Fresh Steel: New Tier XI Tanks, U.S. Line, and Tier XI Rebalancing

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Commanders,

After the launch of Update 2.0, which introduced 16 Tier XI vehicles and redefined top-tier gameplay, the evolution continues. The new Update 2.1.1 arriving in mid-January 2026 will bring even more action to the game. It introduces two brand-new Tier XI tanks, a new branch of American medium tanks with innovative autocannon mechanics, and six rebalanced Tier XI vehicles, enhanced to better fulfill their combat roles.

Here's What to Expect

Two new titans of Tier XI: Meet the PTZ-78, a Chinese tank destroyer equipped with advanced solid-fuel boosters that provide not only powerful acceleration but also faster turning and even the ability to execute a quick U-turn to reposition in battle.

Next up, the STK-2, a Japanese heavy tank with an enhanced active gun-cooling system. The vehicle's gun heats up when fired—the higher its temperature, the more its parameters change. After each shot, it begins cooling down and returning to its base parameters during reload, allowing for more accurate firing. This updated system gives you more control and flexibility in battle.

PTZ-78

STK-2

The American line expands: A brand-new branch of American medium tanks is coming—starting from the T20 (Tier VII) and running up to Tier XI. The line culminates in the Ares 90 C, a Tier XI vehicle equipped—like all others in this branch—with a next-generation autocannon featuring a heat-management system. This is not just a new type of gun—it's a whole new way to think about shooting in World of Tanks.

Tier XI Rebalance Is Coming 

We're closely monitoring the performance of all Tier XI vehicles and listening to community feedback. The upcoming Update 2.1.1 will adjust the characteristics of six existing Tier XI tanks—the Leopard 120 Verbessert, AS-XX 40 t, Object 432U, Hirschkäfer, CS-67 Szakal, and Strv 107-12—to make them more comfortable, balanced, and effective on the battlefield.

More details coming soon—prepare to meet new Tier XI vehicles, the reborn American medium line, and a pack of rebalanced steel beasts!

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