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.
