Fw 190 D-12 - Revision history

U48664895: Updated description to new format

2023-12-21T18:05:12Z

Updated description to new format

U38088265: /* Suspended armament */ Updated

2023-10-21T11:31:57Z

‎Suspended armament: Updated

U44629479: /* Suspended armament */ Added Flam C 250 incendiary and C 500 incendiary

2023-03-08T20:37:57Z

‎Suspended armament: Added Flam C 250 incendiary and C 500 incendiary

U44629479: Edits

2022-11-22T15:47:53Z

Edits

U38088265: /* In-game description */ Reformatted

2022-11-20T15:15:01Z

‎In-game description: Reformatted

U3312106: /* Details */ Corrected optimal velocities values

2021-03-12T13:25:16Z

‎Details: Corrected optimal velocities values

U3312106: /* External links */

2021-01-25T20:01:15Z

‎External links

U38088265: Updated format

2020-12-27T13:25:58Z

Updated format

U36063762 at 10:43, 24 December 2020

2020-12-24T10:43:38Z

U17577377: /* Description */

2020-12-16T18:57:23Z

‎Description

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
+The "Dora" variants of the 190 featured an enormous number of improvements over the original "Anton" variants. Also referred to as the Langnasen-Dora ("Long-nose Dora"), it replaced the original radial engine found in the Antons with a water-cooled inverted V12 engine that extended the length of the fuselage and decreased drag. To keep drag to a minimum while also sufficiently cooling the engine, an annular radiator was fitted, which could extend tiny flaps out for increased cooling when needed. This, in combination with the Jumo 213E, meant that the Dora variants were substantially faster and could climb much quicker than the Anton variants.
 == General info ==
 === Flight performance ===

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 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 * Without load
 * 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (200 kg total)
 * 8 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (400 kg total)
 * 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb (250 kg total)
 * 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb (500 kg total)
 * 1 x Flam C 250 incendiary bomb
 * 1 x Flam C 500 incendiary bomb
 == Usage in battles ==

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-{{main|SC50JA (50 kg)|SC250JA (250 kg)|SC500K (500 kg)}}
+{{main|SC50JA (50 kg)|SC250JA (250 kg)|SC500K (500 kg)|Flam C 250 incendiary|Flam C 500 incendiary}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
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 * 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb (500 kg total)
 * 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb + 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (700 kg total)
 == Usage in battles ==

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 The Fw 190 D-12 was developed and tested alongside the [[Fw 190 D-13]]. They share the same airframe and engine performance with the only difference between the D-12 and the D-13 being the cannon mounted in the propeller. (The D-12 was tested with a Mk 108 30 mm cannon while the D-13 was tested with an MG 151 20 mm cannon in the propeller)
-Due to the D-12 and D-13 being so similar, you can fly them almost identically. (Keeping in mind the differing armament velocities at longer ranges)  the Fw 190 D-12 has a high top speed for its BR, heavy armament with a large ammunition pool, a fantastic engine built for high-altitude performance and it features hydraulic ailerons for an amazingly high-speed roll rate. It is one of the only prop driven aircraft able to reach speeds exceeding 450 MPH/725 KPH while still retaining some ability to manoeuvre. The D-12 is an energy fighter, the plane relies on speed and engine power to be successful. With its high burst mass of and the destructive power of the minengeschoße, no bomber in the game can survive a short burst. Against fighters, the MK 108 is as usual difficult to aim and hit. Not to mention just overkill. As both guns have different ballistics, bind a separate key for your MG 151s. This makes aiming easier, saves ammo and is still sufficient enough against any fighter.
+Due to the D-12 and D-13 being so similar, you can fly them almost identically. (Keeping in mind the differing armament velocities at longer ranges)  the Fw 190 D-12 has a high top speed for its BR, heavy armament with a large ammunition pool, a fantastic engine built for high-altitude performance and it features hydraulic ailerons for an amazingly high-speed roll rate. It is one of the only prop driven aircraft able to reach speeds exceeding 450 mph (725 km/h) while still retaining some ability to manoeuvre. The D-12 is an energy fighter, the plane relies on speed and engine power to be successful. With its high burst mass of and the destructive power of the Minengeschoß rounds, no bomber in the game can survive a short burst. Against fighters, the MK 108 is as usual difficult to aim and hit. Not to mention just overkill. As both guns have different ballistics, bind a separate key for your MG 151s. This makes aiming easier, saves ammo and is still sufficient enough against any fighter.
-The Fw 190 D-12 is most effective at climbing above your foe and employing standard Boom and Zoom tactics. Keeping in mind that at 700 kph+, the flight surfaces of the Dora series notoriously compress and pulling out at those speeds can be tricky, however, it has been found that because of the fuselage mounted fuel tanks in the Dora series, taking higher fuel loads will cut the amount of time it takes to pull out of those high-speed dives by up to 50% (50% when comparing minimum fuel load to full fuel load.(As of 1.71.1))
+The Fw 190 D-12 is most effective at climbing above your foe and employing standard Boom and Zoom tactics. Keeping in mind that at 700 km/h+, the flight surfaces of the Dora series notoriously compress and pulling out at those speeds can be tricky, however, it has been found that because of the fuselage mounted fuel tanks in the Dora series, taking higher fuel loads will cut the amount of time it takes to pull out of those high-speed dives by up to 50% (50% when comparing minimum fuel load to full fuel load.
 One of the most known abilities of the Fw 190 series is their ability to out roll enemies such as the Spitfire that "lock up" at higher speeds. If attacked from above and if the enemy is at a higher speed than the D-12, it is possible to perform a series of rolls called a "scissors". The goal of this manoeuvre is to both avoid the enemy's guns by rolling out of the way as well as allowing that enemy to overshoot, resulting in the Dora pilot tailing the would-be killer. Although difficult, manoeuvres such as these can turn the tables in a one-on-one dogfight and ensure survival.
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 * Excellent energy retention and dive acceleration and top-speed in a dive
 * Great speed on low altitude
-* Great high-speed manoeuvrability ([[Fw 190 D-13|D-13]] is superior)
+* Great high-speed manoeuvrability
 * Great aileron control and roll speed
 * Great & heavy armament
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 == Media ==
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 == See also ==
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-=== In-game description ===
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 The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 Wuerger (Shrike) was a single-seat single-engine monoplane fighter used by the Luftwaffe in WWII. One of the best fighters of the time, it was widely used during the Second World War. A total of over 20,000 were produced, including some 6,000 fighter-bomber variants. The 190 remained in production from 1941 until the end of the war, going through multiple redesigns. The Fw 190 made a name for itself as a true Luftwaffe workhorse and was used in a wide variety of roles, including a high-altitude interceptor (especially the Fw 190D), escort fighter, fighter-bomber and night fighter.
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 A total of 650 to 700 Fw 190 D series fighters were produced. By December 1944, the Focke-Wulf plant in Marienburg produced 8 Fw 190 Ds each day, even though the factory appeared completely destroyed from the air.
 == Media ==

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 == General info ==
 === Flight performance ===
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 === Survivability and armour ===
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 * 12 mm Steel - Headrest armour
 * 57 mm Bulletproof Glass
 == Armaments ==
 === Offensive armament ===
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 {{main|MK 108 (30 mm)|MG 151 (20 mm)}}
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 === Suspended armament ===
 <!-- ''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|SC50JA (50 kg)|SC250JA (250 kg)|SC500K (500 kg)}}

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 == Description ==
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-[[File:GarageImage_Fw190D12.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
+[[File:GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.