Hello everybody. I’d like to suggest a modified M24 Chaffee equipped with a 90 mm gun for France’s Ground Forces in War Thunder. This vehicle, known as the M24 Revalorisé, was a one-off prototype modernized with a 90 mm gun. Although it failed to meet the requirements for upgrading the French Army’s entire M24 Chaffee fleet, the M24 Revalorisé was marketed as a potential export. Norway took an interest in this modified M24 and eventually purchased the French-made D925 low-pressure 90 mm guns to upgrade their own M24 fleet, resulting in the famous NM 116. Unlike the NM 116, however, the M24 Revalorisé retained a more basic appearance, with the 90 mm gun being its primary upgrade.
Conclusion | Why it should be in the game
Given that France was the largest operator of M24 Chaffees outside the United States, I believe the M24 Revalorisé would be a great addition to the French Ground Forces. It represents France’s efforts to modernize its Chaffee fleet and could be added to the game as a 90mm-armed Chaffee available as an additional option for the French lineup.
Sources
SATORY III - Exhibition of Land Armament Equipment Volume 1 Armament (1971)
Indeed, you are correct—my wording was unclear. In the history section, I mentioned this:
However, the prototype was repurposed for export marketing to countries seeking modernized light tanks. Norway was the only customer interested in acquiring 90mm-armed Chaffees, purchasing French-made D925 guns to upgrade its existing Chaffees to the Revalorisé standard under the licensed name NM 116 in 1973.
I will revise my wording to clarify that they are not directly related, except for the shared use of the gun.
Just glancing at the French tree and its BR spread, I can see a range of possible places for this tank, with the cannon still being useful. It also wouldn’t take a great deal of effort compared to modelling an entirely new vehicle. Seems like a sensible addition that would be welcomed.
I thought there was only the Chilean and Norwegian Super Chaffe, it’s good to know that France also had its own, although it was a bit more basic. I think I read in the suggestion that only one was made as a demonstrator, so it will possibly arrive in a pass, event or premium.
Still too much work for gaijin. Take for example the AMX-13-105. You have 6 tabks with the chassis. And you also have the DF-105 which is basically the same turret. And yet combining these two is too much for gaijin to bother doing it.
I’ve done some research and i came across some images, i cant tell whether or not this is this exact French one or not, and i haven’t been able to find the original image or any better resolution ones where you can read the text properly, but it is in French and in France. In the image it does have the Simrad laser rangefinder installed, tough lacking the protective cover :D
