firepower, survivability, and mobility!

Firepower

Time to dive into the most explosive part of the tank! The AltProto AMX 30 packs a potent 100 mm SA 47-58 firearm capable of penetrating an impressive 232 mm with AP shells and 263 mm with APCR. The 300 HP of damage per shot puts it toward the higher end for its tier, but the 1,800 DPM proves a little weaker in comparison.

The crème de la crème of this Frenchman, though, is the outstanding 11-degree gun depression angle. Combined with the strong gun mantlet, it's ideal for peering over ridgelines and picking apart unsuspecting foes. It compares favorably against older-style hull-down mediums, such as the T25 Pilot Number 1 and M46 Patton KR, with better mobility and greater alpha damage at its disposal. Just beware of taking on same-tier heavies without an escape plan, and know that making rushed snapshots will prove to be an unreliable tactic.

Survivability

The AltProto AMX 30 has some armor to boast about, but the terrain will likely be your best friend or savior in battles. The sturdy gun mantlet will block some shots, and the 60/40/30 mm hull armor will bounce incoming shells at some angles but should not be exposed if you want to remain in the fight for long.

The remarkable 11 degrees of gun depression will hide a cupola positioned towards the rear of the tank and give pestering foes less to aim at. Meanwhile, the concealment value and 380 m view range are decent for a medium tank but are not attributes you can rely on to make a good spotter.

Mobility

This is where the AltProto AMX 30 can really shine. The impressive top speed of 65 km/h and stirring power-to-weight ratio make it one of the speediest mediums out there. It matches the Kampfpanzer 07 RH in that department and offers mobility superior to the CS-52 LIS, Lansen C, and T42.

It can be a little sluggish on an incline while hauling around that trusty firearm. Still, this fiery French tank remains one of the closest to light mediums you can find and will be ready to take on an opponent anywhere on the battlefield at a moment's notice.

Equipment

Check out the setup below to ensure the maximum performance of your tank.

Recommended Setup

Crew Skills

Commander
Gunner
Driver
Loader

Repair is a crucial second skill if you want to remain in the game for longer. You shouldn't lead the charge or fight in the first line, but even in the second line, your tracks could be destroyed, and you don't want to be caught without them. Make sure you are always ready for a quick escape or to change to a more advantageous position. The additional skills improve your gun and general performance in battle, especially Brothers in Arms.

How to Get

Take on the Legend of the Hunter Challenge and get the AltProto AMX 30 with a stylish Char de Chastel 3D style for free or with a personal discount! Fight your way through and complete Chapter missions, or head to the Premium Shop and get the whole bundle, featuring all Chapter I mission rewards, as well as the vehicle itself.

If you're still unsure, you can take advantage of discounts at any Stage. Completing Chapter I Stages will provide you with discounts on the final price of the bundle—get 10% off for each Stage completed. For example, completing 5 out of the 10 Stages will knock 50% off the price!

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Additional Grousers

Increases mobility on soft and medium terrain.

Increases hull traverse speed.

Increases the ability to maintain speed.

Adrenaline Rush

Decreases the gun reload time by 10% if your vehicle's HP drops below 10%.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Brothers in Arms / Sisterhood of Steel

Increases the training level of your crew members by 5%.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100% for every single crew member.

Band of Brothers

Increases the training level of your crew members by 5%.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100% for every single crew member.

Also works if other crew members have the Brothers in Arms / Sisterhood of Steel perk.

Call for Vengeance

Reports the location of enemy vehicles for two more seconds after the destruction of your own vehicle.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Clutch Braking

Increases the traverse speed of your vehicle.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Commander's Vision System

Reduces the concealment of moving enemy vehicles.

Reduces the concealment of enemy vehicles behind foliage.

Concealment

Increases the camouflage value of your vehicle.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Controlled Impact

Increases the ramming damage dealt and decreases damage taken by ramming.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Deadeye

Increases the chance of landing a critical hit.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Designated Target

Keeps targeted vehicles visible for two more seconds.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Eagle Eye

Allows you to identify damaged/destroyed modules as well as injured crew members of an enemy vehicle by hovering your mouse over it for several seconds.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Firefighting

Reduces the damage and duration of fire.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Intuition

Reduces the time to switch between shells in a fully loaded gun, double-barreled gun, or magazine.

The skill is effective after training starts. The average skill level is applied if multiple loaders are trained.

Minimum time to switch: 1 second for standard guns, or 2.5 seconds for double-barreled guns and magazines.

Improved Aiming

Smaller aiming circle size.

Improved Hardening

Fully restores suspension hit points after repairs.

Increases suspension load capacity.

Increases vehicle hit points.

Enhances suspension durability.

Reduces hull damage caused by suspension damage during impact.

Faster suspension repair speed.

Improved Radio Set

Increases the time an enemy vehicle is visible.

Reduces the time your vehicle is visible to the enemy.

Improved Rotation Mechanism

Reduces dispersion during vehicle movement and traverse, as well as during turret rotation.

Improves hull and turret traverse speed.

Jack of All Trades

Reduces the performance penalty of wounded crew members.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Low Noise Exhaust System

Reduces the visibility of a stationary or moving vehicle.

Mentor

Increases the Crew XP gained for each crew member apart from the commander.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Modified Configuration

Prevents one fuel tank fire, ammo rack explosion, or engine destruction in one battle.

Increases engine durability and the capacity of the ammo rack and fuel tank.

Reduces the damaged ammo rack penalty and damaged engine penalty.

Reduces the chance of engine fire.

Increases repair speed.

Off-Road Driving

Increases mobility on medium and soft terrain.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Preventative Maintenance

Reduces the chance of engine fire.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Recon

Increases the view range of your vehicle.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Relaying

Increases the signal range of allied vehicles within your radio coverage.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Repair

Reduces the repair time of destroyed modules.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Safe Stowage

Increases the durability of your vehicle's ammo rack.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Signal Boosting

Increases the signal range of your vehicle.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Situational Awareness

Increases the view range of your vehicle.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Sixth Sense

Shows a light bulb three seconds after you've been spotted.

Works only if the skill progress has reached 100%.

Smooth Ride

Reduces the dispersion penalty while driving.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Snap Shot

Reduces the dispersion penalty when traversing the turret.

The higher the skill progress, the stronger the effect.

Spall Liner

Decreases damage taken by ramming and high-explosive splash.

Turbocharger

Increases engine power.

Increases top forward speed.

Increases top reverse speed.

Binocular Telescope

Increases the view range of your vehicle by 25%.

Your hull must be stationary for at least 3 seconds.

Camouflage Net

Significantly increases the camouflage value of your vehicle.

Your hull must be stationary for at least 3 seconds.

Enhanced Gun Laying Drive

Reduces the aiming time of your gun by 10%.

Coated Optics

Increases the view range of your vehicle by 10%.

Gun Rammer

Reduces the reload time of your gun by 10%.

Toolbox

Decreases the repair time of destroyed modules.

Cumulative with the Repair skill.

Improved Ventilation

Increases the training level of your crew members by 5%.

Vertical Stabilizer

Reduces the dispersion penalties when moving and during hull and turret traverse by 20%.

"Wet" Ammo Rack

Increases the module HP of your ammo rack.


Now get out there and show them who's boss! Roll Out!

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