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 <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-A torpedo-bomber easily recognized by its square-shaped fuselage, the BTD-1 "Destroyer" is a heavily armed single-seat propeller-driven aircraft designed to destroy naval and ground targets. The BTD-1 can, however, be stretched to various different playstyles, even being capable of destroying aerial targets thanks to a pair of 20 mm AN/M2 cannons. With carrier capabilities and a bomber spawn, the BTD-1 can effectively work on most maps and conditions. Although sluggish at higher speeds, the plane performs favourably at higher altitudes. This altitude advantage is quickly lost, however, due to a great loss of energy while turning. When used in ground and air battles, the BTD-1 excels at delivering a large payload to a target with pinpoint accuracy. Along with great survivability and premium-boosters, it's a great vehicle for new players looking to learn how to use both bombs and torpedoes on a single-engine bomber.
+A torpedo-bomber easily recognized by its square-shaped fuselage, the BTD-1 "Destroyer" is a heavily armed single-seat propeller-driven aircraft designed to destroy naval and ground targets. The BTD-1 can, however, be stretched to various different playstyles, even being capable of destroying aerial targets thanks to a pair of 20 mm AN/M2 cannons. With carrier capabilities and a bomber spawn, the BTD-1 can effectively work on most maps and conditions. Although sluggish at higher speeds, the plane performs favourably at higher altitudes. This altitude advantage is quickly lost, however, due to a great loss of energy while turning. When used in ground and air battles, the BTD-1 excels at delivering a large payload to a target with pinpoint accuracy. Along with great survivability and premium-boosters, it's a great vehicle for new players looking to learn how to use both bombs and torpedoes on a single-engine bomber. The flight performance in a dive becomes unstable at higher speeds, resulting in excessive oscillations that make it difficult to maintain a steady dive line.
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 * Less responsive handling at low altitudes
 * Bombs and torpedoes limit the plane's manoeuvrability
 * Cannot use WEP at an altitude higher than 3,000 m

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 * Less responsive handling at low altitudes
 * Bombs and torpedoes limit the plane's manoeuvrability
 * Cannot use WEP at an altitude higher than 3,000 m
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 ;Skins
 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=btd-1 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
 ;Images
-<gallery mode="packed-hover"  heights="150">
+<gallery mode="packed-hover" heights="150">
 Image:BTD1aboveclouds.jpg
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 == External links ==
 ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.''

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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|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-Mk 1 (1,600 lb)|Mk.13-1 Case (1,927 lb)|Type A Mark I mine}}
+{{main|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-Mk 1 (1,600 lb)|Mk.13-6 Case (2,216 lb)|Type A Mark I mine}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
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 * 2 x Type A Mark I mines
 * 1 x 1,600 lb AN-Mk 1 bomb (1,600 lb total)
-* 2 x 1,927 lb Mk.13-1 Case torpedoes
+* 2 x 2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case torpedoes
 == Usage in battles ==

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 '''Dive bombing'''
-Using the BTD-1 for its intended purposes makes the plane shine. Although quite sluggish with bombs loaded, the large payload of 2,000 lb bomb or two naval mines is very effective, giving the pilot options to attack most naval, or ground based targets with guaranteed success. The recommended procedure for dive-bombing can be simplified to pointing your plane straight downwards at a target after flying above it. This can be, for example, a destroyer or an enemy base. At this stage, the BTD-1 has no problem unleashing its payload and getting out of trouble. If extra time is needed to adjust the planes heading, the large air-brakes can be deployed, slowing the plane enough to safely dive as far down as the player wishes.
+Using the BTD-1 for its intended purposes makes the plane shine. Although quite sluggish with bombs loaded, the large payload of up 2,000 lb of bombs or two naval mines is very effective, giving the pilot options to attack most naval, or ground based targets with guaranteed success. The recommended procedure for dive-bombing can be simplified to pointing your plane straight downwards at a target after flying above it. This can be, for example, a destroyer or an enemy base. At this stage, the BTD-1 has no problem unleashing its payload and getting out of trouble. If extra time is needed to adjust the planes heading, the large air-brakes can be deployed, slowing the plane enough to safely dive as far down as the player wishes.
