Bf 109 G-14 - Revision history

U12017485: Updated few pieces of the article for the current state

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U48664895: Updated description to new format

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U75945355: /* condensed Pros and cons */

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‎condensed Pros and cons

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‎Suspended armament: Added Flam C 250 incendiary

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 == Usage in battles ==
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-The Bf 109 G-14 is similar to the other 109s in terms of playstyle, having a few tweaked upgrades making it better than its predecessors and a similar ability like the [[Bf 109 G-10]] to change its 20 mm nose cannon for a 30 mm one makes it have a different range of possibility to use the G-14 compared to the other 109s. The [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109]] are dedicated fighters but can but used in a lot of roles in battles ranging from fighter role to bomber role, even though it got limited options on the latter choice it can be proven useful at them all.
+The Bf 109 G-14 is essentially identical to the [[Bf 109 G-6]] with a slight improvement to the engine performance, while being asked to fight a more challenging opponents. The [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109]] are dedicated fighters but can but used in a lot of roles in battles ranging from fighter role to bomber role, even though it got limited options on the latter choice it can be proven useful at them all.
 The G-14 can either use a single [[MG 151 (20 mm)]] or [[MK 108 (30 mm)]] option when heading to battle, depending on what target is in mind, also being able to increase its firepower a lot with either 2 x extra 20 mm or 30 mm gun pods. But equipping these pods is trading speed and turn rate for firepower, which can be great in certain situations but its a well paid off trade when doing hit and runs on enemy targets increasing the successfullness of destroying the enemy aircraft. Even though it excels in a fighter role, it's best to avoid getting tied up in a low-altitude turning fight, as the vast majority of fighters will easily out-rate it and take the first opportunity to kill.
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Very good high climb rate and energy retention
+* Decent climb rate and energy retention
-* Great acceleration in a dive and in straight line
+* Good acceleration in a dive and in straight line
-* Powerful and accurate armament of up to 3 x 20/30 mm cannons with mounted gondolas at the price of flight performance
+* Armament of up to 3 x 20/30 mm cannons with mounted gondolas at the price of flight performance
 * Nose mounted armament is easy to use, without having to worry about convergence
 '''Cons:'''
 * Top speed is rather mediocre, comparing to something like [[Ki-84 ko]]
 * Poor manoeuvrability (compresses at high speeds and relatively high wing-loading hampers low speed manoeuvrability)

