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IL-10 (1946)

2023-02-16T06:14:32Z

U42266331: /* Usage in battles */ added links for the NS-23 and VYa-23

{{About
| about = Soviet strike aircraft '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = other versions
| link = IL-10 (Family)
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=il-10_1946
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.41]].

As a continuation of the famed Ilyushin IL-2 series, the IL-10 (1946) is a highly upgraded version of the classic Soviet ground attacker of World War Two. Unlike its predecessors, who wield a pair VYa 23 mm cannons, the IL-10 (1946) utilizes four NS-23 23 mm cannons which increase the plane's anti-aircraft capabilities, at the expense of the anti-armour stopping power of the NS-37s and VYas of other IL-2s (60/37 mm of penetration-> 29 mm of penetration). The IL-10 (1946) is also highly capable of defending itself from the rear, unlike its earlier relatives which wielded a single 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun. This aircraft boasts a 20 mm Berezin B-20 cannon capable of ripping would-be killers apart. Although extremely dangerous in a low-speed and low-altitude dogfight, this aircraft suffers at both higher altitudes and higher speeds, where post-war fighters such as the [[F8F-1B]] have the advantage. The IL-10 (1946) also features an armoured cockpit and engine, which increases the aircraft's resistance to sub-calibre armour piercing rounds. Thus, just like its earlier relatives, the IL-10 is a very heavy aircraft which can hurt performance aspects such as acceleration.

The IL-10 (1946) wields an impressive armament of four 23 mm NS-23 cannons, placed in the wings. While not capable of destroying heavy ground targets, these cannons are extremely deadly to single, twin, and quad-engine aircraft alike. The rounds have a fairly slow muzzle velocity, however, so it is crucial to lead the target properly, especially in a dogfight. Equipping the "air targets" belt is the best choice as it serves the both light-ground attack and anti-aircraft roles very well.
[[File:Cockpit_Il-10.jpg|thumbnail|Cockpit with English labels. It is quite cramped, but features more visibility than the earlier IL-2.]]

== General info ==
=== Flight performance ===
{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}


{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="70%"
! rowspan="2" | Characteristics
! colspan="2" | Max Speed (km/h at 2,650 m)
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude (metres)
! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb (metres/second)
! rowspan="2" | Take-off run (metres)
|-
! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
|-
! Stock
| 506 || 483 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 25.4 || 26.6 || 7.6 || 7.6 || rowspan="2" | 550
|-
! Upgraded
| 553 || 528 || 22.8 || 24.0 || 13.8 || 10.4
|-
|}

==== Details ====
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | Features
|-
! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
|-
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X 
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="7" | Limits
|-
! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
|-
! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
|-
| 720  || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 496 || 467 || 320 || ~14 || ~14
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
|-
! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
|-
| < 370 || < 410 || < 400 || > 323
|-
|}

=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}}


* 6 mm Steel - Propeller hub plate
* 8 mm Steel - Engine surround plating
* 6 mm Steel - Under cockpit plate, under gunner plate, under the rear gun plate, the canopy frame plate
* 8.5 mm Steel - Rear gunner plate
* 8 mm Steel - Headrest plate between pilot/gunner
* 64 mm Bulletproof glass - Front canopy
* Self-sealing fuel tanks, with neutral gas pressurization system (1 in front of pilot, 1 under pilot)

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

Since the IL-10 (1946) is a multi-role aircraft, any module research path is viable. Unlocking performance modifications will boost survivability and damage potential in dogfights, whereas unlocking armament modifications will help with the ground attack. Some of the best modifications to unlock are the "Engine injection" and "Offensive 23 mm belts". Any of the turret upgrades will also improve potential damage output.

