Wargaming.net has announced that its flagship MMO, World of Tanks, is set to hit its closed beta phase of development on July 8, 2010. The closed beta is slated to last for several months and players will have full access to the 70+ unique vehicles.

Over the next few months World of Tanks players worldwide will get access to authentic military vehicles representing German and Soviet sides with a chance to unlock and explore their full upgrade and level-up potential in tense PvP battles. 7 unique maps featuring various types of terrain designed to provide the ultimate action-packed experience will serve as proving grounds for the beta test.

Head to the official site to sign on for the CBT.