AJ37 - Revision history

U22067555: Added RB 75T

2024-11-24T13:18:15Z

Added RB 75T

U38088265: /* Suspended armament */

2024-07-18T18:11:20Z

‎Suspended armament

U68014846: /* Suspended armament */ adding new countermeasures pods from 16.07.24

2024-07-18T09:29:40Z

‎Suspended armament: adding new countermeasures pods from 16.07.24

U120313908: /* Description */ New Description Project

2024-02-18T05:25:06Z

‎Description: New Description Project

U44629479: Undo revision 180527 by U151203930 (talk)

2024-01-20T17:03:09Z

Undo revision 180527 by U151203930 (talk)

U151203930: /* Pros and cons */

2024-01-20T16:25:00Z

‎Pros and cons

U38088265: /* Suspended armament */ Updated

2023-07-02T12:14:04Z

‎Suspended armament: Updated

U44629479: Edits

2022-12-16T21:54:42Z

Edits

U48664895: /* Usage in battles */ Updated the AJ37 usage in battles.

2022-12-15T19:18:23Z

‎Usage in battles: Updated the AJ37 usage in battles.

U48664895: /* Pros and cons */ Removed half of a con stating that you couldn't carry countermeasures with the cannons. With the addition of custom loadouts, you are now able to carry countermeasures and a gunpod

2022-12-15T18:59:32Z

‎Pros and cons: Removed half of a con stating that you couldn't carry countermeasures with the cannons. With the addition of custom loadouts, you are now able to carry countermeasures and a gunpod

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 |-
 ! [[RB 75]] missiles
 | || 1 || || 1 ||
 |-
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 * 2 x Rb05A missiles
 * 2 x RB 75 missiles
 * 16 x 120 kg m/71 bombs (1,920 kg total)
 * 16 x 120 kg m/71 retarded bombs (1,920 kg total)

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 ! !! width="9%" | 1 !! width="9%" | 2 !! width="9%" | 3 !! width="9%" | 4 !! width="9%" | 5
-| rowspan="10" width="30%" | <div class="ttx-image">[[File:Hardpoints_{{PAGENAME}}.png]]</div>
+| rowspan="12" width="30%" | <div class="ttx-image">[[File:Hardpoints_{{PAGENAME}}.png]]</div>
 |-
 ! [[Akan m/55 (30 mm)|30 mm Akan m/55]] cannons (150 rpg)
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 |-
 ! [[m/71 (120 kg)|120 kg m/71]] bombs
 | 4 || 4 || || 4 || 4
 |-
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 | || 1 || || 1 ||
 |-
-! Countermeasures
+! Large calibre countermeasures
-| 24
+| 24* || || || || 24*
-(chaff)
+|-
-| || || || 24
+! Large calibre chaff
-(chaff)
+| 340* || || || || 340*
 |-
 ! 1,250 l drop tanks
 | || || 1 || ||
 |-
 |}
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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
 {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
 * 1 x 1,250 l drop tank + 2 x 30 mm Akan m/55 cannons (150 rpg = 300 total)
 * 2 x RB24J missiles
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 * 2 x RB 75 missiles
 * 16 x 120 kg m/71 bombs (1,920 kg total)
-* 48 x countermeasures; 680 x chaff
+* 16 x 120 kg m/71 retarded bombs (1,920 kg total)
 {{Navigation-End}}

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 |-
 ! Countermeasures
-| 24 || || || || 24
+| 24
 |-
 ! 1,250 l drop tanks
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 * 2 x RB 75 missiles
 * 16 x 120 kg m/71 bombs (1,920 kg total)
-* 48 x countermeasures
+* 48 x countermeasures; 680 x chaff
 {{Navigation-End}}

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Swedish strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Ground Breaking"]]. Being the first Viggen variant produced and intended to replace the [[A32A]], the {{PAGENAME}} offers the air-to-ground capability that the later [[JA37C]] lacks.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}'''  was the ground attack variant of the SAAB 37 Viggen. The aircraft received precision guided ground weaponry, like RB 04 Anti-Ship missiles and RB 05 air to surface missiles, which will later be replaced by the AGM-65 Maverick for dealing with fortifications and enemy armour, the aircraft also received the ability to carry bombs and rockets, while retaining its capability to carry AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles for self defence. A total of 108 units were built with deliveries starting in mid 1971.
 == General info ==
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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
 {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
 * 1 x 1,250 l drop tank + 2 x 30 mm Akan m/55 cannons (150 rpg = 300 total)
 * 2 x RB24J missiles

