World of Tanks Panzer III

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The Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. J is a German tier 4 medium tank.

Production
of the J variant started in March 1941. In addition to the enhanced
armor, the vehicle received the new 50-mm KwK 38 gun, which was deemed
extremely successful; 1,067 other vehicles featured the KwK 39 gun, the
improved version with better penetration rate. An attempt to mount a
75-mm gun (the N variant) was recognized as a failure, and the most
large-scale vehicles were the J, L, and M variants (with 50-mm guns that
had an impeccable track record). A total of 5,691 vehicles were
produced, among which 1,969 were equipped with long-barrel guns and
2,391 with short-barrel 50-mm guns.

Despite being a medium tank,
it can be considered one of the best scout-gameplay tanks in the German
tree, with excellent acceleration and turning giving a mobility rivaling
the Luchs. Comparing the two, Panzer III has less maneuverability than
the Luchs, potentially more firepower (but less standard penetration),
thicker but flat armor. There are two guns: the 5 cm KwK 39 L/60
long-cannon with higher penetration and flanking is the best choice for
newer players, but there is also an howitzer-like 7.5 cm KwK 37 L/24;
with HEAT being a near-necessity and requiring some extra skills and
equipment. Both guns have their place on a fully upgraded Pz.Kpfw. III,
it depends on player preference and playstyle. Competing with other
tanks, its agility makes it very effective against other light and
medium tanks, but its guns are almost useless against heavy tanks. Be
sure to avoid engaging multiple opponents - flank, use cover, and only
come out to shoot when you need to. Use this tank to learn the camo,
spotting, and player-distraction techniques of the Leopard line.

The Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. J leads to
the VK 30.01 (H), and the Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. H.