However this is commonly assisted by the use of some reference material, like stadia lines, which give the user an idea of roughly how large or small certain common objects will be at a given distance. In its simplest form, it involves a person estimating the distance to a target without the help of any extra tools. Visual estimation is the most basic form of rangefinding. If what you have attempted to range is beyond the maximum distance of you rangefinder, then the result will simply be displayed as '>'. When using the rangefinder in-game, a small bar will fill up (located up and to the right of your reticle in binocular or sniper view) and on completion the estimated range will be displayed (located up and to left of the binocular and sniper view).

The key to use the rangefinder can be bound in Controls > Ground Vehicles > Miscellaneous.ĭepending on the tank and era, several methods and equipment can be used: visual estimation, optical rangefinders, or laser rangefinders.

The rangefinder is a device used to determine the range to a target.

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