I’d love to have the M113 Lynx reconnaissance vehicle in-game. It could be added to USA, Netherlands, and Canada.
Though the Canadians only armed theirs with a M2 .50 cal, I have a source stating that 3x M72 LAW were carried on-board.
I plan to write a suggestion about a new mechanic allowing the use of hand-held weapons from ground vehicles.
This would open the possibility to see more APCs and otherwise lightly armed vehicles to the game like the Lynx.
Is this something you’d like to see?
Tbh no, I don’t want handheld weapons fired from troop carriers. My main issue is that amount of gun depression that could be done since a human can basically aim straight down over the sides.
I also feel like this game is about vehicles fighting vehicles. Handheld weapons, even if fired from a troop carrier, would be troops fighting vehicles.
That sounds interesting if the guy could fire it well still “inside” the vehicle sure.
I was thinking something like this.
Well, he would never leave the vehicle, just peeking outside when ready to fire. I was thinking the guy would open the hatch and raise his chair/stand up when you pressed a keybind. The aiming would be similar to how you control a roof MG currently.
Ah, ok. While I can partly understand the concern, let me bring up my counter-point.
Firstly, it would still be a vehicle crew member. They would never leave the vehicle, only firing the weapon out from some open hatch. This is not too dissimilar from the roof MG gunners some vehicles have in-game.
For example John here.
Or Ivan
In my mind these aren’t too dis-similar to the example image I posted above. It’s only really a question of if we’re willing to go the extra step of modeling weaponry that isn’t physically attached to the vehicle.
There are also some highly demanded vehicles that depend upon this mechanic to enter the game, for example Komatsu LAV.
As for the gun depression thing, that’s a good point I didn’t consider. I guess it would depend on the vehicle, and how the hatch is located. One thing I should clarify is that the crew member would never move or lean over, only stay in place and turn around.
This is a bit off-topic though, I apologize. I think I will think this over, and maybe make a suggestion post at some later point. People can vote then, and we will see how it goes.
It COULD work in some way, it’d have to be done right though to avoid an issues. Good luck with your suggestion.
I found two vehicles(by accident) and the WT possibility is doubtful but at least one isn’t too out there I believe.
| Year | 1942 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Type | 4x4 Armoured Car |
| Origin & Designer | Canada/GM Canada |
| Numbers Produced | 1.506 |
| Crew | 4 (Commander, Gunner, Wireless Operator & Driver) |
| Main Armament | 1 x .50 Cal M2HB Heavy Machine Gun |
| Turret Traverse | 360° (Manual) |
| Secondary Armament | 1 x .30 Cal M1919 Machine Gun (Coaxial) |
| Height | 2.40m |
| Width | 2.30m |
| Length | 4.60m |
| Combat Weight | 7.085 kg |
| Radio | No 19 Set |
| Armour | Hull Front: 15mm. |
| Hull Sides: 10mm. | |
| Hull Rear: 10mm. | |
| Hull Top: 7mm. | |
| Hull Bottom: 6mm. | |
| Gun Mantle: 15mm. | |
| Turret Front: 15mm. | |
| Turret Sides: 10mm. | |
| Turret Rear: 10mm. | |
| Turret Top: 6mm. | |
| Engine | GMC 6 Cyl (Petrol) |
| Transmission | 4 Forward & 1 Reverse |
| Maximum Road Range | 402 km |
| Maximum Cross Country Range | 240 km |
| Maximum Road Speed | 71 kph |
| Maximum Cross Country Speed | 40 kph |
| Variants | Mk. II: |
| Year: 1943. | |
| Crew: 3 (Commander/Gunner, Loader & Driver). | |
| Main Armament: 1 x 37mm M6 Gun. | |
| Notes | The Fox was the Canadian equivalent of the Humber Mk. III armoured car. It was manufactured by GMC and based on the Humber but utilising Canadian components. One of the main difference was the armament, with the Fox having U.S. Machine Guns. It equipped Canadian reconnaissance units and mainly served in Italy and India. |
Well, I’m not sure this one is possible at most a reserve/1.0 vehicle but it is Canadian built so there is that.