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 The Bf 109 G-14 is similar to the other 109s in terms of playstyle, having a few tweaked upgrades making it better than its predecessors and a similar ability like the [[Bf 109 G-10]] to change its 20 mm nose cannon for a 30 mm one makes it have a different range of possibility to use the G-14 compared to the other 109s. The [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109]] are dedicated fighters but can but used in a lot of roles in battles ranging from fighter role to bomber role, even though it got limited options on the latter choice it can be proven useful at them all.
-The G-14 can either use a single [[MG 151 (20 mm)]] or [[MK 108 (30 mm)]] option when heading to battle, depending on what target is in mind, also being able to increase its firepower a lot with either 2 x extra 20 mm or 30 mm gun pods. But equipping these pods is trading speed and manoeuvrability for firepower, which can be great in certain situations but its a well paid off trade when doing hit and runs on enemy targets increasing the successfullness of destroying the enemy aircraft. Even though it excelles in a fighter role there is still enemy fighters to be aware of like [[P-51H-5-NA]], [[Spitfire F Mk 22]] and [[I-225]] which can in experienced hands prove lethal to the G-14.
+The G-14 can either use a single [[MG 151 (20 mm)]] or [[MK 108 (30 mm)]] option when heading to battle, depending on what target is in mind, also being able to increase its firepower a lot with either 2 x extra 20 mm or 30 mm gun pods. But equipping these pods is trading speed and turn rate for firepower, which can be great in certain situations but its a well paid off trade when doing hit and runs on enemy targets increasing the successfullness of destroying the enemy aircraft. Even though it excels in a fighter role, it's best to avoid getting tied up in a low-altitude turning fight, as the vast majority of fighters will easily out-rate it and take the first opportunity to kill.
 G-14 can also be equipped with a single 250 kg bomb it can with accuracy drop on unsuspecting ground targets with high precision, making 109s efficient at close air support in ground battles. But can also be a huge benefit in destroying AI grounds during air matches in case friendly bombers or attackers are destroyed and there is only medium or heavy targets left which the 30 mm or 20 mm can't make a dent on. This is where the [[SC250JA (250 kg)]] come in handy and with an experienced player can become a deadly dive bomber both in air and ground battles.
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Outstandingly high climb rate and energy retention
+* Very good high climb rate and energy retention
 * Great acceleration in a dive and in straight line
-* Powerful and accurate armament of up to 3 x 20/30 mm cannons with mounted gondolas.
+* Powerful and accurate armament of up to 3 x 20/30 mm cannons with mounted gondolas at the price of flight performance
-* Nose mounted armament are beginner friendly to aim
+* Nose mounted armament is easy to use, without having to worry about convergence
 * In comparison to the G6, improved all around performance due to lighter weight while retaining same engine
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 * Top speed is rather mediocre, comparing to something like [[Ki-84 ko]]
-* Not very manoeuvrable (compresses at high speeds and relatively high wing-loading hampers low speed manoeuvrability)
+* Poor manoeuvrability (compresses at high speeds and relatively high wing-loading hampers low speed manoeuvrability)
-* The stock single 20 mm gun is lacking vs. heavy armoured targets
+* The stock single 20 mm gun is lacking against well-protected targets
-* The rip speed of 790 km/h makes power dives impossible
+* The rip speed of 790 km/h makes power dives difficult
 * Relatively low ammo count
 * In simulator, cockpit visibility (especially backwards) is poor; has severe drifting when taking off
 == History ==

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.47 "Big Guns"]].
+The Bf 109 G-14 was one of the late-war variants of the 109 series. It aimed to standardize all the improvements from the other G models, such as a taller tail, a new engine, and the all-important MW-50 system, which drastically increased power by injecting a methanol-water mix into the engine. This allowed the engine to run at higher boost pressures and significantly increased the top speed compared to the G-6 variant. Although late-war Allied aircraft could outperform the G-14, it was still more than capable with an experienced pilot. Over 5,500 G-14s were built until the end of the war.
 == General info ==
 === Flight performance ===

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 '''Pros:'''
-* Outstandingly high climb rate
+* Outstandingly high climb rate and energy retention
-* Great dive speed
+* Great acceleration in a dive and in straight line
 * Powerful and accurate armament of up to 3 x 20/30 mm cannons with mounted gondolas.
 * Nose mounted armament are beginner friendly to aim
 * Additional 20/30 mm cannon gondolas don't impact performance that much
 * In comparison to the G6, improved all around performance due to lighter weight while retaining same engine
 '''Cons:'''
-* Although plane has good acceleration, its top speed is rather mediocre
+* Top speed is rather mediocre, comparing to something like [[Ki-84 ko]]
 * Not very manoeuvrable (compresses at high speeds and relatively high wing-loading hampers low speed manoeuvrability)
-* Very bad compression
+* The stock single 20 mm gun is lacking vs. heavy armoured targets
-* The standard, single 20 mm armament is lacking vs. heavy armoured targets
+* The rip speed of 790 km/h makes power dives impossible
 * Relatively low ammo count
-* Cockpit visibility, especially backwards, by far is not as good as in the Fw 190s or most allied fighters
+* In simulator, cockpit visibility (especially backwards) is poor; has severe drifting when taking off
 * Outside of a single 250 kg bomb, the G-14 does not have anything to attack armoured ground targets beyond armoured cars
 == History ==

