Destroying tanks in Battlefield V isn’t just about having the right weapon—it’s about knowing where to aim. With the armor overhaul introduced in recent updates, many players are struggling to take down vehicles effectively. This guide focuses entirely on tank weak spots, helping you get the most out of anti-tank gadgets, AT rifles, and even other tanks. The goal is simple: make your shots count.

Let’s break it down by tank class and angle of attack.

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Light Tanks (e.g., 38T, LVT, Type 97 Chi-Ha)

• Front: The turret does the least damage, followed by the frontal armor. Surprisingly, the tracks from the front yield the most damage due to the side damage multiplier when they’re facing you directly.
• Side: Target the side panels or the tracks. Avoid the turret unless there’s no better shot.
• Rear: The engine compartment is your best bet, delivering maximum damage (around 32) and often disabling the engine.
• Angled: In angled positions, aim for the turret if side shots are giving reduced damage. It’s not ideal, but more consistent.

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Medium Tanks (e.g., Panzer IV, Sherman, Type 97, Valentine Mk VIII)

• Front: Prioritize the tracks. If those are inaccessible, go for the frontal armor. The turret is the least effective unless you’re trying to impair the gunner’s view just before a shot.
• Side: As with light tanks, hit the side armor or tracks. Avoid turret shots.
• Rear: Target the engine compartment for maximum damage and disables.
• Angled: The turret becomes a safer fallback if angles are too extreme for side shots.

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Valentine Archer (Rear-Facing Turret Variant)

This unique tank flips the typical rules due to its rear-mounted gun:

• Rear (in-game front): Treat it like shooting the back of a standard tank. Aim for the engine area. Avoid the mantlet—it’s among the most armored parts in the game.
• Side: Hit the lower side armor or tracks. Mantlet hits again yield poor results.
• Front (historic rear): Best option here is hitting the tracks for consistency.
• Angled: Avoid the mantlet, and aim for broadside armor or anything as perpendicular as possible.

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Stug IV (Casemate Medium Tank)

• Front: Extremely durable with no critical angles. Your best bet is the tracks.
• Side: Most areas deal consistent damage. Prioritize the side body over the tracks.
• Rear: Similar rule—go for body shots, not the tracks.
• Angled: Aim for the flattest possible area or attack tracks to disable mobility.

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Heavy Tanks: Churchill Mk VII

Standard heavy tank principles apply here:

• Front: Tracks are best. Turret shots are fallback only.
• Side: Go for side panels or tracks. Skip turret shots unless necessary.
• Rear: Hit the engine every time.
• Angled: The turret is usually your safest option.

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Churchill Gun Carrier

• Front: Target the tracks. The casemate (main gun structure) is thickly armored—avoid it.
• Side: Just like the Valentine Archer, hit the side armor or tracks.
• Rear: Aim for the engine.
• Angled: Shoot the body, not the casemate.

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Tiger I (Legendary Heavy Tank)

The Tiger I is iconic—and tanky.

• Front: Four zones matter—mantlet (avoid), turret front, front armor, and tracks. Hit the tracks first, front hull second, turret last.
• Side: Same rule: prioritize side armor and tracks.
• Rear: Go for the engine. Standard rules apply.
• Angled: Shoot the turret or the most perpendicular angle available. Don’t waste shots on mantlets.

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Quick Tactical Tips for All Situations

1. Against Angled Tanks:
   • If you can, shoot the far-side track. If the tank backs up, it may turn and expose a side shot.
2. When Attacking From the Side:
   • Target the closer side. The closer panel gives you a better angle, increasing the chance of a critical side hit.
3. Using HESH Rounds:
   • Don’t worry about weak spots. HESH deals consistent damage no matter where it hits, so just aim and fire.

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Closing Thoughts

Tank combat in Battlefield V is about more than brute force. Understanding where and when to shoot can change the flow of a fight, whether you’re defending a choke point or trying to break enemy armor on a flag.

Remember, disable the right parts, hit from the right angles, and stop wasting shots on mantlets. Whether you’re using gadgets, AT rifles, or tanks yourself—play smart and strike where it hurts.

Stay tank-tactical out there!