Proposal 1: Implementation of the “Ammo Box” Mechanic for Heavy IFVs
Heavy IFVs like the Namers and PUMAs are significantly larger than many (if not all) Main Battle Tanks currently in-game, however they currently suffer from a critical lack of endurance because all their ammunition is concentrated entirely within an unmanned turret (which is also their least armored part). A single hit from machine-gun fire, fragmentation or artillery torches their entire ammo rack, leaving a 60+ ton vehicle completely helpless for the duration of the match until they reach a cap point (which is not always possible for certain modes).
I propose adding the Ammo Box mechanic for these specific (and future Heavy IFV) platforms. Since the “Ammo Box” reload time is already balanced enough to take over a minute per charge, it prevents camping without any additonal changes while providing a necessary, albeit time-consuming option to restore combat capability without being forced to reach a capture point. This balances their massive silhouettes with the staying power expected of a Rank VIII heavy support vehicle.
Proposal 2: Automated Retraction of ATGM Launchers
Vehicles equipped with Spike and MELLS launchers (such as the Namer series and EBRC Jaguar) feature tall, non-retractable launcher units that significantly increase the vehicle’s vertical profile. These launchers act as massive HE-traps and ammo-rack vulnerabilities that trigger crew overpressure or aforementioned ammunition cook-off even when the hull is fully protected behind cover.
I propose that these launchers be made retractable/closeable as they are in real life, with the retraction and deployment being manual on a keybind.
Proposal 3: Implementation of Mk310 PABM for Israeli Namers
The Samson RCWS-30 utilized on both Namer variants is explicitly marketed by Rafael as a dedicated Counter-UAV (C-UAV) platform. In the current game meta, especially following changes to missile seeker logic, where spikes are no longer able to lock onto drones, these vehicles now lack the tools to fulfill this advertised role.
To reflect the specialized nature of the RCWS, the Mk310 Programmable Air Burst Munition (PABM) should be implemented for both the Namer 30 and Tsrikhon. This ammunition is a native component of the system’s C-UAV suite, allowing the 30mm autocannon to effectively engage small, high-speed aerial threats and drones as the turret was designed to do.
Technical Correction: Trophy APS Charge Coloration
The Trophy APS charges on the Namer Tsrikhon are currently modeled in Light Blue (Deep Saxe Blue, HEX: #396975). Per international ammunition standards (STANAG 2321 and MIL-STD-709C), this specific shade of blue is the mandatory identifier for Inert/Practice/Training components which contain NO high explosives.
Frontline combat vehicles do not utilize practice-colored charges in active service. This visual discrepancy should be corrected to the operational Black or Olive Drab standard schemes—already present on the Merkava Mk 4M.
Remember: As these two changes do benefit these vehicles greatly, BR adjustments will be inevitable.
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