 '''Torpedo bombing'''
-On certain occasions, the BTD-1 has the opportunity to destroy naval vessels. If this be Naval battles or Air battles, the overall destructiveness of a torpedo stays the same. The BTD-1 can equip two 2216lb torpedoes, capable of being dropped at almost 400 km/h These torpedoes are enough to sink a destroyer each, or a single carrier. Even though this role requires patience and a lot of flanking, it remains a fun and unique way to deal damage to enemy ships. Most pilots will find enjoyment in having a single-engine plane capable of taking two torpedoes. Just remember to stay out of dodge from enemy fire, since the heavy torpedoes and low altitude make it almost impossible to dodge enemy shells.
+On certain occasions, the BTD-1 has the opportunity to destroy naval vessels. If this be Naval battles or Air battles, the overall destructiveness of a torpedo stays the same. The BTD-1 can equip two 1,927 lb torpedoes, capable of being dropped at almost 400 km/h. These torpedoes are enough to sink a destroyer each, or a single carrier. Even though this role requires patience and a lot of flanking to avoid ship AA defences, it remains a fun and unique way to deal damage to enemy ships. Most pilots will find enjoyment in having a single-engine plane capable of taking two torpedoes. Just remember to stay aware of enemy fire, since the heavy torpedoes and low altitude make it almost impossible to dodge enemy shells.
 '''Close air support'''
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 * Great armament
 ** Two 20 mm AN/M2 cannons pack enough punch to destroy any enemy it faces
-** Great choice of additional armament with 500, 1,000 and 2,000 lb bombs
+** Great choice of additional armament with 500, 1,000, and 1,600 lb bombs
 ** Can carry two torpedoes
 ** Can carry two naval mines, each with a higher explosive mass than a 2,000 lb bomb

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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|AN-M57 (250 lb)|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-M66A2 (2,000 lb)}}
+{{main|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-Mk 1 (1,600 lb)|Mk.13-1 Case (1,927 lb)|Type A Mark I mine}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
-* 6 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (1,500 lb total)
+* Without load
-* 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 2 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (1,500 lb total)
+* 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
 * 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (2,000 lb total)
 * 2 x Type A Mark I mines
-* 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
+* 1 x 1,600 lb AN-Mk 1 bomb (1,600 lb total)
 * 2 x 1,927 lb Mk.13-1 Case torpedoes

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium rank {{Specs|rank}} American naval bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.33]].
-The BTD-1 is a single engine dive bomber and torpedo bomber and can carry a very wide array of explosive ordnance. This plane can be used effectively against both ground and naval targets. "The Destroyer" can reload on either an aircraft carrier or an airfield. It can also be utilized as a bomber hunter, using the air spawn (on non-carrier maps) and it's twin 20mm cannons to shred stray bombers.
+The BTD-1 is a single engine dive bomber and torpedo bomber and can carry a very wide array of explosive ordnance. This plane can be used effectively against both ground and naval targets. The "Destroyer" can reload on either an aircraft carrier or an airfield. It can also be utilized as a bomber hunter, using the air spawn (on non-carrier maps) and its twin 20 mm cannons to shred stray bombers.
 == General info ==
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 <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-A torpedo-bomber easily recognized by its square-shaped fuselage, the BTD-1 "Destroyer" is a heavily armed single-seat propeller-driven aircraft designed to destroy naval and ground targets. The BTD-1 can, however, be stretched to various different playstyles, even being capable of destroying aerial targets thanks to a pair of AN/M2 20 mm cannons. With carrier capabilities and a bomber spawn, the BTD-1 can effectively work on most maps and conditions. Although sluggish at higher speeds, the plane performs favourably at higher altitudes. This altitude advantage is quickly lost, however, due to a great loss of energy while turning. When used in ground and air battles, the BTD-1 excels at delivering a large payload to a target with pinpoint accuracy. Along with great survivability and premium-boosters, it's a great vehicle for new players looking to learn how to use both bombs and torpedoes on a single-engine bomber.
