Yak-7B - Revision history

U178117757: /* Survivability and armour */ Added bullet point list of plane's armour

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‎Survivability and armour: Added bullet point list of plane's armour

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‎Flight performance: AB and RB speed

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‎Description

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U74396666: New Description Project - USSR Priority: Planes - Yak-7B

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New Description Project - USSR Priority: Planes - Yak-7B

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 {{Specs-Avia-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.'' -->
 The aircraft can take a few hits in the engine and in the hull. It has 8 mm (0.31 in) of steel on the seat. You can avoid most of the enemy aircraft but stalling this fighter is a death wish. Any [[Bf 110 (Family)|Bf 110]] or the other Boom & Zoom type aircraft will knock your plane out. It's effective to gradually reduce your speed and make circles clockwise to make enemies overshoot.

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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 '''Yakovlev-7B''' is the third variant of the Yakovlev-7 fighter aircraft family. Developments on the [[Yak-1]] fighter aircraft family resulted in the Yak-7. It began as a two-seat trainer designed to support the Yak-1 fighter aircraft family, armed with only one 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine gun for gunnery exercise and dual-control cockpits for the student and instructor. The Yak-7 factory's engineers immediately began work on a prospective single-seat fighter adaptation of the twin-seat Yak-7. Rather than removing the back instructor's space, it was retained for future possibilities. The Yak-7 was officially introduced in 1942 and has limited production. The Yak-7A went into service as an improved variant of the standard Yak-7, with around 300 aircraft constructed and introduced in late 1942. For improved high-altitude performance, this modified variant included the M-105PA V12 liquid-cooled inline piston engine with 1,050 horsepower. Initially, the Yak-7A was armed with one 20 mm ShVAK cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine guns in the engine cowling. This was later changed to two 12.7 mm Berezin UB heavy machine guns. The Yak-7B was the standard Yak-7's second improved variant. The Yak-7B features a shorter wingspan, upgraded onboard equipment, and production-friendly improvements to the undercarriage over the Yak-7A. An incredible 5,000 aircraft are built to this specification.
+The '''Yakovlev Yak-7B''' is the third variant of the Yak-7 fighter aircraft family. The Yak-7 began as a two-seat trainer designed to support the [[Yak-1 (Family)|Yak-1 family]], armed with only one 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine gun for gunnery practice and dual-control cockpits for the student and instructor. The Yak-7 factory's engineers immediately began work on a prospective single-seat fighter adaptation of the twin-seat Yak-7. Rather than removing the back instructor's space, it was retained for future possibilities. The single-seat Yak-7 was officially introduced in 1942 and had limited production. The Yak-7A went into service as an improved variant of the standard Yak-7, with around 300 aircraft constructed and introduced in late 1942. For improved high-altitude performance, this modified variant included the M-105PA V12 liquid-cooled inline piston engine with 1,050 horsepower. Initially, the Yak-7A was armed with one 20 mm ShVAK cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine guns in the engine cowling. This was later changed to two 12.7 mm Berezin UB heavy machine guns. The Yak-7B was the standard Yak-7's second improved variant. The Yak-7B featured a shorter wingspan, upgraded onboard equipment, and production-friendly improvements to the undercarriage over the Yak-7A. An incredible 5,000 aircraft were built to this specification.
-Introduced in the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the Yak-7B is not as manoeuvrable as its tech tree cousins, but it is nonetheless competitive. It is critical that you stay close to friendly high-flying aircraft. If you are being aggressively pursued by enemy aircraft, consider pulling the opponent near your allies. As the ammunition count is limited, trigger discipline is required. Even without the Wartime Emergency Power (WEP), the Yak-7B is a competent climber. Maintaining altitude allows you to dive away if things become problematic in the middle of a fight with an enemy. Because the wings rip so quickly, steep dives should be avoided. It is, however, a capable high-altitude aircraft, and in the hands of an experienced player, the Yak-7B can easily earn a few kills during battles.
+Introduced in the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the Yak-7B is not as manoeuvrable as its cousins, but it is competitive nonetheless. It is critical that you stay close to friendly high-flying aircraft. If you are being aggressively pursued by enemy aircraft, consider pulling the opponent near your allies. As the ammunition count is limited, trigger discipline is required. Even without the Wartime Emergency Power (WEP), the Yak-7B is a competent climber. Maintaining altitude allows you to dive away if things become problematic in the middle of a fight with an enemy. Because the wings rip quickly, steep dives should be avoided. It is, however, a capable high-altitude aircraft, and in the hands of an experienced player, the Yak-7B can easily earn a few kills during battles.
 == General info ==
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 The Yak-7B is a versatile aircraft that can destroy both air or ground targets.
 The Yak-7B is not as manoeuvrable as its cousins in the tech tree but is decently competitive. Having a wingman with you can work wonders while flying the Yak-7B given both of you create opportunities for each other. The Yak-7B is not an aircraft that does good away from allies so it's essential that you remain in close proximity with other high-flying aircraft. If targeted actively and being chased, try dragging the enemy to the deck near allies.
 The 20 mm ShVAK cannon and 12.7 mm Berezin UB MG combination is decent and will take down any aircraft with precise bursts. Ammunition count is on the lower side so trigger discipline is necessary. It is best to get close and fire when the Enemy aircraft is in middle of a turn or attempting a zoom climb, Targeting the wings or the cockpit.
 The Yak-7B is a decent climber, even without the WEP being available, it can easily climb to ~4,000-4,500 m quickly on 100% engine power without issues. The engine temperature turns yellow rather quickly, but it stays there and does not get any higher. Maintaining altitude is recommended which allows you to dive away if things get difficult mid fight. The turn rate is on the higher side but careful manoeuvring can turn tables easily.
 Steep dives are discouraged because the wings rip very quickly. It is best to either dive doing a shallow spiral or to do split-S if one wants to reduce altitude or lose an enemy. But, even if the wings tend to rip, the Yak is a fair BnZ aircraft and careful speed monitoring can get you kills while diving. The Yak-7B has good response to control inputs and does not feel sluggish.

