F8F-1B - Revision history

U44629479: Undo revision 191320 by U143112789 (talk)

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Undo revision 191320 by U143112789 (talk)

U143112789: I added a description of the game play in air RB as there was only one for arcade battles

2024-08-23T15:02:58Z

I added a description of the game play in air RB as there was only one for arcade battles

U38088265: /* Description */

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‎Description

U120313908: /* Description */ Updated

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‎Description: Updated

U38088265: /* Suspended armament */

2023-10-21T11:21:43Z

‎Suspended armament

U38088265: /* Suspended armament */ Updated

2023-10-21T11:19:42Z

‎Suspended armament: Updated

U120559972: Undo revision 173045 by U120559972 (talk)

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Undo revision 173045 by U120559972 (talk)

U120559972: /* Pros and cons */ adjusted/added the Pros of the armament and added the high speed bleed in turns

2023-09-23T12:37:38Z

‎Pros and cons: adjusted/added the Pros of the armament and added the high speed bleed in turns

U44629479: Undo revision 163288 by U107834404 (talk)

2023-05-25T15:53:59Z

Undo revision 163288 by U107834404 (talk)

U107834404 at 09:13, 25 May 2023

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 Firstly, the [[Ju 288 C]] is a frontline bomber with potent defensive armament consisting of four rear-facing MG 131 machine guns in one dorsal and one belly turret, two front-facing MG 131s in a chin-mounted turret, and a single MG 151/20 mounted in a barbette in the tail. Engaging this bomber is best done with head-on attacks at the start of the match, or high speed passes from above - thus minimizing your exposure to the Ju 288 C's gunners.
-Against the Focke Wulf [[Fw 190 (Family)|Fw 190 D family]], the most ideal method of engaging these enemies is to take advantage of the F8F-1B's superior energy retention, combined with superior turn radius at most speeds to bait the Fw 190 D into energy traps. Do not attempt head-on attacks against these, or any other German fighter you see. This is because of the high damage output of their MG 151/20 or Mk 108 autocannons. Though the M3 cannon does have superior ballistics, it is much better to not put your aircraft at unnecessary risk.
+Against the Focke-Wulf [[Fw 190 (Family)|Fw 190 D family]], the most ideal method of engaging these enemies is to take advantage of the F8F-1B's superior energy retention, combined with superior turn radius at most speeds to bait the Fw 190 D into energy traps. Do not attempt head-on attacks against these, or any other German fighter you face. This is because of the high damage output of their MG 151/20 or MK 108 autocannons. Though the M3 cannon does have superior ballistics, it is much better to not put your aircraft at unnecessary risk.
-To engage the Focke Wulf [[Ta 152 C-3]], it is best to take advantage of the aircraft's largely inferior rudder and elevator response when compared to the F8F-1B. The Ta 152C-3 is able to match the F8F-1B's speed in straight line engagements with ease due to its powerful DB 603 engine, but the German aircraft accelerates more slowly than the F8F-1B despite its good energy retention thus, being easily baited into an unwinnable situation against the F8F-1B. The [[Ta 152 H-1]] requires a similar method to the Ta 152 C-3. However, this variant turns much better than its cousin, at the expense of roll rate, though the issue of poor rudder response remains with this aircraft, as well as worse energy retention due to the much larger wings.
+To engage the Focke-Wulf [[Ta 152 C-3]], it is best to take advantage of the aircraft's largely inferior rudder and elevator response when compared to the F8F-1B. The Ta 152C-3 is able to match the F8F-1B's speed in straight line engagements with ease due to its powerful DB 603 engine, but the German aircraft accelerates more slowly than the F8F-1B despite its good energy retention thus, being easily baited into an unwinnable situation against the F8F-1B. The [[Ta 152 H-1]] requires a similar method to the Ta 152 C-3. However, this variant turns much better than its cousin, at the expense of roll rate, though the issue of poor rudder response remains with this aircraft, as well as worse energy retention due to the much larger wings.
-When engaging any of the Messerschmitt [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109 G/K]] variants that face the F8F-1B, it is best to bait them into higher speed energy fights, this is due to the Bearcat's superior control response between 450-700 km/h (280-435 mph/242-377 kt), much more powerful radial engine, and superior power-to-weight ratio. These advantages make vertical engagements against the Bf 109 family the most desirable, as the German aircraft will lose more energy attempting to stay in steep climbs with the Bearcat. However, engaging in sustained turning engagements that go below 450 km/h (280 mph/242 kt) is not advised. This is because the Messerschmitt's leading edge slats allow the aircraft to pull higher angles of attack than the F8F-1B at those speeds and thus turn inside of it.
+When engaging any of the Messerschmitt [[Bf 109 (Family)|Bf 109 G/K]] variants with the F8F-1B, it is best to bait them into higher speed energy fights, this is due to the Bearcat's superior control response between 450-700 km/h (280-435 mph/242-377 kt), much more powerful radial engine, and superior power-to-weight ratio. These advantages make vertical engagements against the Bf 109 family the most desirable, as the German aircraft will lose more energy attempting to stay in steep climbs with the Bearcat. However, engaging in sustained turning engagements that go below 450 km/h (280 mph/242 kt) is not advised. This is because the Messerschmitt's leading edge slats allow the aircraft to pull higher angles of attack than the F8F-1B at those speeds and thus turn inside of it.
-Engaging the Dornier [[Do 335 B-2]] is arguably the most straightforward. The Do 335 B-2 is a far inferior aircraft to the F8F-1B in every respect, only really being a danger to the American fighter in direct head-on engagements. This is because the Do 335 B-2 is unable to match the flight performance of the Bearcat and is thus will be a sitting duck in most situations.
+Engaging the Dornier [[Do 335 B-2]] is arguably the most straightforward. The Do 335 B-2 is a far inferior aircraft to the F8F-1B in every aspect, only really being a danger to the American fighter in direct head-on engagements. This is because the Do 335 B-2 is unable to match the flight performance of the Bearcat and is thus will be a sitting duck in most situations.
 Engaging the [[He 162 A-2]] and [[Ar 234 B-2]] require different methodologies however. The tactics against them will become far more prevalent when facing later jets in uptiers. The Bearcat faces little danger from the Arado, as it has no offensive or defensive armaments, however can only catch it in an extended chase at low altitude, or in a head-on pass. Be careful of being caught in its bombs' explosive splash range at low altitudes. To engage the He 162, it is advisable to bait the aircraft into a low energy state, due to the poor acceleration and throttle response from early jet-powered aircraft. It is not advisable to run from the Heinkel either, as the He 162s can catch the F8F-1B in an extended straight line engagement.
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 The Mitsubishi [[A7M2]] is much slower than any other aircraft mentioned but is extremely manoeuvrable. It has a great power to weight ratio and is able to turn inside of the F8F-1B at any speed. Engaging this aircraft is a matter of speed management.
 === Manual Engine Control ===