+A torpedo-bomber easily recognized by its square-shaped fuselage, the BTD-1 "Destroyer" is a heavily armed single-seat propeller-driven aircraft designed to destroy naval and ground targets. The BTD-1 can, however, be stretched to various different playstyles, even being capable of destroying aerial targets thanks to a pair of 20 mm AN/M2 cannons. With carrier capabilities and a bomber spawn, the BTD-1 can effectively work on most maps and conditions. Although sluggish at higher speeds, the plane performs favourably at higher altitudes. This altitude advantage is quickly lost, however, due to a great loss of energy while turning. When used in ground and air battles, the BTD-1 excels at delivering a large payload to a target with pinpoint accuracy. Along with great survivability and premium-boosters, it's a great vehicle for new players looking to learn how to use both bombs and torpedoes on a single-engine bomber.
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 [[File:BTD armour.png|thumb|Armour plates found inside the BTD-1]]
-The BTD is well known for its bulky fuselage and decent protection. Along with some 9.5 mm plates, the cockpit is outfitted with a 40mm bulletproof glass plate, giving the pilot decent protection against incoming fire from the front. The wings and fuselage are quite durable, usually tanking the most critical damage before breaking apart. What tends to bring the BTD-1 back to earth are the control surfaces, which either break internally or externally when fired at. The control surfaces of the tail-section being especially vulnerable to damage, which results in the complete abandonment of the BTD-1 if destroyed.
+The BTD is well known for its bulky fuselage and decent protection. Along with some 9.5 mm plates, the cockpit is outfitted with a 40 mm bulletproof glass plate, giving the pilot decent protection against incoming fire from the front. The wings and fuselage are quite durable, usually tanking the most critical damage before breaking apart. What tends to bring the BTD-1 back to earth are the control surfaces, which either break internally or externally when fired at. The control surfaces of the tail-section being especially vulnerable to damage, which results in the complete abandonment of the BTD-1 if destroyed.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 '''Bomber interception'''
-By selecting the bomber spawn, the BTD-1 gets the same starting altitude of around 3500 meters. This ensures that the BTD-1 can efficiently intercept bombers if the pilot wishes to do so. By releasing the starting payload and climbing, the BTD-1 can achieve similar or higher altitudes than most planes at its BR, making it a dangerous foe to fight against. On top of this, the BTD-1 has great manoeuvrability at height, which helps it get on top of most enemies it faces. Despite these upsides, it's still important to remember the weight of this plane. Any fighter with an energy advantage will make easy work of a BTD-1 due to the weak power output it offers.
+By selecting the bomber spawn, the BTD-1 gets the same starting altitude of around 3,500 m. This ensures that the BTD-1 can efficiently intercept bombers if the pilot wishes to do so. By releasing the starting payload and climbing, the BTD-1 can achieve similar or higher altitudes than most planes at its BR, making it a dangerous foe to fight against. On top of this, the BTD-1 has great manoeuvrability at height, which helps it get on top of most enemies it faces. Despite these upsides, it's still important to remember the weight of this plane. Any fighter with an energy advantage will make easy work of a BTD-1 due to the weak power output it offers.
 '''Dive bombing'''
-Using the BTD-1 for its intended purposes makes the plane shine. Although quite sluggish with bombs loaded, the large payload of 2000lb bomb or two naval mines is very effective, giving the pilot options to attack most naval, or ground based targets with guaranteed success. The recommended procedure for dive-bombing can be simplified to pointing your plane straight downwards at a target after flying above it. This can be, for example, a destroyer or an enemy base. At this stage, the BTD-1 has no problem unleashing its payload and getting out of trouble. If extra time is needed to adjust the planes heading, the large air-brakes can be deployed, slowing the plane enough to safely dive as far down as the player wishes.