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 * Belt options for the 20 mm MG151 outside of stealth or air targets serve little purpose
 * 30 mm Mk 108 cannons are ill-suited for anything but attacking bombers
-* The RIP Speed is @ 790 kph which makes power dives impossible
+* The RIP Speed is @ 790 km/h which makes power dives impossible
 * Many allied aircraft are faster in a straight line
 * Relatively low ammo count
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 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=bf-109g-14 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
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 ;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
 * Kawasaki [[Ki-61 (Family)|Ki-61]]
 * Macchi [[C.205 (Family)|C.205]]

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 {{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
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-{{main|SC250JA (250 kg)|MK 108 (30 mm)|MG 151 (20 mm)}}
+{{main|SC250JA (250 kg)|MK 108 (30 mm)|MG 151 (20 mm)|Flam C 250 incendiary}}
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 * 2 x 30 mm MK 108 cannons, wing-mounted (gunpods) (35 rpg = 70 total)
 * 2 x 20 mm MG 151 cannons, wing-mounted (gunpods) (135 rpg = 270 total)
 == Usage in battles ==

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-Just like its predecessors, the G-14 should generally be utilized as an energy fighter/ Boom and Zoomer. While it's fairly more manoeuvrable than other Bf 109's, it's increased agility should be used for maintaining high speed and energy than dog fighting, which even the G-14 is only passable at best. Due to its excellent energy retention and climb rate, it is exceptionally good at stall fighting, since many fighters will not be able to keep up with its climb rate, giving it the opportunity to put overconfident pilots in vulnerable situations.
+Just like its predecessors, the Bf 109 G-14 should generally be utilized as an energy fighter/ Boom and Zoomer. While the G-14 is fairly more manoeuvrable than other Bf 109s, its increased agility should be used for maintaining high speed and energy than dog fighting, which even the G-14 is only passable at best. Due to its excellent energy retention and climb rate, it is exceptionally good at stall fighting, since many fighters will not be able to keep up with its climb rate, giving it the opportunity to put overconfident pilots in vulnerable situations.
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 Adding the twin 20 mm MG 151 gun pods will substantially increase the G-14's fighting potential and longevity against other enemy fighters, due to carrying a total of 250 extra rounds. Additionally, the 20 mm's ballistic trajectory is very similar to the 13 mm machine guns, allowing for firing both weapons simultaneously at an enemy target. However keep in mind that the gun pods will run out of ammunition faster than the centre-mounted one, so if it happens, it is usually a good indication of when it is time to head back to reload, as not much ammo will usually remain in the centre mounted one afterwards. As for belts, it should generally be stealth or air targets, since every other belt option either sacrifices explosive content and contains more tracer rounds in exchange for better ground attack capabilities which are very poor even with the armoured targets belt.
-Finally, keep in mind it is possible to carry both 13 mm, 20 mm, and 30 mm weaponry, however, due to the 30 mm's aforementioned poor ballistic properties, it should be mapped to fire on a different button. Also remember that while gun pods can be swapped while on the airfield in game, the centre-mounted cannon '''can't''' and can only be changed from the hangar.
+Finally, keep in mind it is possible to carry both 13 mm, 20 mm, and 30 mm weaponry, however, due to the 30 mm's poor ballistic properties, it should be mapped to fire on a different button. Also remember that while gun pods can be swapped while on the airfield in game, the centre-mounted cannon '''can't''' and can only be changed from the hangar.
 === Suspended armament ===
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 == Usage in battles ==
 <!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
-The Bf 109 G-14 is similar to the other 109's in terms of playstyle, having a few tweaked upgrades making it better than its predecessors and a similar ability like the [[Bf 109 G-10]] to change its 20 mm nose cannon for a 30 mm one makes it have a different range of possibility to use the G-14 compared to the other 109's. The [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109]] are dedicated fighters but can but used in a lot of roles in battles ranging from fighter role to bomber role, even though it got limited options on the latter choice it can be proven useful at them all.