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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 '''Yakovlev-7B''' is the third variant of the Yakovlev-7 fighter aircraft family. Developments on the [[Yak-1]] fighter aircraft family resulted in the Yak-7. It began as a two-seat trainer designed to support the Yak-1 fighter aircraft family, armed with only one 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine gun for gunnery exercise and dual-control cockpits for the student and instructor. The Yak-7 factory's engineers immediately began work on a prospective single-seat fighter adaptation of the twin-seat Yak-7. Rather than removing the back instructor's space, it was retained for future possibilities. The Yak-7 was officially introduced in 1942 and has limited production. The Yak-7A went into service as an improved variant of the standard Yak-7, with around 300 aircraft constructed and introduced in late 1942. For improved high-altitude performance, this modified variant included the M-105PA V12 liquid-cooled inline piston engine with 1,050 horsepower. Initially, the Yak-7A was armed with one 20mm ShVAK cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.62mm ShKAS light machine guns in the engine cowling. This was later changed to two 12.7mm Berezin UB heavy machine guns. The Yak-7B was the standard Yak-7's second improved variant. The Yak-7B features a shorter wingspan, upgraded onboard equipment, and production-friendly improvements to the undercarriage over the Yak-7A. An incredible 5,000 aircraft are built to this specification.
+The '''Yakovlev-7B''' is the third variant of the Yakovlev-7 fighter aircraft family. Developments on the [[Yak-1]] fighter aircraft family resulted in the Yak-7. It began as a two-seat trainer designed to support the Yak-1 fighter aircraft family, armed with only one 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine gun for gunnery exercise and dual-control cockpits for the student and instructor. The Yak-7 factory's engineers immediately began work on a prospective single-seat fighter adaptation of the twin-seat Yak-7. Rather than removing the back instructor's space, it was retained for future possibilities. The Yak-7 was officially introduced in 1942 and has limited production. The Yak-7A went into service as an improved variant of the standard Yak-7, with around 300 aircraft constructed and introduced in late 1942. For improved high-altitude performance, this modified variant included the M-105PA V12 liquid-cooled inline piston engine with 1,050 horsepower. Initially, the Yak-7A was armed with one 20 mm ShVAK cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine guns in the engine cowling. This was later changed to two 12.7 mm Berezin UB heavy machine guns. The Yak-7B was the standard Yak-7's second improved variant. The Yak-7B features a shorter wingspan, upgraded onboard equipment, and production-friendly improvements to the undercarriage over the Yak-7A. An incredible 5,000 aircraft are built to this specification.
 Introduced in the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the Yak-7B is not as manoeuvrable as its tech tree cousins, but it is nonetheless competitive. It is critical that you stay close to friendly high-flying aircraft. If you are being aggressively pursued by enemy aircraft, consider pulling the opponent near your allies. As the ammunition count is limited, trigger discipline is required. Even without the Wartime Emergency Power (WEP), the Yak-7B is a competent climber. Maintaining altitude allows you to dive away if things become problematic in the middle of a fight with an enemy. Because the wings rip so quickly, steep dives should be avoided. It is, however, a capable high-altitude aircraft, and in the hands of an experienced player, the Yak-7B can easily earn a few kills during battles.