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
=== Offensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}

{{main|NS-23 (23 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:

* 4 x 23 mm NS-23 cannons, wing-mounted (150 rpg = 600 total)

=== Suspended armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}

{{main|FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-100sv (100 kg)|FAB-250sv (250 kg)}}
{{main|M-8|M-13UK|RBS-82|RBS-132}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

* Without load
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs (200 kg total)
* 2 x 250 kg FAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (200 kg total)

Unlike previous attackers, the {{PAGENAME}} cannot carry 8 rockets but only 4, along with bombs and it cannot carry only rockets.

=== Defensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Defensive}}

{{main|B-20E (20 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by:

* 1 x 20 mm B-20E cannon, dorsal turret (150 rpg)

== Usage in battles ==

[[NS-23 (23 mm)|NS-23]] cannons are less capable than the [[VYa-23 (23 mm)|VYa-23]] at destroying medium tanks even with AP ammunition. This severely hinders the aircraft's ground attack capabilities, so it is best utilized as a multi-purpose aircraft similar to the [[B7A2|B7A2 Ryusei]]. However, it is worth noting that this aircraft wields the ability to carry a varied payload of both bombs and rockets. With proper aim, it is possible to destroy heavy tanks albeit very difficult as there is no bombing reticule. The "air targets" belt for the 23 mm cannons have the ability to demolish soft ground targets such as armoured cars and AAA units, but also retains the ability to destroy fighters and bombers alike with only a handful of rounds. Therefore, it can be beneficial to first attack the enemy's light defences and then if a teammate has been forced to a lower altitude by a pursuer, attempting to alleviate the stress of that pilot can be beneficial. Like the [[La-9]], the IL-10 (1946) has the ability to fire two of its 23 mm cannons instead of four as the ammunition pools are separate. A good strategy is to use one set of 23 mm belts for attacking ground targets, and the other for destroying enemy aircraft.

If found in a sticky situation, the IL-10 (1946) pilot may choose to call for help or to "roll the dice" and use the 20 mm tail cannon. While it is effective, hitting the enemy at longer distances can be very difficult, especially without the "new 20 mm cannon (turret)" module upgrade. It is best to lure an enemy by turning and evading their fire and then lining them up directly with your tail cannon. It is possible to destroy the enemy aircraft with less than 10 shells if they are very close and the tail gunner is accurate. Another unorthodox method of using the 20 mm tail cannon involves a situation in which an initial pass on a ground target failed. Depending on how close the IL-10 (1946) is to the ground target, it is possible to destroy it from behind with the 20 mm tail gun. This is very difficult especially as the distance from the target increases.

=== Manual Engine Control ===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="7" | MEC elements
|-
! rowspan="2" | Mixer
! rowspan="2" | Pitch
! colspan="3" | Radiator
! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger
|-
! Oil !! Water !! Type
|-
| Controllable || Controllable Not auto controlled || Not controllable Not auto controlled || Controllable Auto control available || Combined || Not controllable 1 gear || Not controllable
|-
|}

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Forward-firing 4 x 23 mm cannons can do massive damage
* Defensive 20 mm gunner with 150 rounds of ammunition for protection (won't always save you, but can bring down over-eager enemy fighters reliably)
* Accelerates rather quickly (useful for gaining distance from a failed ground strike)
* Versatile payload of bombs and rockets
* Highly armoured cockpit
* Durable aircraft, can absorb damage
* Good manoeuvrability for an attacker

'''Cons:'''

* Large aircraft, easy target
* 23 mm are difficult to aim due to low muzzle velocity
* Lots of armour plating in the cockpit, hinders visibility (if playing SB)
* Cannot perform high-speed manoeuvres
* Bleeds energy extremely quickly
* Very slow roll rate
* Low top speed, manoeuvrability and climb rate
* NS-23 still does not have the penetration to damage medium tanks, even with API-T at optimal angles.
* Almost no protection for the rear gunner
* Fewer payload options than previous attackers

== History ==
''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).''

== Media ==


;Skins

* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=il-10_1946 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

== See also ==
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''

* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
* [[IL-10]]

== External links ==
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''

* ''topic on the official game forum;''
* ''other literature.''

