The main observed problem with long (40+ minutes) games is struggling to maintain armor superiority. The sections specifically focus on maximizing efficiency with advanced maneuvers to safely inflict the most damage. The solutions to dealing with AT crews and B4 artillery are in the other guide.

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Towards the end of game, allied enemy tank destroyers will be more prevalent and become a German nightmare when trying to gain armor superiority. Their median range is approximately 60, with the exception of the Soviet ISU at 70.

The Wehrmacht's only solution is the doctrinal Elefant to contend against them with its 70 range.

The original chart was created by Strummingbird and does not include stats of British armor. Only the Firefly pose a threat with its 60 range and Tulip rockets.

Colored boxes were added to indicate the armored range of relevant enemies in red, Tiger in green, and Elefant in blue.

Source: https://www.coh2.org/topic/16753/tank-penetration-vs-range-graph-and-statistics/page/2

Most versatile tank with generous armor protection and health to survive most engagements.

The Panther is more than just a tank hunter and can serve multiple beneficial throughout the battle.

The panther has a high armor base, which means there is more bonus percentage! At level 2 veterancy, the frontal and side armor is further enhanced that stack well with the Bulletin.

The Panther can still do considerable damage against enemy tanks when retreating.
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A fast tank with decent health and armor protection can safely run over infantry en masse.

Areas with heavy AT crew presence should be avoided, as well as two infantry groups with AT weapons.

Note: Such maneuver is much easier with the Blitzkrieg Tactics ability but caution is still advised.

Meticulous Steps for Food Hunting:
1. Accelerate head-on at full speed towards the enemy infantry until they begin to strafe as the tank gets closer.
2. Make a very sharp turn in one direction like a fish hook with many right clicks in their general retreating direction. There is a higher chance to splat, if one side of the infantry formation is blocked by woods or obstacles.

3. Reverse back into the center of the infantry and make an opposing sharp turn. The traveling speed is not the same as reversing is much slower.
4. Rinse and repeat until the job is finished, infantry retreats, or too much enemy AT fire.

Certain enemy tanks have smoke screen abilities to disabling auto targeting when retreating. Any unit with the order to attack ground can still attack the enemy but the aim needs to adjust for moving targets

The same can be done with targets outside of the normal vision area that includes both structures and enemy tanks. Long-range units are preferred for this task to attack safely at a distance because the enemy is already entrenched and most likely have more vision.

The spotting scope is the unsung hero in the Wehrmacht, as it provides tremendous vision of the battlefield. The benefit removes any vision limitation and allows units to fire at their maximum firing range. Enemies are detected earlier for better threat management.

Due to the population cap, the Panther was chosen over other vehicles to fulfill the role and also pairs well with its tank hunting role without having to hug its prey so much.
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Scouting planes provide additional vision but alerts the enemy to retreat. The planes are best used to scout near the enemy base for rocket vehicles or the B4 artillery.

Soviet TDs are most vulnerable on the sides and the flank due to their inability to return fire.

The Blitzkrieg Tactics ability is needed to successfully conduct such maneuver and minimize received damage.

Two Panthers are ideal to serve as the Elefant's bodyguards and guard each side, as well as the rear. Their duty is not very simple as the enemy can throw everything at the Elefant to try to retake armor superiority. If necessary, the Panther may need to sacrifice themselves by wedging between the enemy and the Elefant.

The formation may slightly vary with each map and form a very flat and wider V-shape. The spacing between the tanks should be ample enough for smooth retreats if the enemy calls in a massive air strike. The Elefant is incredibly slow but can make it with minimal damage if engine is intact and no blockage.
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A heavy tank with an inferior range that is historically inaccurate. Despite being popularized, the Tiger is basically an oversized Pz4 with more health and larger AOE attack.

The tank performs well in everything else but long-range armor fights and need AT protection. At veterancy level 2, the range is upgraded by 5 but does not match the enemy's 60 range.

The ultimate tank destroyer with its incredible 70 range that outperforms any enemy tank destroyer. The extra 10 range allows an extra shot with the assumption that there is no vision limitation when loading preparations are complete. The Elefant is a the armored version of a sniper and can cripple or destroy enemy tanks on the frontline.

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The Elefant is much more effective after memorizing current locations of enemy armor and positioning itself to be able to fire twice. The ideal targets would be the ones slightly to the rear of the frontline, and they are usually tank destroyers with a false sense of security in their "comfortable" 60 range distance.

The Target Weak Point ability available at level 1 veterancy makes the Elefant more lethal by adding a 10 second stun duration to its attacks. The enemy is paralyzed during the duration and stay within firing range to possibly be finished off.

Less skilled opponents will react slower to a concealed very long-range attack. They only notice something is wrong when the targeted armor is in critical health or mysteriously missing from unit roster.
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A common mistake is overworking the tanks and not repairing them until it is too late.

A rule of thumb is to calculate enemy AT capabilities and how much Victory Points are left when deciding to send the tanks back for repairs. The time window and health safety net gets smaller as the stakes reach their highest during the last few minutes.

For example, tanks that are not at full health may not have another chance to repair when the enemy goes all in for their final push. Even if they are healthy enough, there is still a moderate risk of being destroyed when retreat can no longer be an option due to limited Victory Points.

The flat and wide V-formation of the Elefant and Panthers can advance slow and steady while holding their ground. When the enemy eventually gets pushed back near their base, their armor will be clustered into a corner that could be wiped out with plane call-down abilities like Overwatch in team games.

As the game ends, continue keeping guard up and be diligent with micromanaging armored units. Superior performance is the key to victory as these few elite units move mountains.

Please also check out the full guide above to deal with the other enemy threats.

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