BB-1 - Revision history

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U44629479: Added About template

2024-03-31T06:41:26Z

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U44629479: Undo revision 184424 by U134167549 (talk)

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Undo revision 184424 by U134167549 (talk)

U134167549: added FAB-500sv bomb page to main articles in suspended armament.

2024-03-31T02:31:53Z

added FAB-500sv bomb page to main articles in suspended armament.

U134167549: Spelling and added new bomb load from an update (500 kg bombs).

2024-03-31T02:28:02Z

Spelling and added new bomb load from an update (500 kg bombs).

U38088265: /* Suspended armament */

2023-12-15T22:07:29Z

‎Suspended armament

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‎Suspended armament

U134890678: New bomb

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New bomb

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‎Pros and cons

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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.'' -->
-In the mid-1930s, tensions were rising in Europe and the Soviet Union. The Soviets determined a need for a new multipurpose combat aircraft, which would not specialise in a role but could be utilised as a bomber, attacker, and even as a combat fighter if needed. However, its main job would be as a reconnaissance aircraft which would then attack targets it came across. Joseph Stalin personally issued the requirement for this aircraft and the project was code-named *"Ivanov"*. P.O. Sukhoi became the chief designer of this proposed aircraft while working at the Tupolev experimental design bureau and designed what initially was known as the ANT-51, which first flew in 1937. Though a disappointment due to being outfitted with an 820 hp Shvetsov M-62 engine, the aircraft was re-equipped with a Tumansky M-87 engine and began production as the BB-1 (Blizhniy Bombardirovschik; Russian: Ближний Бомбардировщик — "short-range bomber").
+In the mid-1930s, tensions were rising in Europe and the Soviet Union. The Soviets determined a need for a new multipurpose combat aircraft, which would not specialise in a role but could be utilised as a bomber, attacker, and even as a combat fighter if needed. However, its main job would be as a reconnaissance aircraft which would then attack targets it came across. Joseph Stalin personally issued the requirement for this aircraft and the project was code-named "Ivanov". P.O. Sukhoi became the chief designer of this proposed aircraft while working at the Tupolev experimental design bureau and designed what initially was known as the ANT-51, which first flew in 1937. Though a disappointment due to being outfitted with an 820 hp Shvetsov M-62 engine, the aircraft was re-equipped with a Tumansky M-87 engine and began production as the '''BB-1''' (Blizhniy Bombardirovschik; Russian: Ближний Бомбардировщик — "short-range bomber").
 In the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the BB-1 is a very forgiving aircraft, especially to those who are new to attack aircraft. While not a fast aircraft, it does allow pilots to buzz treetops and follow the terrain on the way to the targets. Though it cannot adequately bomb bases, it does have a keen ability to "loiter", slowly weaving around a battlefield where light trucks, anti-aircraft artillery, and light tanks will be about. The bomb options and the machine gun loadouts allow for this attacker to drop bombs on ground targets along with strafing them with machine guns. Once past the targets, the BB-1 can easily manoeuvre around and begin the attack run again. Enemy attackers and fighters which come along will quickly find the rear-facing 7.62 mm ShKAS machine gun turret, which is relatively fast-firing and can be quite effective at times, damaging and disabling aircraft which choose to sit on the BB-1's tail. Though not a strong suit of the attacker, it can, if need be, engage as a fighter. This attacker will not win any speed records when dogfighting, but with its large wings and rudder, it does have the ability to turn remarkably fast, making it difficult for an enemy fighter to get a firing solution.