{{AirManufacturer Ilyushin}}
{{USSR strike aircraft}}

IL-10 (1946)

2023-02-16T06:12:46Z

U42266331: /* Usage in battles */ changed "not capable" to "less capable" removed "lights tanks". The NS-23 cannon has a penetration value of 22mm at 500m, it's more than enough to destroy most of the light tanks found at its battle rating

{{About
| about = Soviet strike aircraft '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = other versions
| link = IL-10 (Family)
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=il-10_1946
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.41]].

As a continuation of the famed Ilyushin IL-2 series, the IL-10 (1946) is a highly upgraded version of the classic Soviet ground attacker of World War Two. Unlike its predecessors, who wield a pair VYa 23 mm cannons, the IL-10 (1946) utilizes four NS-23 23 mm cannons which increase the plane's anti-aircraft capabilities, at the expense of the anti-armour stopping power of the NS-37s and VYas of other IL-2s (60/37 mm of penetration-> 29 mm of penetration). The IL-10 (1946) is also highly capable of defending itself from the rear, unlike its earlier relatives which wielded a single 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun. This aircraft boasts a 20 mm Berezin B-20 cannon capable of ripping would-be killers apart. Although extremely dangerous in a low-speed and low-altitude dogfight, this aircraft suffers at both higher altitudes and higher speeds, where post-war fighters such as the [[F8F-1B]] have the advantage. The IL-10 (1946) also features an armoured cockpit and engine, which increases the aircraft's resistance to sub-calibre armour piercing rounds. Thus, just like its earlier relatives, the IL-10 is a very heavy aircraft which can hurt performance aspects such as acceleration.

The IL-10 (1946) wields an impressive armament of four 23 mm NS-23 cannons, placed in the wings. While not capable of destroying heavy ground targets, these cannons are extremely deadly to single, twin, and quad-engine aircraft alike. The rounds have a fairly slow muzzle velocity, however, so it is crucial to lead the target properly, especially in a dogfight. Equipping the "air targets" belt is the best choice as it serves the both light-ground attack and anti-aircraft roles very well.
[[File:Cockpit_Il-10.jpg|thumbnail|Cockpit with English labels. It is quite cramped, but features more visibility than the earlier IL-2.]]

== General info ==
=== Flight performance ===
{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}


{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="70%"
! rowspan="2" | Characteristics
! colspan="2" | Max Speed (km/h at 2,650 m)
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude (metres)
! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb (metres/second)
! rowspan="2" | Take-off run (metres)
|-
! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
|-
! Stock
| 506 || 483 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 25.4 || 26.6 || 7.6 || 7.6 || rowspan="2" | 550
|-
! Upgraded
| 553 || 528 || 22.8 || 24.0 || 13.8 || 10.4
|-
|}

==== Details ====
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | Features
|-
! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
|-
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X 
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="7" | Limits
|-
! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
|-
! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
|-
| 720  || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 496 || 467 || 320 || ~14 || ~14
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
|-
! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
|-
| < 370 || < 410 || < 400 || > 323
|-
|}

=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}}


* 6 mm Steel - Propeller hub plate
* 8 mm Steel - Engine surround plating
* 6 mm Steel - Under cockpit plate, under gunner plate, under the rear gun plate, the canopy frame plate
* 8.5 mm Steel - Rear gunner plate
* 8 mm Steel - Headrest plate between pilot/gunner
* 64 mm Bulletproof glass - Front canopy
* Self-sealing fuel tanks, with neutral gas pressurization system (1 in front of pilot, 1 under pilot)

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

Since the IL-10 (1946) is a multi-role aircraft, any module research path is viable. Unlocking performance modifications will boost survivability and damage potential in dogfights, whereas unlocking armament modifications will help with the ground attack. Some of the best modifications to unlock are the "Engine injection" and "Offensive 23 mm belts". Any of the turret upgrades will also improve potential damage output.

