Hello everybody. I’d like to suggest a modified FCM 36 equipped with the 37 mm SA38 gun for France’s Ground Forces in War Thunder. I believe the FCM 36 with the SA38 gun would be a welcome addition for newcomers and low-tier enthusiasts, as the SA38 offers significantly better penetration performance compared to the original SA18 37 mm gun, which can be very underwhelming for many players. Fortunately, there is historical precedent for this modification: a single FCM 36 prototype was equipped with the SA38 gun during trials. However, due to structural issues with the turret, further development was halted, and no additional FCM 36s were upgraded with the SA38.
Conclusion | Why it should be in the game
Given the FCM 36’s struggles with the underperforming SA18 gun, I believe the FCM 36 with the SA38 gun would be a fantastic addition to the French Ground Forces tech tree. It would provide players with a more capable light tank to compete effectively at its battle rating. Additionally, this tank would be beginner-friendly and could be foldered with the original FCM 36 if added to the game.
I think it’s a great idea, requires minimal effort to add, and would smooth out the difficulty curve for new French players and make the first tier more enjoyable for them. Ultimately, I’d also like to see the French 37mm cannons get their Brandt APDS, but this would be of great help in the meantime.
