Iron Nest Shells & Ammo Guide: Blast & Penetration | Iron Nest
Complete ballistic ammunition guide for IRON NEST: Heavy Turret Simulator. Comparison matrix for H, HCHE, AP, APHE, STAR, SMK, and TEAR shells.
UPDATED: 2026-08-24 AUTHOR: COMMAND BATTERY OBSERVER COMPAT: v1.0 STEAM
Mission Summary & Rapid Solution TL;DR EXECUTION
H for soft surface targets; HCHE for large area coverage; AP/APHE for bunkers and armored trains; STAR for night illumination; SMK for retreat screens; TEAR for flushing hidden garrisons.
Ammunition Selection Doctrine
Understanding the physical properties and tactical trade-offs of each shell type is vital for mission survival in Iron Nest.
Complete Ammunition Matrix
| Shell Code | Name | Blast Radius | Penetration Power | Best Against | Key Caution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H | High Explosive | Medium () | Low (Surface) | Infantry, open gun pits, trucks | Ineffective against concrete bunkers |
| HCHE | Heavy High Explosive | Large () | Low (Surface) | Clustered tents, trenches | Danger-close friendly fire () |
| AP | Armor-Piercing | Narrow () | Maximum (Reinforced) | Armored trains, subterranean caches | Requires direct direct pinpoint hit |
| APHE | AP High Explosive | Medium () | High (Delayed fuse) | Fortified pillboxes, mobile artillery | Expensive requisition cost |
| STAR | Star Shell | Illumination () | None | Night operations, spotter correction | Timed airburst only; zero damage |
| SMK | Smoke Screen | Obscuration () | None | Friendly retreat cover | Wind drift alters smoke placement |
| TEAR | Chemical Marker | Persistent () | Cover Denial | Camouflaged / hidden revetments | Reveals enemy; requires follow-up salvo |
>Frequently Encountered Tactical Problems
Q1Which shell deals the highest damage?
There is no single 'best' shell. AP deals devastating penetrative damage against armored bunkers, while HCHE covers the widest blast area against soft troop concentrations.