VB.10C-1 - Revision history

U44629479: Edits

2024-04-15T20:32:59Z

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U3611184: /* Pros and cons */ Add airspawn, add belly landing tip

2024-04-15T20:15:29Z

‎Pros and cons: Add airspawn, add belly landing tip

U38088265 at 11:48, 26 December 2023

2023-12-26T11:48:35Z

U38088265: /* Description */

2023-12-26T11:48:19Z

‎Description

U120313908: /* Description */ updated

2023-12-23T19:51:29Z

‎Description: updated

U28580205: Reverted edits by U125334774 (talk) to last revision by U17577377

2023-12-14T07:17:27Z

Reverted edits by U125334774 (talk) to last revision by U17577377

U125334774: /* Pros and cons */

2023-12-10T16:23:46Z

‎Pros and cons

U17577377 at 17:58, 3 December 2023

2023-12-03T17:58:06Z

U125334774: I added a description of the survivability of the aircraft

2023-12-01T18:05:21Z

I added a description of the survivability of the aircraft

U125334774: I added descriptions of the plane's flight performance and armament

2023-12-01T18:01:53Z

I added descriptions of the plane's flight performance and armament

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 * Can fly well with one engine, improving its chance to limp back to the airfield for repairs
 * Gets an airspawn
 '''Cons'''

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 * Good cockpit visibility (important for simulator battle players)
 * Can fly well with one engine, improving its chance to limp back to the airfield for repairs
 '''Cons'''