| Year | 1942 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Type | 4x4 Armoured Car |
| Origin & Designer | Canadian/GMC & HBC |
| Numbers Produced | 1.761 (100 |
| Crew | 3 |
| Main Armament | 1 x .55in Boys Anti-Tank Rifle (Bow) |
| Turret Traverse | 360° (Manual) |
| Secondary Armament | 1 x .303 Bren Light Machine Gun (Turret) |
| Smoke Discharger | 4in Smoke Mortar |
| Height | 2.44m |
| Width | 2.16m |
| Length | 4.50m |
| Combat Weight | 4.976 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 0.20m |
| Fording Depth | 0.61m |
| Climbing Ability | 46° |
| Radio | No 19 Set |
| Armour | Hull Front: 12mm. |
| Hull Sides: 8mm. | |
| Hull Rear: 10mm. | |
| Hull Top: 12mm. | |
| Hull Bottom: 8mm. | |
| Turret Front: 8mm. | |
| Turret Sides: 8mm. | |
| Turret Rear: 8mm. | |
| Turret Top: Open. | |
| Engine | GMC 6 Cylinder (Petrol) |
| Transmission | 4 Forward & 1 Reverse |
| Maximum Road Range | 161 km |
| Maximum Road Speed | 75 kph |
| Notes | Built in Canada by GMC, the Otter provided Canadian army with a reconnaissance vehicle which filled the role as the Humber LRC did in the British army. The Otter in the reconnaissance role by Canadian engineers, and carried forward observation officers in artillery units. Many were also used as convoy protection vehicles, these were issued as Anti-Aircraft escorts. They saw service in Sicily, Italy and Northern Europe. |
This one I feel is much more possible as not only was it used as an SPAA in real life, but it also has an AT weapon if it was a light, however like the other I believe it would be ranked 1 still.
One day I hope
LAV 6.0 Technology Demonstrator
Sounds like it is mostly to do with software upgrades?
What is it with these last few years where countries are actively trying to make their vehicles look as sci-fi as possible
I assume it’s because AI can’t see digital camo, and AI is the real threat to humanity lol.
I hope gaijin will see this
Seems like it, this also has as 30mm over the standard 25mm and a TOW launcher on the right side of the turret (unknown what missiles) also there is mention of loitering munitions but I have 0 sources to support that claim. But one of the main points of this is the modularity of the platform and “Cyber Resilience”.
What exact they mean by that, who knows as this is also just a demonstrator so if Canada or another country picks it up I’m sure more changes would be made.
There is also the LAV 700 Desert Viper. I cannot confirm that this vehicle was manufactured in Canada Considering many other models of LAV 700’s are manufactured in Canada I am just assuming it is.
From my knowledge it was shown off to the world during Doha International Maritime Defense Equipment Exhibition (DIMDEX). I haven’t researched into this too much as it’s not likely that Canada will end up purchasing this as this vehicle is more focused on a buyer’s from the Middle East. However since this vehicle (as much as I know right now) has not been tested or purchased by any other country it could potentially be suggested under Canada (as long as I’d be able to prove it was manufactured in Canada).
What are the probabilities than gaijin add Canada?
Haha, although canada is the 2nd biggest country, they will never add it. Honestly having the air power of usa, naval of gb and the ground of germany would be an op nation. Imo i think it was dumb of gaijin to add israel instead of canada
I have a picture that show Canada next to Israel tree but I guess it’s fake °~°
Canada is such an important country, why is it so overlooked?
Because for many Canada is just a copy and past and the big USA is more important, some say that Canada did nothing during war
Canada will not have it´s own tech tree because the comunity is tired of copy paste.
Adding some vehicles to UK is the more reasonable decision.