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
=== Offensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}

{{main|NS-23 (23 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:

* 4 x 23 mm NS-23 cannons, wing-mounted (150 rpg = 600 total)

=== Suspended armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}

{{main|FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-100sv (100 kg)|FAB-250sv (250 kg)}}
{{main|M-8|M-13UK|RBS-82|RBS-132}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

* Without load
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs (200 kg total)
* 2 x 250 kg FAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (200 kg total)

Unlike previous attackers, the {{PAGENAME}} cannot carry 8 rockets but only 4, along with bombs and it cannot carry only rockets.

=== Defensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Defensive}}

{{main|B-20E (20 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by:

* 1 x 20 mm B-20E cannon, dorsal turret (150 rpg)

== Usage in battles ==

NS-23 cannons are less capable of destroying medium tanks even with AP ammunition. This severely hinders the aircraft's ground attack capabilities, so it is best utilized as a multi-purpose aircraft similar to the [[B7A2|B7A2 Ryusei]]. However, it is worth noting that this aircraft wields the ability to carry a varied payload of both bombs and rockets. With proper aim, it is possible to destroy heavy tanks albeit very difficult as there is no bombing reticule. The "air targets" belt for the 23 mm cannons have the ability to demolish soft ground targets such as armoured cars and AAA units, but also retains the ability to destroy fighters and bombers alike with only a handful of rounds. Therefore, it can be beneficial to first attack the enemy's light defences and then if a teammate has been forced to a lower altitude by a pursuer, attempting to alleviate the stress of that pilot can be beneficial. Like the [[La-9]], the IL-10 (1946) has the ability to fire two of its 23 mm cannons instead of four as the ammunition pools are separate. A good strategy is to use one set of 23 mm belts for attacking ground targets, and the other for destroying enemy aircraft.

If found in a sticky situation, the IL-10 (1946) pilot may choose to call for help or to "roll the dice" and use the 20 mm tail cannon. While it is effective, hitting the enemy at longer distances can be very difficult, especially without the "new 20 mm cannon (turret)" module upgrade. It is best to lure an enemy by turning and evading their fire and then lining them up directly with your tail cannon. It is possible to destroy the enemy aircraft with less than 10 shells if they are very close and the tail gunner is accurate. Another unorthodox method of using the 20 mm tail cannon involves a situation in which an initial pass on a ground target failed. Depending on how close the IL-10 (1946) is to the ground target, it is possible to destroy it from behind with the 20 mm tail gun. This is very difficult especially as the distance from the target increases.

=== Manual Engine Control ===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="7" | MEC elements
|-
! rowspan="2" | Mixer
! rowspan="2" | Pitch
! colspan="3" | Radiator
! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger
|-
! Oil !! Water !! Type
|-
| Controllable || Controllable Not auto controlled || Not controllable Not auto controlled || Controllable Auto control available || Combined || Not controllable 1 gear || Not controllable
|-
|}

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Forward-firing 4 x 23 mm cannons can do massive damage
* Defensive 20 mm gunner with 150 rounds of ammunition for protection (won't always save you, but can bring down over-eager enemy fighters reliably)
* Accelerates rather quickly (useful for gaining distance from a failed ground strike)
* Versatile payload of bombs and rockets
* Highly armoured cockpit
* Durable aircraft, can absorb damage
* Good manoeuvrability for an attacker

'''Cons:'''

* Large aircraft, easy target
* 23 mm are difficult to aim due to low muzzle velocity
* Lots of armour plating in the cockpit, hinders visibility (if playing SB)
* Cannot perform high-speed manoeuvres
* Bleeds energy extremely quickly
* Very slow roll rate
* Low top speed, manoeuvrability and climb rate
* NS-23 still does not have the penetration to damage medium tanks, even with API-T at optimal angles.
* Almost no protection for the rear gunner
* Fewer payload options than previous attackers

== History ==
''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).''

== Media ==


;Skins

* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=il-10_1946 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

== See also ==
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''

* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
* [[IL-10]]

== External links ==
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''

* ''topic on the official game forum;''
* ''other literature.''

