I've recently found the Thunder to be my new favorite. It works very well in combination with my Hunter hull + Lead paint. With the Hunter, the only weapon I really need to protect myself from is the Shaft which the paint does very well. The damage boost powerup is a total treat especially when I pop out in the middle of a crossfire and starts unloading on the damaged tanks 1-hitting the lighter hulls sometimes simultaneously. I'll stick to this loadout for now until my rank can afford the paints you've suggested. Thanks for the guide!