+Using the BTD-1 for its intended purposes makes the plane shine. Although quite sluggish with bombs loaded, the large payload of 2,000 lb bomb or two naval mines is very effective, giving the pilot options to attack most naval, or ground based targets with guaranteed success. The recommended procedure for dive-bombing can be simplified to pointing your plane straight downwards at a target after flying above it. This can be, for example, a destroyer or an enemy base. At this stage, the BTD-1 has no problem unleashing its payload and getting out of trouble. If extra time is needed to adjust the planes heading, the large air-brakes can be deployed, slowing the plane enough to safely dive as far down as the player wishes.
 '''Torpedo bombing'''
-On certain occasions, the BTD-1 has the opportunity to destroy naval vessels. If this be Naval battles or Air battles, the overall destructiveness of a torpedo stays the same. The BTD-1 can equip two 2216lb torpedoes, capable of being dropped at almost 400kph! These torpedoes are enough to sink a destroyer each, or a single carrier. Even though this role requires patience and a lot of flanking, it remains a fun and unique way to deal damage to enemy ships. Most pilots will find enjoyment in having a single-engine plane capable of taking two torpedoes. Just remember to stay out of dodge from enemy fire, since the heavy torpedoes and low altitude make it almost impossible to dodge enemy shells.
+On certain occasions, the BTD-1 has the opportunity to destroy naval vessels. If this be Naval battles or Air battles, the overall destructiveness of a torpedo stays the same. The BTD-1 can equip two 2216lb torpedoes, capable of being dropped at almost 400 km/h These torpedoes are enough to sink a destroyer each, or a single carrier. Even though this role requires patience and a lot of flanking, it remains a fun and unique way to deal damage to enemy ships. Most pilots will find enjoyment in having a single-engine plane capable of taking two torpedoes. Just remember to stay out of dodge from enemy fire, since the heavy torpedoes and low altitude make it almost impossible to dodge enemy shells.
 '''Close air support'''

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 '''Dive bombing'''
-Using the BTD-1 for its intended purposes makes the plane shine. Although quite sluggish with bombs loaded, the large payload of 2000lb is very effective, giving the pilot options to attack most naval, or ground based targets with guaranteed success. The recommended procedure for dive-bombing can be simplified to pointing your plane straight downwards at a target after flying above it. This can be, for example, a destroyer or an enemy base. At this stage, the BTD-1 has no problem unleashing its payload and getting out of trouble. If extra time is needed to adjust the planes heading, the large air-brakes can be deployed, slowing the plane enough to safely dive as far down as the player wishes.
+Using the BTD-1 for its intended purposes makes the plane shine. Although quite sluggish with bombs loaded, the large payload of 2000lb bomb or two naval mines is very effective, giving the pilot options to attack most naval, or ground based targets with guaranteed success. The recommended procedure for dive-bombing can be simplified to pointing your plane straight downwards at a target after flying above it. This can be, for example, a destroyer or an enemy base. At this stage, the BTD-1 has no problem unleashing its payload and getting out of trouble. If extra time is needed to adjust the planes heading, the large air-brakes can be deployed, slowing the plane enough to safely dive as far down as the player wishes.
