j0nn0, on 02 September 2019 - 09:56 AM, said:
I find that it works best as an ambush scout initially, then transitions to an ambush support ninja for most games. Unfortunately, unless you have a bunch of soft targets, you'll usually be lobbing shells to get some splash damage. The HEAT is only usable against some larger pieces of flat armor such as a Lowe's flank or rear. Calibrated shells are almost a necessity to make these shots work.
You mentioned that sniping is 100% fail, but in my experience sniping is more of a potshot gamble game. At least one of my ace games i have on wotbreplays is of me sniping for a good two thirds of the match before closing in for point blank action. The key to good play in any event is to be patient, pick your targets, make your shots count, and have a large stash of credits if you plan to play the T49 for a lot of games. I reckon that I've burnt through at least 10 million by now with some of the antics I've pulled.
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This should be the replay in question. Kinda hard to check cuz im on phone right now. https://replays.woti...1113da767d5e5a8
I’ll try that approach. Interesting to watch the battle in armor inspector. I didn’t know that was Even possible. Cool. Got the calibrated shells running, and the engine boost that was recommended too.
Mako___Reizei__________, on 02 September 2019 - 10:06 AM, said:
Practice caution in that tank since everybody hates it and will focus it. Nobody wants to lose half of their hp the first minute due to an HE shell to their side/rear. Based on my experience seeing that tank on my team/enemy team, being opportunistic and only appearing to fire without risk of getting shot at is the way to go.
I agree. Other tanks really tunnel me, but I guess I do the same when I see a T49 on red.
Doilky, on 02 September 2019 - 11:51 AM, said:
The Bulldog is a beast of a light tank. The single shot has such good DPM and 10degrees of gun depression, you can just clean people up.
Learn to spot without yoloing, learn to be patient and look for isolated targets.
edit: Actually your stats in the Bulldog look pretty good. What don't you like about it?
My real issue with the B-dog is thatI can put a dozen shells into reds, but only do 1000 in damage. I just hate exposing myself to return fire that often for minimal results. I try to be a good spotter, but I just don’t see my teams take advantage of the spots consistently. I guess if I’m going to put myself on the line spotting, I’d like to see a bigger payout in damage.
fugitsblitz, on 02 September 2019 - 12:24 PM, said:
I may have missed it, but do you even have HEAT in the load out? I have to play a few premium tank games just to pay for the HE. I have to admit that I don’t shoot nearly as often as you were, just because I didn’t want to spend an HE round for a couple of hundred in splash damage. I’m always looking for that big derp shot. You’re right in that any damage is good damage. Thanks for sharing the video.
Thanks to all who responded with advice. It’s truly appreciated. o7