Ju 87 R-2 (Italy) - Revision history

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U81810138: Addedanother playstyle and modified a few things here and there

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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.'' -->
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 * 1 x 250 kg GP 250 bomb (250 kg total)
-* 1 x 250 kg GP 250 bomb + 4 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (450 kg total)
+* 4 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (200 kg total)
 * 1 x 500 kg GP 500 bomb (500 kg total)
-* 1 x 500 kg GP 500 bomb + 4 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (700 kg total)
+{{Navigation-End}}
 === Defensive armament ===

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 == Media ==
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+<!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' -->
 == See also ==
 ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
 * ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
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 == External links ==
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+| {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || N/A || 469 || 320 || ~18 || ~7
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 == External links ==
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 {{AirManufacturer Junkers}}
 {{Italy bombers}}

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Italian bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.85 "Supersonic"]].
-The Italian version of the [[Ju 87 R-2]] is quite similar to the German version, with some minor differences in terms of speed and flight performance. Additionally, the Italian version has different payload options as it carries different types of bombs. so it cannot carry the 1000kg bomb but it can carry some 50kg bombs underneath the wings. it has 2x7.92mm Machine guns and a single 7.92mm machine gun on the  turret operated by the gunner. although this seems unimpressive, this armament is on par with most fighters at its tier and the rear Mg, even with its blind spots, its decent enough to shake off some fighters
+The Italian version of the [[Ju 87 R-2]] is quite similar to the German version, with some minor differences in terms of speed and flight performance. Additionally, the Italian version has different payload options as it carries different types of bombs. So it cannot carry the 1,000 kg bomb but it can carry some 50 kg bombs underneath the wings. It has 2 x 7.92 mm offensive machine guns and a single 7.92 mm machine gun in a dorsal turret operated by the gunner. Although this seems unimpressive, this armament is on par with most fighters at its rank and the rear MG, even with its blind spots, its decent enough to shake off some fighters.
 == General info ==
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-The Ju 87 R-2 isn't very manoeuvrable with bombs attached, but it can dance with a fighter f it has the energy and has dropped the bombs
+The Ju 87 R-2 isn't very manoeuvrable with bombs attached, but it can dance with a fighter in an emergency if it has the energy and has dropped the bombs.
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 * 5 mm steel between pilot and gunner
-this bomber has subpar durability compared to fighters, but subpar compared to bombers of the same tier. The engine can be quite weak to oil and water leaks, so be sure to return to the base as soon as possible if your oil or water systems are hit
+This bomber has better durability than most fighters of its rank, but subpar compared to similar bombers. The engine can be quite weak to oil and water leaks, so be sure to return to the base as soon as possible if your oil or water systems are hit.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 '''Dive-bomber'''
-The main use of this aircraft is to attack ground targets. "soft" targets such AI AAA guns, Howitzers, Artillery, Trucks and light armored cars can be destroyed with the forward-firing 7.92mm MG's, and you can destroy heavier ground targets with bombs such as Pillboxes, AI or player controlled tanks. It can carry a max of 1 x 500 Kg Bombs + 4 x 50kg. you get 3 drops, two of the 50kg bombs (that drop in pairs) and a single 500kg drop. the two drops of the 50kg's drop without delay (this means that as soon as you  press the space-bar the bombs drop without delay) but the 500kg bomb drops differently. the bomb sit on a pair of arms that take the bomb outwards and then it drops, this means that there is a little delay between you press the space-bar and the bomb fall. so keep in mind that you have to drop the bomb a bit earlier and keep going in the same trajectory.
+The main use of this aircraft is to attack ground targets. "soft" targets such AA emplacements, howitzers, artillery, trucks, and light armoured cars can be destroyed with the forward-firing 7.92 mm MGs, and you can destroy heavier ground targets with bombs such as pillboxes, and AI or player controlled tanks. It can carry a max of 1 x 500 kg bombs + 4 x 50 kg in 3 drops, two of the 50 kg bombs (that drop in pairs) and a single 500 kg drop. The two drops of the 50 kg bombs drop without delay, but the 500 kg bomb sits on a pair of arms that take the bomb outwards and then drops. This means that there is a little delay between the trigger and the bomb release, so keep in mind that you have to drop the bomb a bit earlier and keep going in the same trajectory.
 '''Fighter'''
-the Ju-87 R-2 can be a decently maneuverable without any bombs, and as it usually faces biplanes, the armament of two low-caliber guns is not really underwhelming. so as soon as the match starts drop the bombs and climb at 220kph, (i suggest taking only the 250kg as the extra pods for carrying the wing bombs can create extra drag, although if you forget is not a catastrophic mistake). because of the air-spawn you will be higher than most fighters, and then you can boom and zoom them. this tactic benefits greatly from flying with a squad
+The Ju-87 R-2 can be a decently manoeuvrable once the bombs have been dropped, and as it usually faces biplanes, the armament of two low-calibre guns is not really underwhelming. As soon as the match starts drop the bombs and climb at 220 km/h, because of the air-spawn you will be higher than most fighters, and then you can boom and zoom them. This tactic benefits greatly from flying with a squad.
-'''Manual Engine Control'''
+=== Manual Engine Control ===
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 * More diverse payload options than its German counterpart
-* the rear Mg can be useful
+* The rear MG can be useful
-* decently maneuverable without any bombs.
+* Decently manoeuvrable without any bombs
-* decent amount of ammo for the MG's
+* Decent amount of ammo for the MGs
 * Good visibility on cockpit view for simulator
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 * Maximum payload is less than the German [[Ju 87 R-2]]
 * Main bomb release mechanism takes time to release
-* although maneuverable, not enough to out maneuver most fighters
+* Although manoeuvrable, not enough to outmanoeuvre most fighters
 == History ==

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 {{About
 | about = dive bomber '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
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 | usage-2 = other versions
 | link-2 = Ju 87 (Family)
 }}
 == 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}} Italian bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.85 "Supersonic"]].
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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 main use of this aircraft is to attack ground targets, like artillery, anti-aircraft guns and vehicles. One option is to load the 250 kg bomb, as this is adequate to destroy 4 targets at once with luck, and is light enough not to impact performance too greatly. The 500 kg bomb may be bigger and heavier, but makes the Ju 87 slow down.
 === Manual Engine Control ===
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 | Not controllable || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Separate || Not controllable<br>1 gear || Not controllable
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+{{Specs-Card
 {{About
 | about = dive bomber '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
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 == General info ==
 === Flight performance ===
 <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
 The Ju 87 R-2 isn't very manoeuvrable, but still is manoeuvrable enough to pull off some evasive manoeuvres when being attacked. However, remember, this is a bomber, not a fighter, so it won't be able to compete for very long.
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 === Survivability and 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.'' -->
 * 8 mm steel behind pilot
 * 5 mm steel between pilot and gunner
 == Armaments ==
 === Offensive armament ===
 <!-- ''Describe the offensive armament of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.'' -->
 {{main|MG 17 (7.92 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|GP 50 (50 kg)|GP 250 (250 kg)|GP 500 (500 kg)}}
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 === Defensive armament ===
 <!-- ''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available, remove this subsection.'' -->
 {{main|MG 15 (7.92 mm)}}

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 == Description ==
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-[[File:GarageImage_Ju87R2_Italy.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
+[[File:GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Italian bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.85 "Supersonic"]].