The SdKfz 182 Tiger B, most commonly known as the 'King Tiger' improves on the already vaunted capabilities of the Tiger by adding a higher-velocity KwK 43 L/71 88mm gun and more effective sloped armor. Powerful, but slow.
Improvements
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Panzer Commander
The Panzer IV, Panther & King Tiger can be upgraded with a Panzer Commander that can survey the battlefield and call in coordinated artillery strikes. Increases sight range (+10), increases accuracy. |
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Pintle-mounted MG42 machine gun
Assault Gun crew uses the pintle-mounted MG42 for additional defense against infantry and aircraft. |
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Abilities
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Spearhead
Focusing on a frontal assault, the King Tiger has faster turret rotation and a longer sight range, but the turret is locked to 90°. Increases sight range +18, decreases speed.
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Combat Blitz
Tanks employ well-practiced Blitzkrieg tactics, moving at maximum speed to avoid some enemy fire.
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Emergency Repairs
Vehicle crews gain the ability to repair critical damage on their vehicles. After 3 seconds upon activating, one critical will be fixed and repairs start at a rate of 30 HP/s for 12 seconds. Prioritizes the 'Heavy Engine Damage' critical.
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High Explosive Anti-Tank (HEAT) Shells
Tanks are now issued HEAT ammunition for increased penetration and damage. Increases damage and penetration by 30% but useless against infantry. KT deals 312 damage, else tanks 208 damage.
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Unlocked By
![Requires: All converted headquarters](/sites/default/files/2020-06/red-arrow-requirement_2_0.png)
Veterancy
![Veteran 1](/sites/default/files/2020-04/vet1.png)
![Spearhead](/sites/default/files/2020-05/Icons_abilities_ability_west_german_spearhead.png)
![Veteran 2](/sites/default/files/2020-04/vet2.png)
- decreases scatter
- increases weapon rotation speed
- increases accuracy
![Veteran 3](/sites/default/files/2020-04/vet3.png)
- increases reload speed
![Veteran 4](/sites/default/files/2020-04/vet4.png)
- increases acceleration / deceleration
![Veteran 5](/sites/default/files/2020-04/vet5.png)
![Combat Blitz](/sites/default/files/2020-05/Icons_abilities_ability_step_on_it.png)