Steam News30 July 20268d ago

A Decal and Discounts on the ZTZ96B and Type 69-IIa for PLA Day!

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changedThe Type 69-IIa is temporarily available at a 30% discount for 5,866 Golden Eagles!The Type 69-IIa can only be purchased during the promotion.

changedAbout this tankIn the early 1980s, China developed a specialized export version of its Type 69 tank, which was supplied to the armies of Iraq, Pakistan, and Sudan. In total, more than 3,500 units of this improved variant were produced; it featured a more powerful gun, an upgraded fire-control system, smoke grenade launchers, slat armor around the turret, and numerous other enhancements. The result was a truly versatile tank capable of holding its own in both long-range engagements and intense urban combat.

changedZTZ96B PackThis upgraded version of the ZTZ96 tank features an improved transmission, resulting in noticeably better mobility. Its 125 mm gun has access to strong HE rounds, high penetration APFSDS, and tandem warhead ATGMs for dealing with vehicles equipped with ERA. The tank is also equipped with a clear thermal imager, laser warning receiver, and a laser rangefinder!

The modern Chinese army traces its history back to August 1st 1927. With the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) became the nation’s official military force. Even then, the PLA had over four million soldiers in its ranks, more than any other country in the world. While the PLA has remained the largest army throughout its existence, large-scale modernization over the past decade has also transformed it into one of the most technologically advanced as well.

The Type 69-IIa is temporarily available at a 30% discount for 5,866 Golden Eagles!

When: From July 30th (09:00 GMT) until August 3rd (09:00 GMT).
Where: China > Army > Premium vehicles.

The Type 69-IIa can only be purchased during the promotion.

About this tank

In the early 1980s, China developed a specialized export version of its Type 69 tank, which was supplied to the armies of Iraq, Pakistan, and Sudan. In total, more than 3,500 units of this improved variant were produced; it featured a more powerful gun, an upgraded fire-control system, smoke grenade launchers, slat armor around the turret, and numerous other enhancements. The result was a truly versatile tank capable of holding its own in both long-range engagements and intense urban combat.

Discount on the ZTZ96B Pack in the Gaijin Store!

From July 30th (09:00 GMT) until August 3rd (09:00 GMT) the ZTZ96B pack (China, Rank VII) is available with a 30% discount in the Gaijin.Net store.

ZTZ96B Pack

~~69.99~~ 48.99

This pack includes

ZTZ96B (Rank VII, China)
Premium account for 20 days
2500 Golden Eagles

This upgraded version of the ZTZ96 tank features an improved transmission, resulting in noticeably better mobility. Its 125 mm gun has access to strong HE rounds, high penetration APFSDS, and tandem warhead ATGMs for dealing with vehicles equipped with ERA. The tank is also equipped with a clear thermal imager, laser warning receiver, and a laser rangefinder!

“PLA Flag” Decal

When: From July 30th (09:00 GMT) until August 3rd (09:00 GMT).
Task: Earn 3,000 mission points in battles where you used Chinese vehicles at rank III or higher to receive the “PLA Flag” decal!

“PLA Flag” Decal

Once unlocked, the decal can be found in the “China → Tanks” section of the decals menu.

Please note: After finishing the task, you need to collect the reward manually.

Additional details:

You can complete the task in random battles, except for [Assault] mode.
Track your progress in the hangar by clicking Nickname → Achievements → Holidays → PLA Day.

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Steam News / 30 July 2026

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