{{AirManufacturer Ilyushin}}
{{USSR strike aircraft}}

IL-10 (1946)

2023-02-16T06:04:27Z

U42266331: added IL-10 in "see also" section

{{About
| about = Soviet strike aircraft '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = other versions
| link = IL-10 (Family)
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=il-10_1946
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.41]].

As a continuation of the famed Ilyushin IL-2 series, the IL-10 (1946) is a highly upgraded version of the classic Soviet ground attacker of World War Two. Unlike its predecessors, who wield a pair VYa 23 mm cannons, the IL-10 (1946) utilizes four NS-23 23 mm cannons which increase the plane's anti-aircraft capabilities, at the expense of the anti-armour stopping power of the NS-37s and VYas of other IL-2s (60/37 mm of penetration-> 29 mm of penetration). The IL-10 (1946) is also highly capable of defending itself from the rear, unlike its earlier relatives which wielded a single 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun. This aircraft boasts a 20 mm Berezin B-20 cannon capable of ripping would-be killers apart. Although extremely dangerous in a low-speed and low-altitude dogfight, this aircraft suffers at both higher altitudes and higher speeds, where post-war fighters such as the [[F8F-1B]] have the advantage. The IL-10 (1946) also features an armoured cockpit and engine, which increases the aircraft's resistance to sub-calibre armour piercing rounds. Thus, just like its earlier relatives, the IL-10 is a very heavy aircraft which can hurt performance aspects such as acceleration.

The IL-10 (1946) wields an impressive armament of four 23 mm NS-23 cannons, placed in the wings. While not capable of destroying heavy ground targets, these cannons are extremely deadly to single, twin, and quad-engine aircraft alike. The rounds have a fairly slow muzzle velocity, however, so it is crucial to lead the target properly, especially in a dogfight. Equipping the "air targets" belt is the best choice as it serves the both light-ground attack and anti-aircraft roles very well.
[[File:Cockpit_Il-10.jpg|thumbnail|Cockpit with English labels. It is quite cramped, but features more visibility than the earlier IL-2.]]

== General info ==
=== Flight performance ===
{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}


{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="70%"
! rowspan="2" | Characteristics
! colspan="2" | Max Speed (km/h at 2,650 m)
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude (metres)
! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb (metres/second)
! rowspan="2" | Take-off run (metres)
|-
! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
|-
! Stock
| 506 || 483 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 25.4 || 26.6 || 7.6 || 7.6 || rowspan="2" | 550
|-
! Upgraded
| 553 || 528 || 22.8 || 24.0 || 13.8 || 10.4
|-
|}

==== Details ====
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | Features
|-
! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
|-
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X 
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="7" | Limits
|-
! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
|-
! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
|-
| 720  || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 496 || 467 || 320 || ~14 || ~14
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
|-
! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
|-
| < 370 || < 410 || < 400 || > 323
|-
|}

=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}}


* 6 mm Steel - Propeller hub plate
* 8 mm Steel - Engine surround plating
* 6 mm Steel - Under cockpit plate, under gunner plate, under the rear gun plate, the canopy frame plate
* 8.5 mm Steel - Rear gunner plate
* 8 mm Steel - Headrest plate between pilot/gunner
* 64 mm Bulletproof glass - Front canopy
* Self-sealing fuel tanks, with neutral gas pressurization system (1 in front of pilot, 1 under pilot)

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

Since the IL-10 (1946) is a multi-role aircraft, any module research path is viable. Unlocking performance modifications will boost survivability and damage potential in dogfights, whereas unlocking armament modifications will help with the ground attack. Some of the best modifications to unlock are the "Engine injection" and "Offensive 23 mm belts". Any of the turret upgrades will also improve potential damage output.

