Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. H

  Unit Properties of  General Information
 * Nation:     Germany
 * Category:   Tanks
 * Class:      Medium Tank
 * Role:       Anti-tank/Infantry Support
 * Primary Armament: 75 mm KwK 40(AP/HE)
 * Secondary Armament: 3 x 7.92mm MG-34 Machine gun 1 x Co-axel 1 x Hull 1 x Anti-Air
 * Armor:     80-20mm
 * Crew:       5(9)


 * MP price:   30
 * Speed:      27
 * Fuel:       ?

History
In April 1943 another modification of the most numerous Germank tank came to the floor; this vehicle differed from its predecessors due to its enhanched armor and improved armament. Its armor was 80 mm thick while the mounted screens on its sides ensured reliable protection from HE and HEAT rounds. The new long-barrelled kwk40 L/48 boasted excellent combat performance and was succesfully used to fight medium enemy tanks.

In game
The '''Panzer IV Ausf. H''' is an excellent combat tank in urban enviroments thanks to its plated armor at the sides. However this tank is relative weak on its side with only 30 mm armor which can be penetrated easily by an M5, Zis 2 fieldgun. Keep the front pointed towards the threat to minimize its danger. More than a match for the standard T-34/76s and the M3 Sherman/75, the Ausf. H is a good choice of tank, despite being less efective than the Panther it is made worth it by the price being significantly less. The Ausf. H is capable of defeating the upgunned Shermans and T-34s and at a push it could deal with a Churchill or KV-1, but its not advisable to engage these tanks. Its weak spot for the bazooka is its balkan cross on its sides. A direct hit with a bazooka shot can blow up a tank spectacularly. Also enemy tanks should aim for the weaker turret rather than its sturdy chassis.