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	The Mitsubishi [[A7M2]] is much slower than any other aircraft mentioned but is extremely manoeuvrable. It has a great power to weight ratio and is able to turn inside of the F8F-1B at any speed. Engaging this aircraft is a matter of speed management.		The Mitsubishi [[A7M2]] is much slower than any other aircraft mentioned but is extremely manoeuvrable. It has a great power to weight ratio and is able to turn inside of the F8F-1B at any speed. Engaging this aircraft is a matter of speed management.
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		+	In Air RB however, the bearcat is not as exceptional. The bearcat's main flaw being it's lack of energy retention. The bearcat will lose tons of speed in a simple turn. To use the bearcat effectively you will need to use hit and run tactics.
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		+	First you must use the bearcat's excellent climb rate to climb high in order to be above your opponents at the start of the merge between both teams. next choose a target (preferably already busy) to attack. Make one pass on the target. Your powerful, Easy-to-aim guns should easily destroy the target. If the target is not destroyed, slowly pitch up as to not lose all your energy. do not pitch up steep at first in order to get some separation between you and your opponent. once you are out of gun range you may slowly pitch up steeper. once back up rinse and repeat.
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		+	it is also possible to not pitch up after making a pass on your target. Instead keep flying forward and strafe targets in the general direction. once away from the furball look behind you to make sure no one is following you and turn around and start again.
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		+	avoid dogfighting at all costs. Any player who knows how to dogfight/energy fight will easily win the dogfight due to your lack of energy retention.
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		+	if however you find yourself with an opponent behind you who is gaining on you you may try a reversal. this technique will get you behind your enemy. If you fail to shoot them down during the reversal and they stick to the dogfight try to end it quickly. if you are unable to shoot your opponent down quickly, use your very good acceleration to extend away from the dogfight.
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		+	for the most part, all enemy aircraft are the same as you should avoid dogfighting. However some planes should still be more dangerous to you. these are planes that are as fast or faster than you such as Ta 152s (both variants will catch up to you at medium to high altitudes), p47s, p51s, f8fs (french tech tree), corsairs and the occasional griffon spitfire will keep up with you at higher altitudes.

