Matra R550 Magic 2 - Revision history

U119691041: Changed two instances of "ECCM" to "IRCCM"

2024-10-30T22:48:15Z

Changed two instances of "ECCM" to "IRCCM"

U88203141: /* Pros and cons */

2024-03-28T13:21:03Z

‎Pros and cons

U88859593: added jag is to plane equiped with magic 2

2024-03-23T13:01:18Z

added jag is to plane equiped with magic 2

U128939687: added 2000C-S4 and 4000

2024-02-04T00:21:54Z

added 2000C-S4 and 4000

U11852831: Added/expanded desciption, rewrote and heavly expanded history section,

2023-12-22T15:53:57Z

Added/expanded desciption, rewrote and heavly expanded history section,

U11852831: updated the usage, pros and cons because of IRCCM addition, added HISTORY section

2023-09-24T18:28:16Z

updated the usage, pros and cons because of IRCCM addition, added HISTORY section

U46121936: Added See also

2023-09-21T05:13:52Z

Added See also

U28580205 at 04:04, 21 September 2023

2023-09-21T04:04:05Z

U46121936: /* General info */

2023-09-20T23:07:53Z

‎General info

U126556775: Added M2K 5F

2023-07-04T04:14:06Z

Added M2K 5F

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 | '''Lock range (all-aspect)''' || 3 km
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-|'''ECCM'''
+|'''IRCCM'''
 |Yes
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 Yet, like any missile system, the Magic 2 had its limitations, particularly when faced with advanced electronic countermeasures and newer generation fighter aircraft. It was often compared with contemporaries like the American AIM-9 Sidewinder and the Russian R-73, with each system exhibiting unique strengths and weaknesses. Nevertheless, the Magic 2 maintained a competitive edge in off-boresight capability and counter-countermeasure technology.
-The Magic 2's story doesn't end with its combat achievements. The rapid advancements in missile technology soon ushered in newer systems, but the groundwork laid by the Magic 2 in infrared missile guidance and ECCM capabilities significantly influenced future developments. As more advanced missiles like the MBDA MICA and the Meteor entered service, the role of the Magic 2 began to wane. However, its influence persists in the ongoing evolution of air-to-air missile technology.
+The Magic 2's story doesn't end with its combat achievements. The rapid advancements in missile technology soon ushered in newer systems, but the groundwork laid by the Magic 2 in infrared missile guidance and IRCCM capabilities significantly influenced future developments. As more advanced missiles like the MBDA MICA and the Meteor entered service, the role of the Magic 2 began to wane. However, its influence persists in the ongoing evolution of air-to-air missile technology.
 Looking back, the R550 Magic 2 missile represents a pivotal phase in the transition of air-to-air missile technology. It bridged the gap between early infrared missiles and today's sophisticated systems. Its deployment and usage in combat significantly advanced the understanding of aerial warfare tactics and missile guidance technology, cementing its legacy as a key player in the history of military aviation.

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 '''Cons:'''
-* Low motor burn time of 2 seconds, meaning it has a hard time hitting targets above 1.5 km when chasing
+* Low motor burn time of 2 seconds, meaning it has a hard time hitting targets above 2.5 km when chasing
 * Loses energy quite fast once the motor finishes burning

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 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_2000_5f}}
 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_4000}}
 == General info ==

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 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_f1ct}}
 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_f1c_200}}
 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_2000c_s5}}
 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_2000d_r1}}
 * {{Specs-Link|mirage_2000_5f}}
 == General info ==