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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}} Soviet strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
+In the mid-1930s, tensions were rising in Europe and the Soviet Union. The Soviets determined a need for a new multipurpose combat aircraft, which would not specialise in a role but could be utilised as a bomber, attacker, and even as a combat fighter if needed. However, its main job would be as a reconnaissance aircraft which would then attack targets it came across. Joseph Stalin personally issued the requirement for this aircraft and the project was code-named *"Ivanov"*. P.O. Sukhoi became the chief designer of this proposed aircraft while working at the Tupolev experimental design bureau and designed what initially was known as the ANT-51, which first flew in 1937. Though a disappointment due to being outfitted with an 820 hp Shvetsov M-62 engine, the aircraft was re-equipped with a Tumansky M-87 engine and began production as the BB-1 (Blizhniy Bombardirovschik; Russian: Ближний Бомбардировщик — "short-range bomber").
-In the mid-1930s, tensions were rising in Europe and the Soviet Union. Taking a look at the Soviet air forces of the time, it was determined that there was a need for a multi-purpose combat aircraft, which would not specialize in a role, but could be utilized as a bomber, attacker and even as a combat fighter if needed, however, its main job would be as a reconnaissance aircraft which would then attack targets it came across. Joseph Stalin personally issued the requirement for this aircraft and the project was code-named ''Ivanov''. P.O. Sukhoi became the chief designer of this proposed aircraft while working at the Tupolev experimental design bureau and designed what initially was known as the ANT-51 first flying in 1937. Though a disappointment due to being outfitted with an 820 hp Shvetsov M-62 engine, the aircraft was outfitted with a Tumansky M-87 engine and now began production as the {{PAGENAME}} (Blizhniy Bombardirovschik; Russian: Ближний Бомбардировщик — "short-range bomber").
+In the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the BB-1 is a very forgiving aircraft, especially to those who are new to attack aircraft. While not a fast aircraft, it does allow pilots to buzz treetops and follow the terrain on the way to the targets. Though it cannot adequately bomb bases, it does have a keen ability to "loiter", slowly weaving around a battlefield where light trucks, anti-aircraft artillery, and light tanks will be about. The bomb options and the machine gun loadouts allow for this attacker to drop bombs on ground targets along with strafing them with machine guns. Once past the targets, the BB-1 can easily manoeuvre around and begin the attack run again. Enemy attackers and fighters which come along will quickly find the rear-facing 7.62 mm ShKAS machine gun turret, which is relatively fast-firing and can be quite effective at times, damaging and disabling aircraft which choose to sit on the BB-1's tail. Though not a strong suit of the attacker, it can, if need be, engage as a fighter. This attacker will not win any speed records when dogfighting, but with its large wings and rudder, it does have the ability to turn remarkably fast, making it difficult for an enemy fighter to get a firing solution.
 == General info ==

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		+	{{About
		+	\| about = Soviet strike aircraft '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
		+	\| usage = the Soviet naval depth charge
		+	\| link = BB-1 depth charge
		+	}}
	{{Specs-Card		{{Specs-Card
	\|code=bb-1		\|code=bb-1

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 |}
-=== Survivability and armor ===
+=== Survivability and armour ===
 {{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.'' -->
-* No armor plating
+* No armour plating
-* No armor glazing
+* No armour glazing
 * Critical components located at the front of aircraft (fuel, pilot, engine, controls)
 * More fuel tanks located in wings near the fuselage
-The {{PAGENAME}} was meant to be a light-weight attacker/bomber which could be produced rather quickly. To perform its mission adequately with the engines which were slated to be used, this aircraft needed to remain as light as possible, but still be able to carry an effective load of bombs. To eliminate weight where possible included not installing any protective armor or bulletproof windshields. Crazy as it sounds, another weight-saving method was to utilize wood paneling which is poor protection even against smaller 7 mm machine gun rounds. Though three fuel tanks are found in the aircraft (one in the fuselage in front of the cockpit and one in each wing), an ingenious solution of the time aided in the prevention of fuel tank fires and that was due to the aircraft having the ability to vent exhaust into the fuel tanks, preventing the burning of the fuel if the tank becomes ruptured. In-game, the BB-1 can tank a fair few hits from rifle-caliber MGs, but anything armed with 12.7 mm or larger will tear it apart.
+The {{PAGENAME}} was meant to be a light-weight attacker/bomber which could be produced rather quickly. To perform its mission adequately with the engines which were slated to be used, this aircraft needed to remain as light as possible, but still be able to carry an effective load of bombs. To eliminate weight where possible included not installing any protective armour or bulletproof windshields. Crazy as it sounds, another weight-saving method was to utilize wood panelling which is poor protection even against smaller 7 mm machine gun rounds. Though three fuel tanks are found in the aircraft (one in the fuselage in front of the cockpit and one in each wing), an ingenious solution of the time aided in the prevention of fuel tank fires and that was due to the aircraft having the ability to vent exhaust into the fuel tanks, preventing the burning of the fuel if the tank becomes ruptured. In-game, the BB-1 can tank a fair few hits from rifle-calibre MGs, but anything armed with 12.7 mm or larger will tear it apart.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 * 6 x 100 kg FAB-100sv bombs (600 kg total)
 * 2 x 250 kg FAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
 * 2 x 220 kg BRAB-220 (1930) bombs (440 kg total)
 === Defensive armament ===

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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.'' -->
-{{main|FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-100sv (100 kg)|BRAB-220 (1930) (220 kg)|FAB-250sv (250 kg)}}
+{{main|FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-100sv (100 kg)|BRAB-220 (1930) (220 kg)|FAB-250sv (250 kg)|FAB-500sv (500 kg)}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

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 * No armour
 * Defensive turret only has one 7.62 mm machine gun
-* Only useful for bombing targets as the plane isn't compatible against faster fighter planes
+* Only useful for bombing targets as the plane isn't competitive against faster fighter planes
 * Works best at low altitudes, typically where fighters are hunting
 * No dive flaps/brakes