	=== Manual Engine Control ===		=== Manual Engine Control ===

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 == Description ==
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-The F8F Bearcat was idealized after the Battle of Midway. It was realized that an aircrafts rate of climb was extremely important, so it was decided to use the same Pratt & Whitney R-2800 radial used on the earlier [[F6F-5|F6F Hellcat]], but in a lighter airframe, capable of more speed and climb rate. This came at the cost of range and armour for the pilot, the vehicle also featured a bubble canopy for all around visibility. However the fighter was developed too late for WWII, after the war the introduction of naval jet aircrafts like the F2H Banshee forced its early retirement, still some of those fighters were used by France in Indochina against Viet Minh troops.
+The F8F Bearcat was designed after the Battle of Midway. It was realized that an aircraft's rate of climb was extremely important, so it was decided to use the same Pratt & Whitney R-2800 radial used on the earlier [[F6F-5|F6F Hellcat]], but in a lighter airframe, capable of greater speed and climb rate. This came at the cost of range and armour for the pilot; the aircraft also featured a bubble canopy for all-around visibility. However, the fighter was developed too late for WWII. After the war, the introduction of naval jet aircraft like the [[F2H-2|F2H Banshee]] forced its early retirement; however, some of these fighters were used by France in Indochina against Viet Minh troops.
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.33]]. The F8F-1B is truly a worthy aircraft to end the single engine fighter line of the USN branch. Nimble, fast, and with great acceleration, it is sight of fear for the foe's eye. Most of its enemies will be jets and they will shiver as the Bearcat faces them with a 2 km altitude  and (sometimes with) speed advantage. With WEP running (War Emergency Power), includes ADI (Water-Methanol Injection) for the big and hungry 2,300 horsepower Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp) and modules maximized, the climb rate is well over 35 m/s. However, its main weakness is the Bearcat's very power source: the hot-running R-2800 Double Wasp.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.33]]. The F8F-1B is truly a worthy aircraft to end the single engine fighter line of the USN branch. Nimble, fast, and with great acceleration, it is sight of fear for the foe's eye. Most of its enemies will be jets and they will shiver as the Bearcat faces them with a 2 km altitude and speed advantage. With WEP running (War Emergency Power), which includes ADI (Water-Methanol Injection) for the big and hungry 2,300 horsepower Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp, and modules maximized, the climb rate is well over 35 m/s. However, its main weakness is the Bearcat's very power source: the hot-running R-2800 Double Wasp, which will quickly overheat if left unattended.
 == General info ==

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} American naval fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.33]].
+The F8F Bearcat was idealized after the Battle of Midway. It was realized that an aircrafts rate of climb was extremely important, so it was decided to use the same Pratt & Whitney R-2800 radial used on the earlier [[F6F-5|F6F Hellcat]], but in a lighter airframe, capable of more speed and climb rate. This came at the cost of range and armour for the pilot, the vehicle also featured a bubble canopy for all around visibility. However the fighter was developed too late for WWII, after the war the introduction of naval jet aircrafts like the F2H Banshee forced its early retirement, still some of those fighters were used by France in Indochina against Viet Minh troops.
-The F8F-1B is truly a worthy aircraft to end the single engine fighter line of the USN branch. Nimble, fast, and with great acceleration, it is sight of fear for the foe's eye. Most of its enemies will be jets and they will shiver as the Bearcat faces them with a 2 km altitude  and (sometimes with) speed advantage. With WEP running (War Emergency Power), includes ADI (Water-Methanol Injection) for the big and hungry 2,300 horsepower Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp) and modules maximized, the climb rate is well over 35 m/s. However, its main weakness is the Bearcat's very power source: the hot-running R-2800 Double Wasp.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.33]]. The F8F-1B is truly a worthy aircraft to end the single engine fighter line of the USN branch. Nimble, fast, and with great acceleration, it is sight of fear for the foe's eye. Most of its enemies will be jets and they will shiver as the Bearcat faces them with a 2 km altitude  and (sometimes with) speed advantage. With WEP running (War Emergency Power), includes ADI (Water-Methanol Injection) for the big and hungry 2,300 horsepower Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp) and modules maximized, the climb rate is well over 35 m/s. However, its main weakness is the Bearcat's very power source: the hot-running R-2800 Double Wasp.
 == General info ==
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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
 {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
 * Without load
 * 4 x HVAR rockets

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 * 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
 * 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
-* 2 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns (680 rpg = 1,360 total)
+* 4 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns (340 rpg = 1,360 total)
 {{Navigation-End}}

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 <!-- ''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:
 * Without load
-* 4 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns, wing-mounted (gunpods) (340 rpg = 1,360 total)
+* 4 x HVAR rockets
 * 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
-* 4 x HVAR rockets
+* 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
 * 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
 == Usage in battles ==

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 * High rate of fire
 * High ammo count
 * Can support high G's in sharp turns and has a G-suit upgrade available
 * Combat flaps can't break, the wings will break first
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 * Ground loops if landing with full brakes
 * Sluggish controls at speeds less than 300 km/h
-* Bleeds alot of speed in turns
+* Dumps velocity in high-G turns
 * Rudder compresses to the point of uselessness over 600 km/h

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 * Excellent dive speed
-* Excellent maneuverability in moderate to high speeds
+* Excellent manoeuvrability in moderate to high speeds
 * Fast acceleration
 * High rate of fire