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 == 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}}''' was a heavy fighter designed in France, based in the VG-33 that failed to enter production in WWII due to the capitulation of France in 1940. The aircraft was meant to post war service with 200 aircraft ordered in 1946, however this was reduced to only 50 a few years later. Powered by two Hispano-Suiza HS 12Z Ars 15/16 engines, the aircraft was armed with four 20mm cannons, although further versions also added 6 x 12.7mm HMGs. However at the end the order for this aircraft was cancelled, with the French Air Force deciding to rely on Allied aircrafts such as the F6F, F8F and F4U while their own jet powered aircraft was being developed.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was a heavy fighter designed in France, based in the [[V.G.33C-1|V.G.33]] that failed to enter production in WWII due to the capitulation of France in 1940. The aircraft was meant for post-war service with 200 aircraft ordered in 1946, however this was reduced to only 50 a few years later. Powered by two Hispano-Suiza HS 12Z Ars 15/16 engines, the aircraft was armed with four 20 mm cannons, although further versions also added six 12.7 mm HMGs. However, in the end, the order for this aircraft was cancelled, with the French Air Force deciding to rely on Allied aircraft such as the F6F, F8F, and F4U while their own jet-powered aircraft were being developed.
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The VB.10 is a twin-engine fighter, with the second engine hidden behind the pilot driving its own set of propellers. Owing to its sleek design and contra-rotating propellers, it might appear as a single-engine super-prop fighter. With 2 engines, the plane can achieve high speeds but it is heavy and does not fare well in dogfights. It has access to a powerful offensive armament in the form of 4 x 20mm cannons, this paired with its good top speed, makes the aircraft great for boom and zoom, however for this, side climbing at the start of the match is highly recommended.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The VB.10 is a twin-engine fighter, with the second engine hidden behind the pilot driving its own set of propellers. Owing to its sleek design and contra-rotating propellers, it might appear as a single-engine super-prop fighter. With 2 engines, the plane can achieve high speeds but it is heavy and does not fare well in dogfights. It has access to a powerful offensive armament in the form of four 20 mm cannons, this paired with its good top speed, makes the aircraft great for boom and zoom, however for this, side climbing at the start of the match is highly recommended.
 == General info ==
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 The VB.10C-1, like most heavy fighters, is reliant on side climbing to engage enemy fighters, however this isn't the only way to play the VB.10C-1, if you decide to side climb and wait for enemy planes to drop down to lower altitudes they will find themselves in peril when a experienced pilot in a VB.10C-1 comes booming past with its quick dive rate and deadly armament of 4 x 20 mm Hispano 404 cannons. The best tactic when flying solo is Boom & Zoom and play as the team's support fighter, as its great acceleration and heavy weight can allow you to make fast attacks against unsuspecting enemy fighters at lower altitudes that are pre-occupied with fighting friendly aircraft. The heavy weight can also help carry the planes speed when extending and helps retain a bit of speed when going back into a climb, be aware however that the VB.10C-1's size and weight makes it a considerable target if you happen to miss your engagement. The best tactic when flying in a group of two or more is to help teammates that are struggling in a dogfight with enemy fighters, as a large target the VB.10C-1 can distract enemy fighters and outrun most using its advantage in weight and energy which allows teammates to slide onto the enemies six o'clock and finish them off.
 If you need to do a quick turn, set combat flaps and reduce the power of the engine to around 50%, then turn and close the combat flaps when half-finished with your manoeuvre. Be aware that turning in the VB.10C-1 is a way to intentionally or unintentionally bleed off any built-up energy. Conserve energy when possible in the VB.10C-1 as it lacks the capabilities to dogfight other fighters in fast or slow turning engagements.
 ===Manual Engine Control===
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 * Very fast at all altitudes, especially in a dive
 * Competitive climb rate at most altitudes
 * Good turn rate for it size
 * Good cockpit visibility (important for simulator battle players)
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 The Arsenal VB-10 was a continuation in development from the earlier [[V.G.33C-1|VG-33]] aircraft designed during the early war period but unable to be manufactured in great numbers before the Battle of France which began in May 1940.
-Under the Vichy government, the prior prototypes were reconsidered, and updated designs needed to be produced. Thus, the VB-10’s distinctive design of liquid cooled tandem engines were born. This was a method of circumnavigating the lack of a 2,000 HP engine with two 1,000 HP engines<ref name="Hartmann" />. The new design was higher performance than two similar American interceptor projects; the XP-62<ref name="Bowers" /> and XP-67<ref name="Francillion" />, the twinned engine system producing a higher top speed and competitive rates of climb and service range during a test flight in July 1945.<ref name="Green" />
+Under the Vichy government, the prior prototypes were reconsidered, and updated designs needed to be produced. Thus, the VB-10's distinctive design of liquid cooled tandem engines were born. This was a method of circumnavigating the lack of a 2,000 HP engine with two 1,000 HP engines<ref name="Hartmann" />. The new design was higher performance than two similar American interceptor projects; the XP-62<ref name="Bowers" /> and XP-67<ref name="Francillion" />, the twinned engine system producing a higher top speed and competitive rates of climb and service range during a test flight in July 1945.<ref name="Green" />
 '''Production'''
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 ;Bibliography
-*Hartman, Gérard. (2007). Dossiers historiques et techniques aéronautique française. On-Line at [https://www.hydroretro.net/etudegh/arsenal_de_l_aeronautique.pdf Hydroretro.net - L’Arsenal de l’aéronautique.pdf]. Retreived 13 August 2021
+*Hartman, Gérard. (2007). Dossiers historiques et techniques aéronautique française. On-Line at [https://www.hydroretro.net/etudegh/arsenal_de_l_aeronautique.pdf Hydroretro.net - L'Arsenal de l'aéronautique.pdf]. Retreived 13 August 2021
 *Bowers, Peter. (1987). Curtiss Aircraft, 1907-1947. London: Putnam, pp.327-331. LCCN:[https://lccn.loc.gov/87062882# 87062882]
 *Francillion, René. (1988). McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Since 1920. (Vol. 2). London: Putnam Aeronautical Books, p.372. On-Line at [https://archive.org/details/mcdonnelldouglas0002fran Archive.org - McDonnel Douglas Aircraft Since 1920]

