Reclassify the Pbv 302 BILL as a Light Tank in War Thunder? (Scouting)

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The Pbv 302 is a versatile armored vehicle classified as an Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) and light tank.

According to the Swedish Armed Forces:

“The Pansarbandvagn 302 is a tracked armored vehicle used for various roles including troop transport, medical evacuation, and material transport. It also had specialized versions for command and control, fire control, and battery position service.” - Swedish Armed Forces

The Pbv 302 BILL variant is essentially a standard Pbv 302 with an Rbs 56 BILL anti-tank missile system mounted on top. This is similar to the later Strf 9040 BILL, which, despite being an anti-tank vehicle, is classified as a light tank rather than a self-propelled gun (SPG).

Given the Pbv 302’s mobility, it is well-suited for scouting roles. Its ability to reach key positions quickly and utilize the Rbs 56’s sight to engage targets from behind cover allows it to effectively gather intelligence while remaining concealed. This capability could be crucial for providing valuable reconnaissance and improving situational awareness for your team.

In the context of Swedish armored vehicles, particularly at a battle rating of 8.7, there is a notable gap in the availability of effective light tanks. Currently, the only Swedish option at this tier is the Ikv 90-105, which is relatively bulky and lacks optimal mobility.

Therefore, reclassifying the Pbv 302 BILL as a light tank or designating it as a scout vehicle would address this gap, providing Sweden with a more agile and effective option in this category. Such a change would better the capabilities of the Pbv 302 BILL and better align its role with its capabilities as a light tank.

Do you agree?
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No, Please explain why?

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It would not do very well in the light tank role of a flanker and general pest as its autocannon is weak and its a big squishy target.
It is very much a “tank destroyer” as it was Sweden wringing the very last usage out of obsolete chassis by mounting ATGMs and SAMs on them.
The Ikv105 and the U-SH do just fine in the light tank role at its BR.

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How about a tank destroyer with scouting ability like American M56? It would add a utility and there is a justification for putting spotting on a TD. Even Wiesel can spot afterall.

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Not a bad idea

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Theoretically, every vehicle in the game with a radio should be able to send spot reports, ie; “scout”.
However, its a game and scouting is used as a game balance mechanic.

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In that case, it is really a good balancing mechanic since this BOZO, even with one shotting shells can get at most 7 kills, in 8.7 . And it never one shots if enemy is not cramped light tank like fox. Give sth to this tank to spice up gameplay Gaijin.

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