War Thunder: First look at the PzH 2000
The PzH 2000, or the Panzerhaubitze 2000, is the latest SPH to be added to War Thunder. This German-developed SPH was introduced to both the German and Italian tech trees in the game with the Storm Warning update. While the German version is a regular researchable one, the Italian version is a premium.
The Panzerhaubitze 2000 is one of the most advanced artillery vehicles in the game, rivaling vehicles like the Type-99, PLZ05, and Vidar. This article explains all you need to know about the PzH 2000 in this military vehicle combat MMO.
War Thunder: All you need to know about the PzH 2000
The PzH 2000 is an SPH that sits at Rank V, Battle Rating 7.7 in both the German and Italian tech trees. You can find it just below the Jagdtiger in the German ground tree, and on the Premium Vehicles section of the Italian ground tree.
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The vehicle is equipped with a 155 mm Rheinmetall L/52 howitzer with a 10-second autoloader. Although the SPH does not have a stabilizer, it has access to a laser rangefinder, making it easier for you to hit targets once you unlock the modification. The Panzerhaubitze 2000 can fire the following shells:
- M107
- M110
- M107 (PF)
- 155 mm OE F3
The M107 is the default High Explosive (HE) shell, while the 155 mm OE F3 is the best HE shell that this vehicle gets. It has a much higher velocity than the M107. Meanwhile, the M110 is a smoke shell and the M107 (PF) is the proxy shell.
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That said, there is minimal armor protection, and you will barely be able to stop even 12.7 mm bullets. The additional composite blocks provide a little more protection to the roof.
Although the SPH is heavy at 57.7 tonnes, its 1000 HP engine enables it to reach a maximum speed of 60 km/h in both forward and reverse. The neutral steering is also very smooth, allowing the vehicle to execute sharp pivots in any direction.
As mentioned, the PzH 2000 is a Premium Vehicle in the Italian tree and can be purchased for $49.99 from the Gaijin Store.
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