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 == 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}} French twin-engine fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]].
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was a heavy fighter designed in France, based in the VG-33 that failed to enter production in WWII due to the capitulation of France in 1940. The aircraft was meant to post war service with 200 aircraft ordered in 1946, however this was reduced to only 50 a few years later. Powered by two Hispano-Suiza HS 12Z Ars 15/16 engines, the aircraft was armed with four 20mm cannons, although further versions also added 6 x 12.7mm HMGs. However at the end the order for this aircraft was cancelled, with the French Air Force deciding to rely on Allied aircrafts such as the F6F, F8F and F4U while their own jet powered aircraft was being developed.
-The VB.10 is a twin-engine fighter, with the second engine hidden behind the pilot driving its own set of propellers. Owing to its sleek design and contra-rotating propellers, it might appear as a single-engine super-prop fighter. With 2 engines, the plane can achieve high speeds but it is heavy and does not fare well in dogfights.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The VB.10 is a twin-engine fighter, with the second engine hidden behind the pilot driving its own set of propellers. Owing to its sleek design and contra-rotating propellers, it might appear as a single-engine super-prop fighter. With 2 engines, the plane can achieve high speeds but it is heavy and does not fare well in dogfights. It has access to a powerful offensive armament in the form of 4 x 20mm cannons, this paired with its good top speed, makes the aircraft great for boom and zoom, however for this, side climbing at the start of the match is highly recommended.
 == General info ==
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 '''Production'''
-An initial order for 200 aircraft was placed after a test flight of the second prototype in September 1946 to enter service post-war, though this was reduced to 50 within three years. The first VB-10 took flight on 3<sup>rd</sup> November 1947 with Hispano-Suiza HS 12Z Ars 15/16 engines and the now standard armament for the prototype, four 20 mm cannons, replacing the prototypes' prior 23.7 mm machine guns.
+An initial order for 200 aircraft was placed after a test flight of the second prototype in September 1946 to enter service post-war, though this was reduced to 50 within three years. The first VB-10 took flight on 3<sup>rd</sup> November 1947 with Hispano-Suiza HS 12Z Ars 15/16 engines and the now standard armament for the prototype, four 20 mm cannons, replacing the prototypes' prior 12.7 mm machine guns.
 The order was cancelled in September 1948 after just four of the aircraft were completed and tested. During the tests, mechanical failures caused two serious crashes, one of which was fatal and the aircraft were scrapped. The French Air Force would rely on foreign Allied fighter aircraft until the national production of jet-powered fighters began.<ref name="Green" />

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French twin-engine fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]].
-The VB.10 is a twin-engine fighter, with the second engine hidden behind the pilot driving its own set of propeller. Owing to its sleek design and contra-rotating propellers, it might appear as a single engine super-prop fighter. With 2 engines, the plane can achieve high speeds but it is heavy and does not fare well in dogfights.
+The VB.10 is a twin-engine fighter, with the second engine hidden behind the pilot driving its own set of propellers. Owing to its sleek design and contra-rotating propellers, it might appear as a single-engine super-prop fighter. With 2 engines, the plane can achieve high speeds but it is heavy and does not fare well in dogfights.
 == General info ==
 === Flight performance ===
 {{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
-<!--The flight performance of the VB.10C-1 is as you would expect of an interceptor/heavy fighter. Although its manoeuvrability is generally sluggish and its turn rate poor, it does have many advantages that fit its playstyle well. Important among these is its strong rate of climb, which allows you to reach high climbing bombers. This couples well with the aircraft's high dive speed provided by its twin engines and aerodynamic contours. Its also has a high straight line speed to its advantage, which allows players of the VB.10 C-1 to outrun many opponents that could out-turn it (i.e most single engine fighters and some heavy fighters). This high speed also allows it to catch up to bombers on its level, although this is not recommended as this will often lead to a slower approach than attacking from above.-->
+<!--''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''-->
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 === Survivability and armour ===
 {{Specs-Avia-Armour}}
-<!-- The aircraft is generally quite survivable. Although there is no armour plates, only 50mm of glass in front of the pilot, the position of the engines in front of and behind the pilot provide them with a protective sandwich,  meaning that they are less likely to be taken out by a stray bullet. However, the plane's tail structure is also quite weak, meaning it is vulnerable to structural damage from behind, and also to fires. -->
+<!-- ''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.'' -->
 * 50 mm Bulletproof glass in front and rear of the cockpit.
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 === Offensive armament ===
 {{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}
-<!-- The offensive armament of the VB.10C-1 is one of its strongest suits. Although the 20mm Hispano cannons' damage can be inconsistent, particularly when stock, their performance improves greatly once the armament modifications are researched. These modifications will reduce the spread of the cannons as well as improving their damage, much improving their potency against targets. The most potent belt is the stealth belt, although using this against manoeuvrable fighters will require some leading practice -->
+<!-- ''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|Hispano 404 (20 mm)}}
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 * 4 x 20 mm Hispano 404 cannons, wing-mounted (150 rpg = 600 total)
-The four cannons are arranged in bundles of two mounted in each wing. Each is armed with the same amount of ammunition, which means that all guns will fire with each other until empty.
+The offensive armament of the VB.10C-1 is one of its strongest suits. Although the 20mm Hispano cannons' damage can be inconsistent, particularly when stock, their performance improves greatly once the armament modifications are researched. These modifications will reduce the spread of the cannons as well as improve their damage, improving their potency against targets. The most potent belt is the stealth belt, although using this against manoeuvrable fighters will require some leading practice.
 == Usage in battles ==