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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
 {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
 * 1 x 1,250 l drop tank + 2 x 30 mm Akan m/55 cannons (150 rpg = 300 total)
 * 2 x RB24J missiles
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 * No radar missiles are available
 * Afterburner drains fuel quickly (1:10 ratio)
 == History ==

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 {{Specs-Avia-Armour}}
 <!-- ''Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.'' -->
 Although designed with air-to-ground missions in mind, the {{PAGENAME}} does not come equipped with pilot protection. Despite its size, the {{PAGENAME}} is not well-suited for handling incoming damage. The fuselage is noticeably tanky, but due to the large engine and control surfaces, the likelihood of surviving hits without consequence is fairly small.
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 ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs)
 |-
-| {{Tick}} || {{Tick}} || {{Tick}} || {{Cross}}
+| {{Tick}} || {{Tick}} || {{Tick}} || {{Tick}}
 |-
 |}
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 {{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
 <!-- ''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' -->
-The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets:
+The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
-* 2 x 30 mm Akan m/55 cannons (150 rpg = 300 total)
+{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
 * 2 x RB24J missiles
 * 2 x RB24 missiles
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 * 16 x 120 kg m/71 bombs (1,920 kg total)
 * 48 x countermeasures
 The stock loadouts on the {{PAGENAME}} allow for either gunpods or air-to-air missiles. The performance of the RB24J often allows two guaranteed air kills, which can be important when spading the aircraft. However, more skilled pilots might find more use out of the Akan gun pods as they can down significantly more aircraft in one go and still engage ground targets if needed. They can be somewhat tricky to get used to, however, as they are spaced out from the center of the aircraft, both horizontally and vertically.
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 The 120 kg m/71s are the only type of bombs found on this aircraft. Carried in groups of four, these bombs are dispensed singularly starting from the left. Their limited explosive mass makes them fairly inefficient at destroying bases in air battles. However, the precision offered by the ballistic computer allows for plenty of stopping power against ground vehicles. These bombs are also a lot safer to use than unguided rockets, as they do not require the pilot to look directly at the target.
 == Usage in battles ==
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 * Stay as fast as possible when engaging aircraft
 * Use RWR to notch enemy radar missiles when uptiered
 * Use flares reinforced
 [[File:AJ37 Climb.png|thumb|350px|AJ37 seen climbing]]
 The {{PAGENAME}} has no limitations when it comes to flight performance. The acceleration, manoeuvrability, and top speed outclasses almost any aircraft it faces, giving it plenty of wiggle room for engaging anything it wants. With the addition of custom loadouts, the AJ37 is now able to carry a gunpod and flare pod simultaneously. The downside lies in the suspended weaponry, which is very limited for a plane its size. These downsides are entirely dependent on the opponents a pilot is going against, as some aircraft might have even less to work with than the {{PAGENAME}}, making them easy prey. In downtiers, the {{PAGENAME}} can become unstoppable as the armament becomes secondary. Since the {{PAGENAME}} is one of the best handling supersonic aircraft, facing subsonic and transonic opponents is a walk in the park. When facing these sorts of aircraft, firepower should always be prioritized to maximize the amount of damage the plane can put out. Here, a pilot should focus on going straight in, keeping opponents busy for allied teammates.
 When facing more potent opponents, however, especially those at higher tiers, the lacklustre weaponry becomes apparent. The {{PAGENAME}} carries half the expected amount of missiles and has no all-aspect capability. On top of this, opponents at this tier often carry potent missiles that require flares to properly avoid. A loadout with flares, RB24J missiles, and a gun pod is necessary. In these matches, it's imperative to stick to teammates or focus on a lone enemy plane.
 '''Ground Realistic Battles'''

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 '''Air Realistic Battles'''
-* Always carry RB24Js, flares and guns
+* Always carry RB24Js, flares, and guns
 * Take as much fuel as possible
 * Avoid higher altitudes

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 * Limited armament options - Only able to carry up to two weapon types, on four pylons
 * Poor energy retention at lower speeds
-* Countermeasures require weapon pylon, and cannot be equipped with cannons
+* Countermeasure pod replaces a weapon pylon
 * Only small bombs are available
 * Limited burst mass and range on 30 mm Akan - Outclassed by 20 mm Vulcan