Battlefield 1 - Vehicles List

Contrary to most people's beliefs, WW1 was the first fully-mobilized modern war. The creators behind Battlefield 1 are aiming to recreate the very same experience in-game and as such there are many vehicles to choose from in BF1.

In this post I'll cover all of the confirmed vehicles that will appear in the game and update as new additions are revealed. We already know that biplanes, blimps, trains, cars, bikes and tanks will make their appearance in BF1 but DLC will open things up even further for new experiences following the games initial release.

Enough of the talking then, let's take a look at the vehicle's list...

Aircraft

Biplanes

Shown in nearly all of the early gameplay trailers, biplanes are the bread and butter vehicle for those who love to dominate the skies. Like most of the other vehicles in BF1, biplanes come in several sizes that can accommodate one or more allied players.

For example, there is a Scout plane that supports 1 player, a Fighter plane for two players and a heavy Bomber aircraft that can hold up to 3 players. For the larger plane types, the additional players provide cover from enemy planes via swivel machine gun seats.

Planes are very fast and capable of attacking both air and ground targets, including tanks in the case of Bombers. There are specialised Pilot classes for players to choose their desired plane package (weapons) and paint job.

Behemoth - Airship (Zeppelins)

These almighty monstrosities are similar to massive hot air balloons or blimps, with the notable exception that they're designed for one purpose - warfare! Similar to other air bound support perks such as the AC130 Gunship from previous games, the Zeppelin has no pilot but the gun positions can be manned by human players.

They're difficult to take down without AA weapons or supporting aircraft in the vicinity, and given their supremacy the Zeppelins are usually rewarded to the losing team to help them out.

If destroyed, a Zeppelin comes crashing down to earth with the wreckage occupying a portion of the map. This dramatic effect changes the dynamics of the game considerably.

Tanks

Battlefield 1 includes a variety of tanks that form the brutal element of the game. They're incredibly strong, with most tanks capable of running over obstacles (including players!) and smashing through walls and other obstructions.

Their major weakness is of course vision, with the older style tanks only having a front facing viewport that makes them vulnerable to attacks from the rear and especially the Tank Hunter Elite class.

Renault FT17

A light attack tank, the Renault was used by French forces in WW1. It was a revolutionary tank at the time thanks to it's fully rotating turret, offering 360 degree opportunities to attack opposing forces. Until this very day, the Renault tanks unique design influences modern warfare.

Mark IV

The British Mark IV tank is arguably one of the most iconic combat vehicles in WW1. It has a wide ranging 100 degree angle, making it the perfect choice for infantry support or leading the lines against "dug-in" enemy tank positions. It was upgraded in the later stages of the war to the Mark V which came with a more powerful engine.

A7V

The opposite number to the Mark V, the A7V was Germany's primary tank in WW1. It housed up to seventeen soldiers and one officer in it's 7 metre long chassis that came armed with six MG08 machine guns and a 5.7 cm cannon on the front.

Armoured Cars

This Rolls Royce armoured car is much like a cross between a tank and a car - your modern day APC. It was originally used by the British on multiple fronts in WW1 but especially in France and Africa.

In Battlefield 1, this armoured car is perfect for carrying small groups of allies across the map with support from the car's integral machine guns. Although armoured cars are certainly better vs humans and horses, the Rolls Royce will not fare well against heavily armored tanks...in this scenario it's best to outrun them and hide.

Motorbikes

These snappy little vehicles are perfect for traversing the map at high speed at the cost of being prone to enemy fire. Thankfully the motorbike comes with a sidecar that another ally player can occupy to provide support with their primary weapon.

Both players receive limited protection on a bike and it should only be used in cases where high speed infiltration is beneficial.

Behemoth - Armoured Trains

Arguably the strongest vehicle in the game, armoured trains provide a safe hub for players to camp inside and unleash the trains truly unstoppable weapons out into the open.

The trains biggest downfall lies in it's slow speed and directional movement - it can only move forward or backward along the tracks (so long as the driver knows they can control the train). This makes the train rather predictable and prone to rear attacks from a competent opposition.

Horses

Horses played a major part in WW1, providing much needed supplies and attacking options for troops on the front line. In BF1, horses are nimble attacking "vehicles", comparable to the likes of motorbikes.

The developers have made sure that horses are as realistic as possible in BF1. A great example is that horses express fear in combat and won't jump off cliffs or engage against large groups of tanks.

Behemoth - Dreadnought (Battleship)

Apart from seeing the Iron Duke a couple of times, we don't know much about battleships thus far in BF1. What we can guess is that these massive ships will play a similar role to Zeppelins, offering immensely powerful attacks from long range.

Update - Battleships are one of the Behemoth's in Battlefield 1, offered to players on the trailing team to help them reclaim lost ground. Even though these massive ships are a safe distance from land, they can still be destroyed, especially if the opposing team makes use of gunboats or artillery.

Gunboats

Gunboats are water based vehicles (of course), with quick maneuverability, multiple player slots and a range of light guns. They are great for attacking land based infantry, other gunboats and also the massive Behemoth battleships. Gunboats are selectable from the spawn-in (deployment) screen.