P-51 - Revision history

U38088265: /* Flight performance */

2024-09-01T07:59:37Z

‎Flight performance

U38088265: Reverted edits by U178117757 (talk) to last revision by U38088265

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U178117757: /* Flight performance */ AB and RB stock performance

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‎Flight performance: AB and RB stock performance

U38088265: /* Flight performance */

2024-08-24T18:48:51Z

‎Flight performance

U38088265: Reverted edits by U178117757 (talk) to last revision by U44629479

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U178117757: AB Flight performance table values

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AB Flight performance table values

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Undo revision 180830 by U136435104 (talk)

U136435104: /* Description */

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‎Description

U128413528: /* Armaments */

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‎Armaments

U128413528: /* Offensive armament */

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‎Offensive armament

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} American fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.49 "Weapons of Victory"]].
-The P-51 Mustang retains a lot of the traits that may be found in its later variants. The main difference comes from the limited Allison power plant and its formidable armament of 4 x 20 mm [[Hispano Mk.II (20 mm)|Hispano Mk.II]] cannons. The plane may not climb very well but does retain the traits of an energy fighter. Even with its limited climb rate the aircraft's dive-speed is excellent, but maneuverability is average at best. The armament is the true advantage of this aircraft. The 20 mm cannons are powerful, but with only 500 rounds do not try to go for more than what the P-51 can handle. The best way to use the P-51 is for [[Boom & Zoom]].
+The P-51 Mustang retains a lot of the traits that may be found in its later variants. The main difference comes from the limited Allison power plant and its formidable armament of 4 x 20 mm [[Hispano Mk.II (20 mm)|Hispano Mk.II]] cannons. The plane may not climb very well but does retain the traits of an energy fighter. Even with its limited climb rate the aircraft's dive-speed is excellent, but manoeuvrability is average at best. The armament is the true advantage of this aircraft. The 20 mm cannons are powerful, but with only 500 rounds do not try to go for more than what the P-51 can handle. The best way to use the P-51 is for [[Boom & Zoom]].
-The P-51, when fully upgraded, is an extremely deadly opponent, especially as a rank III. The engine will have a hard time hitting the "overheated" mark, even when using WEP. Use caution though, as the engine will retain its heat when constantly on 100% power, so it takes a bit to cool down. Also be sure to utilize the flaps: they are a major asset to the plane's overall turn-fighting ability and sometimes allow it to survive a turn-fight with Soviet aircraft. This is an awesome plane for those just starting out in Realistic Battles, as the 20 mm cannons are good at scoring quick victories.
+The P-51, when fully upgraded, is an extremely deadly opponent, especially as a rank III. The engine will have a hard time hitting the "overheated" mark, even when using WEP. Use caution though, as the engine will retain its heat when constantly on 100% power, so it takes a bit to cool down. Also be sure to utilise the flaps: they are a major asset to the plane's overall turnfighting ability and sometimes allow it to survive a turn-fight with Soviet aircraft. This is an awesome plane for those just starting out in Realistic Battles, as the 20 mm cannons are good at scoring quick victories.
 == General info ==

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	Quadruple Hispanos are devastating: pressing the trigger will significantly slow down the P-51. The airframe is too light, which further causes vibrations and heavy shaking due to the wing-mounted position of all arms. Hence the accuracy is appalling after the first shots leave the barrels. Trigger control is important, even more so as the Hispanos tend to overheat during long bursts. Continuous automatic fire will result in depleting your rounds in approximately 12.5 seconds (if the guns do not overheat and jam), and the reload time is quite long at 40 seconds. This incentivizes a boom and zoom playstyle.		Quadruple Hispanos are devastating: pressing the trigger will significantly slow down the P-51. The airframe is too light, which further causes vibrations and heavy shaking due to the wing-mounted position of all arms. Hence the accuracy is appalling after the first shots leave the barrels. Trigger control is important, even more so as the Hispanos tend to overheat during long bursts. Continuous automatic fire will result in depleting your rounds in approximately 12.5 seconds (if the guns do not overheat and jam), and the reload time is quite long at 40 seconds. This incentivizes a boom and zoom playstyle.
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−	From an ammunition standpoint, Tracers belts are for utilitarian players hoping to groundpound and engage enemy aircraft. At the same time, Stealth and Air Target belts should be used against fighters. However, it would be wise to use Ground Target belts if engaging bombers, as the Air Target belt underperforms against bombers.

	== Usage in battles ==		== Usage in battles ==

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 * 4 x 20 mm Hispano Mk.II cannons, wing-mounted (125 rpg = 500 total)
-Quadruple Hispanos are devastating: pressing the trigger will significantly slow down the P-51. Now how is that for firepower? Although this is caused by the too light airframe which further causes vibrations and heavy shaking due to the wing-mounted position of all arms. Hence the accuracy is appalling after the first shots leave the barrels. Trigger control is important, even more so as the Hispanos tend to overheat during long bursts. Full automatics firing will result in depleting your rounds in approximately 12.5 seconds (if the guns do not overheat and jam), conversely the reload time is quite long at 40 seconds. This gives an incentive to play more of a boom and zoom playstyle.
+Quadruple Hispanos are devastating: pressing the trigger will significantly slow down the P-51. The airframe is too light, which further causes vibrations and heavy shaking due to the wing-mounted position of all arms. Hence the accuracy is appalling after the first shots leave the barrels. Trigger control is important, even more so as the Hispanos tend to overheat during long bursts. Continuous automatic fire will result in depleting your rounds in approximately 12.5 seconds (if the guns do not overheat and jam), and the reload time is quite long at 40 seconds. This incentivizes a boom and zoom playstyle.
 == Usage in battles ==
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 ;Skins
 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=p-51_mk1a_usaaf Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
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 ;Related development
 * North American [[P-51 (Family)|P-51 Mustang]]
 ** [[P-51A]] Thunder League Event vehicle, version armed with 0.50 cal Browning MGs (12.7 mm)
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 ;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
 * [[Fw 190 A-5]]
 * [[Typhoon Mk Ib]]