+The Bf 109 G-14 is similar to the other 109s in terms of playstyle, having a few tweaked upgrades making it better than its predecessors and a similar ability like the [[Bf 109 G-10]] to change its 20 mm nose cannon for a 30 mm one makes it have a different range of possibility to use the G-14 compared to the other 109s. The [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109]] are dedicated fighters but can but used in a lot of roles in battles ranging from fighter role to bomber role, even though it got limited options on the latter choice it can be proven useful at them all.
 The G-14 can either use a single [[MG 151 (20 mm)]] or [[MK 108 (30 mm)]] option when heading to battle, depending on what target is in mind, also being able to increase its firepower a lot with either 2 x extra 20 mm or 30 mm gun pods. But equipping these pods is trading speed and manoeuvrability for firepower, which can be great in certain situations but its a well paid off trade when doing hit and runs on enemy targets increasing the successfullness of destroying the enemy aircraft. Even though it excelles in a fighter role there is still enemy fighters to be aware of like [[P-51H-5-NA]], [[Spitfire F Mk 22]] and [[I-225]] which can in experienced hands prove lethal to the G-14.
-G-14 can also be equipped with a single 250 kg bomb it can with accuracy drop on unsuspecting ground targets with high precision, making 109's efficient at close air support in ground battles. But can also be a huge benefit in destroying AI grounds during air matches in case friendly bombers or attackers are destroyed and there is only medium or heavy targets left which the 30 mm or 20 mm can't make a dent on. This is where the [[SC250JA (250 kg)]] come in handy and with an experienced player can become a deadly dive bomber both in air and ground battles.
+G-14 can also be equipped with a single 250 kg bomb it can with accuracy drop on unsuspecting ground targets with high precision, making 109s efficient at close air support in ground battles. But can also be a huge benefit in destroying AI grounds during air matches in case friendly bombers or attackers are destroyed and there is only medium or heavy targets left which the 30 mm or 20 mm can't make a dent on. This is where the [[SC250JA (250 kg)]] come in handy and with an experienced player can become a deadly dive bomber both in air and ground battles.
 === Manual Engine Control ===
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 In 1943, the Bf 109 G-6 entered service, while its performance was less than stellar, its worth derived from the ability to be easily modified into dedicated fighter bomber, high altitude interceptor or reconnaissance. likewise, great care was taken to make sure the G6 could fit heavy armament for attacking bombers, which were beginning to appear in force over Germany, and the shortcoming of the Fw 190s at high altitude became increasingly apparent.
-In 1944, the RLM, wishing to standardize fighter production, approved the Bf 109 G-14, which essentially a standardized version of the 109, with all improvements found on late production G-6's, including an enlarged vertical tail surface, a new canopy and Flettner tabs, for better control at higher speeds. to easy construction, it had a non-retracting tail wheel, and the distinctive bulges on the upper cowling, which housed the breechblocks of the machine guns.
+In 1944, the RLM, wishing to standardize fighter production, approved the Bf 109 G-14, which essentially a standardized version of the 109, with all improvements found on late production G-6s, including an enlarged vertical tail surface, a new canopy and Flettner tabs, for better control at higher speeds. to easy construction, it had a non-retracting tail wheel, and the distinctive bulges on the upper cowling, which housed the breechblocks of the machine guns.
 In addition, the new G-14 was fitted with a DB605ASM engine. itself a heavily modified engine also used in the early G-6. It features water-methanol injection and an enlarged supercharger which is taken directly off a DB506, meaning the engine has better performance at high altitude, while conversely, it has less output at lower altitudes.
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 == Media ==
-''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''
+<!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' -->
 == See also ==
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 ;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
 * Kawasaki [[Ki-61 (Family)|Ki-61]]
-* Lavochkin [[LaGG-3 (Family)|LaGG-3]]
+* Macchi [[C.205 (Family)|C.205]]
-* Macchi [[C.202]]
+* Fiat [[G.55 (Family)|G.55]]
 == External links ==
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 * ''other literature.''-->

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-| {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 460 || 460 || 260 || ~12 || ~6
+| {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 437 || 408 || 260 || ~13 || ~6
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