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5 weapons introduced in 1939.
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Introduced In 1939
Panzer IV
Germany • TANKS
The Panzer IV was the most widely produced German tank of WW2 and the backbone of the Panzerwaffe. Originally designed as an infantry support tank, it was continually upgraded to serve as the primary medium tank.
Arisaka Type 99
Japan • GUNS
Primary Japanese bolt-action rifle during the later WW2 period.
Kar98k Sniper
Germany • GUNS
Scoped Kar98k rifles used by German sharpshooters across all major fronts.
Panzer III
Germany • TANKS
Core German early-war medium tank used in Poland, France, and early Soviet campaigns.
KV-1
Soviet Union • TANKS
Early-war Soviet heavy tank with armor difficult for 1941 German guns to defeat.
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