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
=== Offensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}

{{main|NS-23 (23 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:

* 4 x 23 mm NS-23 cannons, wing-mounted (150 rpg = 600 total)

=== Suspended armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}

{{main|FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-100sv (100 kg)|FAB-250sv (250 kg)}}
{{main|M-8|M-13UK|RBS-82|RBS-132}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

* Without load
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs (200 kg total)
* 2 x 250 kg FAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (200 kg total)

Unlike previous attackers, the {{PAGENAME}} cannot carry 8 rockets but only 4, along with bombs and it cannot carry only rockets.

=== Defensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Defensive}}

{{main|B-20E (20 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by:

* 1 x 20 mm B-20E cannon, dorsal turret (150 rpg)

== Usage in battles ==

NS-23 cannons are not capable of destroying medium or light tanks even with AP ammunition. This severely hinders the aircraft's ground attack capabilities, so it is best utilized as a multi-purpose aircraft similar to the [[B7A2|B7A2 Ryusei]]. However, it is worth noting that this aircraft wields the ability to carry a varied payload of both bombs and rockets. With proper aim, it is possible to destroy heavy tanks albeit very difficult as there is no bombing reticule. The "air targets" belt for the 23 mm cannons have the ability to demolish soft ground targets such as armoured cars and AAA units, but also retains the ability to destroy fighters and bombers alike with only a handful of rounds. Therefore, it can be beneficial to first attack the enemy's light defences and then if a teammate has been forced to a lower altitude by a pursuer, attempting to alleviate the stress of that pilot can be beneficial. Like the [[La-9]], the IL-10 (1946) has the ability to fire two of its 23 mm cannons instead of four as the ammunition pools are separate. A good strategy is to use one set of 23 mm belts for attacking ground targets, and the other for destroying enemy aircraft.

If found in a sticky situation, the IL-10 (1946) pilot may choose to call for help or to "roll the dice" and use the 20 mm tail cannon. While it is effective, hitting the enemy at longer distances can be very difficult, especially without the "new 20 mm cannon (turret)" module upgrade. It is best to lure an enemy by turning and evading their fire and then lining them up directly with your tail cannon. It is possible to destroy the enemy aircraft with less than 10 shells if they are very close and the tail gunner is accurate. Another unorthodox method of using the 20 mm tail cannon involves a situation in which an initial pass on a ground target failed. Depending on how close the IL-10 (1946) is to the ground target, it is possible to destroy it from behind with the 20 mm tail gun. This is very difficult especially as the distance from the target increases.

=== Manual Engine Control ===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="7" | MEC elements
|-
! rowspan="2" | Mixer
! rowspan="2" | Pitch
! colspan="3" | Radiator
! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger
|-
! Oil !! Water !! Type
|-
| Controllable || Controllable Not auto controlled || Not controllable Not auto controlled || Controllable Auto control available || Combined || Not controllable 1 gear || Not controllable
|-
|}

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Forward-firing 4 x 23 mm cannons can do massive damage
* Defensive 20 mm gunner with 150 rounds of ammunition for protection (won't always save you, but can bring down over-eager enemy fighters reliably)
* Accelerates rather quickly (useful for gaining distance from a failed ground strike)
* Versatile payload of bombs and rockets
* Highly armoured cockpit
* Durable aircraft, can absorb damage
* Good manoeuvrability for an attacker

'''Cons:'''

* Large aircraft, easy target
* 23 mm are difficult to aim due to low muzzle velocity
* Lots of armour plating in the cockpit, hinders visibility (if playing SB)
* Cannot perform high-speed manoeuvres
* Bleeds energy extremely quickly
* Very slow roll rate
* Low top speed, manoeuvrability and climb rate
* NS-23 still does not have the penetration to damage medium tanks, even with API-T at optimal angles.
* Almost no protection for the rear gunner
* Fewer payload options than previous attackers

== History ==
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== Media ==


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== See also ==
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''

* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
* [[IL-10]]

== External links ==
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{{AirManufacturer Ilyushin}}
{{USSR strike aircraft}}

IL-10

2023-02-16T06:02:13Z

U42266331: Added the IL-10(46) in the "see also" section

{{About
| about = Soviet strike aircraft '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = other versions
| link = IL-10 (Family)
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|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
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== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.41]].