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.'' -->
-The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a French [[Air-to-air_missiles#Infrared_homing_.28heat-seeking.29_missiles|infrared homing air-to-air missile]] and was [[wt:en/game/changelog/current/1358|introduced]] during [[Update "Wind of Change"]].
+The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a French short-range, air-to-air missile developed by Matra [[Air-to-air_missiles#Infrared_homing_.28heat-seeking.29_missiles|infrared homing air-to-air missile]]. It is an advanced version of the original R550 Magic. Designed primarily for the French Air Force and Navy, this missile is renowned for its infrared homing guidance system, which is highly effective against heat-emitting targets, typically jet engines. The Magic 2 stands out for its improved countermeasures against electronic jamming and decoys like flares, making it more resistant to enemy defenses. It features an enhanced off-boresight capability, allowing pilots to engage targets that are not directly in front of their aircraft, thus offering greater tactical flexibility in dogfight scenarios. Initially deployed in various Mirage fighter jets, the Magic 2 has seen action in numerous conflicts, showcasing its reliability and combat effectiveness. Despite being surpassed by newer technologies, the Magic 2 remains a significant development in the history of air-to-air missile technology.
 === Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===
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 == History ==
-The R550 Matra Magic 2, a French short-range air-to-air missile, was developed in the late 1970s with advanced infrared homing and improved maneuverability. It first saw combat in the Falklands War in 1982, used by Argentine aircraft. While it gained international use in subsequent conflicts, it has since been replaced by more modern missiles due to advancing technology.
+The Magic 2 missile, an evolution of the R550 Magic, stands as a significant chapter in the history of aerial combat technology. Its journey from inception to combat usage mirrors the evolving challenges and demands of modern air warfare.
 == Media ==

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 | '''Lock range (all-aspect)''' || 3 km
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 | '''Launch range''' || 10 km
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 === Effective damage ===
-''Describe the type of damage produced by this type of missile (high explosive, splash damage, etc)''
+Highest Explosive mass out of all short range missiles, making it quite good at dealing damage and reliably crippling and destroying enemies.
 === Comparison with analogues ===
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 Of course at higher altitudes the Magic 2 performs substantially better. Because there is less air resistance at higher altitudes, missiles are capable of travelling substantially further than they can at sea level. At altitudes around 5,000 m, you can safely launch your Magic at an enemy plane travelling away from you at 3.5 km, assuming that plane is travelling at an almost identical speed to you. If they are travelling slower, then obviously you can launch at higher distances - this also applies to engagements at sea level. As well as this, due to planes struggling to be able to perform high G manoeuvres at higher altitudes (due to smaller amounts of air flow under the wings), the Magic 2 will always manage to out perform an enemy aircraft in turning performance so, if you're fighting a Mirage F1 at high altitudes, do not turn - cut your afterburner and drop a substantial amount of flares before turning to the left, right or down (do not go up, this only bleeds your energy further).
-This also leads on nicely to another great feature of the Magic 2 - Infrared Counter-Countermeasures. In real life, the Magic 2's IRCCM's were substantially better and whilst they aren't fully reflected in War Thunder, they do have substantially better flare resistance to other top tier IR missiles (even beating the R-24T). What this means is that, in order to evade a Magic 2 with flares, you have to follow the proper procedure - cut afterburner, drop flares and then evade left, right, up or down. A small drop of flares will not make this missile miss, and that is why the Magic 2 is one of the most potent and feared air-to-air missiles at War Thunder's top tier.
+This also leads on nicely to another great feature of the Magic 2 - Infrared Counter-Countermeasures. Once fired, the FoV of the seeker will get substantially smaller, making the missile less susceptible at detecting Flares deployed by the target. Overall, it is very reliable when shot from side and rear aspects, and fired from as close as possible.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 * Very high initial acceleration
 * All-aspect missile, making it possible to shoot planes coming at you, and has an easier time locking enemies from the sides from further away
 '''Cons:'''
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 == History ==
-''Examine the history of the creation and combat usage of the weapon in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the weapon and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Weapon-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>.''
+The R550 Matra Magic 2, a French short-range air-to-air missile, was developed in the late 1970s with advanced infrared homing and improved maneuverability. It first saw combat in the Falklands War in 1982, used by Argentine aircraft. While it gained international use in subsequent conflicts, it has since been replaced by more modern missiles due to advancing technology.
 == Media ==
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 ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
-* [[Matra R550 Magic 1]]
+* ''reference to the article about the variant of the weapon;''
-* [[R-73]]
+* ''references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.''
 == External links ==