T-34

The T-34 Tank was the Main Battle Tank used by the Russians during World War II. T-34-85s were used in many Soviet-client and formerly-Soviet client states after the end of World War II.

Widely considered to be the best tank of its time, the T-34 benefited from many technological advantages. Probably the most important was the significant usage of sloped armor, therefore providing superior defensive capabilities while having thinner armor. This also allowed the tank to reach relatively high speeds without having to sacrifice its armor.

In the Original Call of Duty, two missions of the Russian Campaign involve the player commanding a T-34/85 Medium Tank (mentioned in the level's introduction letter) and engage German armor through open country and a bombed-out town. The tank in the game also had a hull machine gun that automatically fired whenever there was infantry in front of the tank.

The tank is tasked with destroying Panzer tanks. Usually, one hit to the turret will knock out an enemy tank.

In Call of Duty: United Offensive, there are more missions in the Russian Campaign where the player is tasked with driving a T-34/85 in the battle of Kursk. One might not note the hull-mounted machine gun is omitted.

In Call of Duty:Finest Hour the player commands a T-34 on four different levels.

Call of Duty: United Offensive
In UO, the T34 is the medium tank usable by the Russians. It has a cannon and a SG-43 machine gun on it's top. Two players can get into in; one being the driver and the other firing the SG-43. The cannon has good accuracy and can hit targets at medium range. It's a fine tank that, while not too fast, will put the hurt on enemies. Just remember to time your shots correctly.

T-34/85 Specs
Production Dates: January 1944-1964

In Service: 1940-1996

Number Produced: 17,680

Crew: 5

Armament: 1x 85mm gun ZiS-S-53; 2x 7.62mm DTM machine guns.

Weight: 70,530 lbs, approx 35.26 tons.

Armor: Max 90mm, Min 45mm

Maximum Speed: 31mph