The IL-10 is the result of the experience of the Ilyushin design bureau in an attempt to made a worthy successor of the famous [[IL-2M (1943)|IL-2M]] ground attack aircraft. Thus, the IL-10 is essentially a reincarnation of IL-2M with various problems of its predecessor being ironed out (most notably its slow flight speed).

This version of the IL-10 is the 1945 version, equipped with exactly the same armaments with the "Sturmovik", featuring two 23 mm VYa-23 cannons and two 7.62 mm ShKAS machine guns as its offensive armaments, while the gunner is equipped with a 12.7 mm Berezin machine gun.

== General info ==
=== Flight performance ===
{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}

The IL-10 offers a much needed mobility improvement compared to IL-2. While the aircraft is still quite heavy and sluggish to turn at times, the IL-10 is able to reach its flat top speed quickly, and is capable of executing some turnfighting moves to caught an enemy off guard. Though you might need to be more careful since the IL-10 bleeds a considerable amount of energy while turning.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="70%"
! rowspan="2" | Characteristics
! colspan="2" | Max Speed (km/h at 2,800 m)
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude (metres)
! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb (metres/second)
! rowspan="2" | Take-off run (metres)
|-
! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
|-
! Stock
| 529 || 510 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 25.3 || 26.6 || 7.6 || 7.6 || rowspan="2" | 550
|-
! Upgraded
| 578 || 551 || 22.7 || 24.0 || 13.8 || 10.4
|-
|}

==== Details ====
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | Features
|-
! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
|-
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X 
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="7" | Limits
|-
! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
|-
! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
|-
| 720  || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 498 || 469 || 320 || ~14 || ~14
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
|-
! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
|-
| < 370 || < 410 || < 400 || > 322
|-
|}

=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}}


* 5 mm steel on both sides of pilot and gunner
* 5 mm steel on top of frontal fuel tank
* 6 mm steel covering the underside
* 6 mm steel disc behind propeller spinner
* 6 mm steel on both sides of pilot's head
* 6 mm steel in front of and below windshield
* 7 mm steel above engine
* 8 mm steel surrounding the nose (except for the top)
* 8 mm steel behind pilot's head
* 8.5 mm steel behind central fuel tank
* 8.5 mm steel in front of gunner*
* 64 mm bulletproof glass in front of pilot
* Self-sealing fuel tanks, with neutral gas pressurization system (1 in front of pilot, 1 underneath pilot)

<nowiki>*</nowiki>Note that the gunner is rear-facing

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
=== Offensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}

{{main|VYa-23 (23 mm)|ShKAS (7.62 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:

* 2 x 23 mm VYa-23 cannons, wing-mounted (150 rpg = 300 total)
* 2 x 7.62 mm ShKAS machine guns, wing-mounted (750 rpg = 1,500 total)

The IL-10 is equipped with the powerful 23 mm VYa-23 guns already found on the IL-2M, as it is essentially a faster version of the IL-2M. These guns are still effective at its battle rating. The two VYa-23 cannons have a very high rate of fire and a surprisingly effective incendiary tracer that allows it to light up the enemy's engine on fire during head-on or a chase.

While the two 7.62 mm ShKAS machine guns lack stopping power are not the best offensive armament, you can still use them to strafe soft targets, while reserving cannons for heavier ground targets and aircraft. You can use these guns separately via weapon selection to conserve the proper ammunition for a suitable target

While the IL-10 sports less anti-air stopping power when compared to the four 23 mm NS-23 cannons on the [[IL-10 (1946)|1946 version]], its 23 mm VYa-23 cannons offer a greater penetration power which compensates the lack of additional cannons.