 '''Torpedo bombing'''

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 * Good flight performance
-** Fast for a carrier based bomber
+** Fast for a carrier-based bomber
 ** Decent energy retention
-** Very effective air brakes
+** Very effective airbrakes and easy to land
-** Easy to land, especially with the help of air brakes
+** High acceleration in a dive
 ** Airframe can withstand high speed dive
 ** All payloads (except torpedoes) are carried internally, thus eliminating parasitic drag
-* Great armaments
+* Great armament
 ** Two 20 mm AN/M2 cannons pack enough punch to destroy any enemy it faces
-** Great choice of additional armament for it's tier and size
+** Great choice of additional armament with 500, 1,000 and 2,000 lb bombs
-** Can drop bombs both when flying horizontally and when diving
+** Can carry two torpedoes
-** Can carry two torpedoes instead of one as with other naval dive bombers
+** Can carry two naval mines, each with a higher explosive mass than a 2,000 lb bomb
-** Can carry two naval mines, each had a higher explosive mass than 2000 lb bomb, can be used to greater effect against bases and in naval battles
+* Gets an airspawn and can perform a bomber hunting role
 '''Cons:'''
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 * Less responsive handling at low altitudes
 * Bombs and torpedoes limit the plane's manoeuvrability
-* Cannot use WEP at an altitude higher than 3000 meters
+* Cannot use WEP at an altitude higher than 3,000 m
 * No defensive armament
 * No bomb sight
-* Compresses heavily at high speeds, causes many accidents
+* Compresses heavily at high speeds
 * Negative G manoeuvres cause elevator to lose effectiveness for a couple seconds, can cause crashes if performed at ground level
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 ;Skins
-* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicleCountry=usa&vehicleType=aircraft&vehicleClass=bomber&vehicle=btd-1 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
+* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=btd-1 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
 ;Images

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 The US Navy ordered two prototypes from Douglas Aircraft Company for a two seat dive bomber in June of 1941. The dive bomber was intended to replace the Douglas [[SBD-3|SBD Dauntless]] and Curtiss [[SB2C-4|SB2C Helldiver]]. The project was designated as the XSB2D-1. The design was a single-engine dive bomber with an inverted gull wing. It was armed with two wing-mounted 20 mm cannons, two remote-controlled turrets - each with two .50 cal machine guns - and up to 4,200 lbs of bombs in the bomb bay and on wing-mounted pylons.
-The prototype first flew on 8 April, 1943. The performance was significantly better than the Helldiver, and it could carry nearly twice the payload. The Navy ordered 358, but changed the requirements to a single pilot dive bomber / torpedo bomber with no defensive turrets before any were made. Douglas removed the turrets and second crewman from the XSB2D-1, added more armor and fuel, and redesignated the design as the [[BTD-1|BTD-1 Destroyer]]. The ability to carry torpedoes on the wing racks was added. The BTD-1 first flew in March of 1944. In June of 1944, the first BTD-1's left the factory. The BTD-1 entered service too late to see combat in World War 2, as only 28 BTD-1's had been completed by August 1945, when Japan surrendered. The order was cancelled, and that was the end of the BTD-1's service.
+The prototype first flew on 8 April, 1943. The performance was significantly better than the Helldiver, and it could carry nearly twice the payload. The Navy ordered 358, but changed the requirements to a single pilot dive bomber / torpedo bomber with no defensive turrets before any were made. Douglas removed the turrets and second crewman from the XSB2D-1, added more armour and fuel, and redesignated the design as the [[BTD-1|BTD-1 Destroyer]]. The ability to carry torpedoes on the wing racks was added. The BTD-1 first flew in March of 1944. In June of 1944, the first BTD-1's left the factory. The BTD-1 entered service too late to see combat in World War 2, as only 28 BTD-1's had been completed by August 1945, when Japan surrendered. The order was cancelled, and that was the end of the BTD-1's service.
 == Media ==
 <!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' -->
 ;Images
+<gallery mode="packed-hover"  heights="150">
-[[File:BTD1aboveclouds.jpg|400px|thumb|none]]
+Image:BTD1aboveclouds.jpg
 ;Videos
-{{Youtube-gallery|AfIWWH3dYjs|'''BTD DESTROYER''' - ''Phlydaily''|gLaxgs9JuyM|'''BTD-1 Destroyer''' - ''Bo Time Gaming''|cs-bbEEHebo|'''BTD-1 Destroyer - Plane Review''' - ''Napalmratte''}}
+{{Youtube-gallery|cs-bbEEHebo|'''BTD-1 Destroyer - Plane Review''' - ''Napalmratte''|AfIWWH3dYjs|'''BTD DESTROYER''' - ''Phlydaily''}}
 == See also ==
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 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
-* [[SB2C-4]]: another American dive-bomber of the same tier
+* [[SB2C-4]]: another US dive-bomber of the same tier
 * [[SB2C-5 (France)]]: a French analogue to the BTD-1
-* [[:Category:Torpedo bombers]]: the BTD-1 is one of nine aircraft in the American tech tree which can carry torpedoes
+* [[:Category:Torpedo bombers]]: other aircraft in the US tech tree that can carry torpedoes
 == External links ==
 ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.''