Armor Overview
Master the art of tank warfare in Hell Let Loose
Tanks
Complete database of all tanks with detailed stats, armor values, and combat analysis.
Getting Started
Essential fundamentals and beginner-friendly tips for new tank crews.
Identification
Learn to identify enemy tanks at a glance and understand their capabilities.
Ranging
Perfect your ranging skills to hit targets at any distance.
Community
Connect with other tank crews, share strategies, and join the community.
Update 18 Armor Changes
Essential viewing: Learn about the latest armor mechanics and changes in Update 18
Gunner POV
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Spotter POV
Master the art of spotting and coordination from Raz
Tank Database
Complete guide to all tanks in Hell Let Loose
Data as of Update 18
As of U18, recon vehicles have not received any adjustments
Tank Type
Tank Comparison
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Ranging Guide
Master the art of accurate tank gunnery
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Armor Sights
Select Tank for Scope View
Choose any tank from the available factions to view its scope image with ranging markers. This tool helps you practice estimating distances using tank sights.
Note: These sights are based on AP rounds only
How to Use:
- Select a faction to filter tanks
- Click on any tank to open its scope view
- Click on the scope image to add ranging markers
- Markers appear every 100m for distance estimation
- Use this to practice ranging in-game
Tank Identification Guide
Learn to identify tanks quickly and accurately
Practice Identification
Identification Tips
- Look at the silhouette and overall shape
- Check the turret design and gun barrel
- Observe the suspension and track system
- Note the engine deck and exhaust
- Pay attention to the commander's cupola
- Count the road wheels and their spacing
- Identify the main gun caliber and length
- Look for distinctive markings or camouflage
- Check the presence of side skirts or armor
- Note the overall size and proportions
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Getting Started in Tanking
Essential fundamentals and beginner-friendly tips for new tank crews
Essential Tutorial Videos
Tank Basics
Learn the fundamentals of tank warfare
Combat Guide
Advanced combat strategies and tactics
Essential Fundamentals
Tanker Roles
Understanding the roles and who does what



Health Management
Monitor all four health bars - each affects combat capability in critical ways.
U18 Update: Damage is now modular. Tankers must repair each component individually by looking at it and starting repairs. Repair stations prioritize components as they always have, starting with tracks.

Hull
This is considered the overall health of the tank. Use this to gauge how much health your vehicle has.

Turret
A damaged turret will slow the rotation of the gun, as well as prevent the use from your coaxial machine gun if your tank has one.

Engine
CRITICAL COMPONENT! Once this goes down your engine will begin smoking and the tank will turn off. To restore this, you must repair the engine back to 100% and then turn over the tank again to start moving.

Tracks
Damaged tracks limit the mobility of the tank, however are not fully crucial. The tank can still move and spin fully but will remain stuck in first gear.
Tank Types
Understanding the different tank classifications and their roles on the battlefield.

Heavy Tank
The backbone of armored warfare. Heavy tanks provide superior armor protection and firepower, making them ideal for breakthrough operations and engaging enemy armor at long range.

Medium Tank
Balanced combination of mobility, armor, and firepower. Medium tanks excel at supporting infantry advances and providing mobile firepower across various terrain.

Light Tank
Fast and agile reconnaissance vehicles. Light tanks prioritize speed and mobility over armor, making them excellent for scouting, flanking, and hit-and-run tactics.

Recon Vehicle
Specialized reconnaissance and support vehicles. These units excel at gathering intelligence, providing fire support, and maintaining battlefield awareness. The spotter position can activate a recon ability to spot enemies in a large area.
Infantry Weapon Damage (vs Tanks) - Update 18 Changes
Know your enemy's firepower to assess threats and prioritize targets:
Approx. 300 damage per hit
High Threat - Shots to Kill:
- 4 shots to kill Heavy tanks
- 3 shots to kill Medium tanks
- 2 shots to kill Light tanks
Note: PIAT/Panzerschreck can pen any side of medium tanks or below, whereas Bazookas can only pen back of mediums and below. Think "medium" rounds for PIAT/Panzerschreck and "light" rounds for Bazookas.
Approx. 64 damage per hit
Medium Threat - Shots to Kill:
- 19 shots for Heavy tanks
- 15 shots for Cromwell Mk.IV
- 14 shots for Medium tanks
- 10 shots for Light tanks
Always Peek Cover
Position your tank so only the turret is visible (Hull down), or peek cover to where you can back up quickly.
- Use terrain to better ricochet, as the higher you are the easier it is to bounce shots
- Keep hull behind cover and only expose turret if possible
- Use reverse to quickly escape if you get shot first
Survivability & Positioning
Never stay out in the open, always have an escape route.
- Always be moving from cover to cover
- Have a quick escape route by either quickly moving forward in first gear (especially with the panther) or quickly reversing (Tiger I, 76 Jumbo) depending on which gears work quicker on your respective tank
- Ensure you always prioritize other armor, despite what blueberries run up and tell you. You cannot survive if armor is not subdued first
- You have a big gun, use it for range. You cannot turn around fast enough in a fight, but you can the further away you are
Communication & Coordination
Master crew communication and team coordination for maximum combat effectiveness.
- Maintain constant crew communication
- Coordinate with other tank crews
- Use proper radio protocols
- Share intelligence and positions
Pro Tips from BEER Clan
- Communication Tactics: Often times people will be overcommited to "legit" tank coms.. but the reality is this is a game and sometimes simple is better, especially for "new" tankers or tankers that you havent played with. Starting off with "gunner/driver/spotter" followed by a clock direction (12-front, 6- back etc). This will help with basic orientation. Driver commands can be called out as "ass back right" or "ass back left" for easy orientation. This tip is 100% up to you and whatever your crew jives with so be sure to see what works best for your crew!
- Focus the Hull.. ALWAYS: Unlike War Thunder or Squad 44, Hell Let Loose uses simplified damage - focus on hitting the hull for maximum effectiveness
- Engine Positioning: Keep engine compartment protected - rear hits can leave you stranded and unable to restart
- How to Ricochet: Peak the front of your tank out of cover at a 30 degree angle to increase the likelihood of a ricochet. Your tank being higher than another tank can also increase this likelihood
- The Smoke Trick: Use smoke for retreating or attacking, don't forget you can ping THROUGH the smoke! ▶ Watch Demo
- Retreat Timing: Know when to disengage - survival and repositioning beats dying for a single kill
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