=== Suspended armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}

{{main|FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-100sv (100 kg)|FAB-250sv (250 kg)}}
{{main|M-8|M-13UK|RBS-82|RBS-132}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

* Without load
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs (200 kg total)
* 2 x 250 kg FAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 50 kg FAB-50sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (100 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-8 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-82 rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x M-13UK rockets (200 kg total)
* 2 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs + 4 x RBS-132 rockets (200 kg total)

=== Defensive armament ===
{{Specs-Avia-Defensive}}

{{main|Berezin UB (12.7 mm)}}

The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by:

* 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, dorsal turret (300 rpg)

== Usage in battles ==

Being essentially a faster IL-2M with less payload, the early IL-10 has several shortcomings that made the plane less forgiving to fly. However, it still had great potential to dominate the match.

While you're faster than before, so does your enemy. Unlike the match in the IL-2M where your enemy is slower and you have more time to react, the enemy you'll have to face at this BR is fast and well-armed enough to kill you in seconds if you do not pay attention. You're still able to win a dogfight against fighters via turnfighting, though you may need to be decisive and finish the enemy off as soon as possible due to the IL-10's poor energy retention.

Ground-pounding capability-wise, the IL-10 has a problem with its mediocre payload, it will occasionally struggle to destroy heavier targets with its bombs and rockets. Though the IL-10 is able to strafe various heavy targets from above thanks to the 23 mm VYa cannons, it also carries 2 x 7.62 mm ShKAS machine guns which are good at strafing soft targets, allowing you to conserve the ammunition of the 23 mm to deal with hard targets.

=== Manual Engine Control ===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! colspan="7" | MEC elements
|-
! rowspan="2" | Mixer
! rowspan="2" | Pitch
! colspan="3" | Radiator
! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger
|-
! Oil !! Water !! Type
|-
| Controllable || Controllable Not auto controlled || Not controllable Not auto controlled || Controllable Auto control available || Combined || Not controllable 1 gear || Not controllable
|-
|}

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Airframe can take some beatings before going down
* Well-armoured pilot and gunner seats, as well as engine cover
* Effective multi-purposes armaments
* Quite fast and manoeuvrable for its weight

'''Cons:'''

* Mediocre climb rate and poor energy retention
* Defensive armament can prove unreliable at times
* Payload options are not impressive
* Usually faces strong and fast opponents with powerful armaments

== History ==


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{{Navigation-Start|{{Annotation|Archive of the in-game description|An archive of the historical description of the vehicle that was presented in-game prior to Update 1.55 'Royal Armour'}}|expand=true}}
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The IL-10 Sturmovik was a Soviet WWII-era attack aircraft created by the Ilyushin Design Bureau in 1944. It first saw combat on 16th April 1945. Serial production of the IL-10 was set up at three factories, Numbers 1, 18 and 64 and continued for five years. A total of over 4,600 IL-10s were produced, as well as 280 training IL-10Us. A licensed version of the IL-10 was also produced at the Avia factory in Czechoslovakia from December 1951 until 1955, designated Avia B-33. In 1953 and 1954, Czech-produced variants were also exported to Poland, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria. B-33s were armed with four NS-23RM cannon with 150 shells each. A total of 1,200 aircraft were built by Avia.

The heavily-armoured IL-10 with the AM-42 engine was a perfect embodiment of the Soviet "flying infantry fighting vehicle" concept, whose combat efficiency when providing close air support was increased by "high mobility" over the battlefield, and somewhat improved armament compared to those used on the previous mainstay Soviet ground attack aircraft, the IL-2. The IL-10's top speed at sea level was 540 km/h, 596 km/h at 2,600 m, and roughly 620 km/h at 5,000 m. This meant that contemporary propeller-driven fighters could only catch up to the IL-10 given initial altitude advantage, or when using engine boost. Also, aerial combat was not easy.
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== Media ==


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== See also ==


* [[IL-2 (Family)]]
* [[Su-6 (Family)]]
* [[IL-10 (1946)|IL-10(1946)]]

== External links ==
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{{AirManufacturer Ilyushin}}
{{USSR strike aircraft}}