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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 ''' Yakovlev-7B''' is the third variant of the Yakovlev-7 fighter aircraft family. Developments on the [[Yak-1]] fighter aircraft family resulted in the Yak-7. It began as a two-seat trainer designed to support the Yak-1 fighter aircraft family, armed with only one 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine gun for gunnery exercise and dual-control cockpits for the student and instructor. The Yak-7 factory's engineers immediately began work on a prospective single-seat fighter adaptation of the twin-seat Yak-7. Rather than removing the back instructor's space, it was retained for future possibilities. The Yak-7 was officially introduced in 1942 and has limited production. The Yak-7A went into service as an improved variant of the standard Yak-7, with around 300 aircraft constructed and introduced in late 1942. For improved high-altitude performance, this modified variant included the M-105PA V12 liquid-cooled inline piston engine with 1,050 horsepower. Initially, the Yak-7A was armed with one 20mm ShVAK cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.62mm ShKAS light machine guns in the engine cowling. This was later changed to two 12.7mm Berezin UB heavy machine guns. The Yak-7B was the standard Yak-7's second improved variant. The Yak-7B features a shorter wingspan, upgraded onboard equipment, and production-friendly improvements to the undercarriage over the Yak-7A. An incredible 5,000 aircraft are built to this specification.
+The '''Yakovlev-7B''' is the third variant of the Yakovlev-7 fighter aircraft family. Developments on the [[Yak-1]] fighter aircraft family resulted in the Yak-7. It began as a two-seat trainer designed to support the Yak-1 fighter aircraft family, armed with only one 7.62 mm ShKAS light machine gun for gunnery exercise and dual-control cockpits for the student and instructor. The Yak-7 factory's engineers immediately began work on a prospective single-seat fighter adaptation of the twin-seat Yak-7. Rather than removing the back instructor's space, it was retained for future possibilities. The Yak-7 was officially introduced in 1942 and has limited production. The Yak-7A went into service as an improved variant of the standard Yak-7, with around 300 aircraft constructed and introduced in late 1942. For improved high-altitude performance, this modified variant included the M-105PA V12 liquid-cooled inline piston engine with 1,050 horsepower. Initially, the Yak-7A was armed with one 20mm ShVAK cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.62mm ShKAS light machine guns in the engine cowling. This was later changed to two 12.7mm Berezin UB heavy machine guns. The Yak-7B was the standard Yak-7's second improved variant. The Yak-7B features a shorter wingspan, upgraded onboard equipment, and production-friendly improvements to the undercarriage over the Yak-7A. An incredible 5,000 aircraft are built to this specification.
 Introduced in the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the Yak-7B is not as manoeuvrable as its tech tree cousins, but it is nonetheless competitive. It is critical that you stay close to friendly high-flying aircraft. If you are being aggressively pursued by enemy aircraft, consider pulling the opponent near your allies. As the ammunition count is limited, trigger discipline is required. Even without the Wartime Emergency Power (WEP), the Yak-7B is a competent climber. Maintaining altitude allows you to dive away if things become problematic in the middle of a fight with an enemy. Because the wings rip so quickly, steep dives should be avoided. It is, however, a capable high-altitude aircraft, and in the hands of an experienced player, the Yak-7B can easily earn a few kills during battles.

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 {{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
 <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-The aircraft has a lightweight body and a good engine making it very capable of dealing with any kind of enemy. It has decent maneuverability for its battle rating, although not as good as the other Yaks. It is most efficient up to 4,000 m (13,123 ft). It's not recommended to use in a turn fight, but if necessary extending the flaps helps a lot. It can climb well making flying away not so difficult. The Yak 7B can withstand from 10 G to -8 G.
+The aircraft has a lightweight body and a good engine making it very capable of dealing with any kind of enemy. It has decent manoeuvrability for its battle rating, although not as good as the other Yaks. It is most efficient up to 4,000 m (13,123 ft). It's not recommended to use in a turn fight, but if necessary extending the flaps helps a lot. It can climb well making flying away not so difficult. The Yak-7B can withstand from 10 G to -8 G.
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 <!-- ''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.'' -->
-The aircraft can take a few hits in the engine and in the hull. It's not fantastic, like the [[P-400]], but is OK. It has 8 mm (0.31 in) of steel on the seat. You can avoid most of the enemy aircraft but stalling this fighter is a death wish. Any [[Bf 110 (Family)|Bf-110]] or the other Boom & Zoom type aircraft will kill you. It's effective to gradually reduce your speed and make circles clockwise to make enemies overshoot.
+The aircraft can take a few hits in the engine and in the hull. It has 8 mm (0.31 in) of steel on the seat. You can avoid most of the enemy aircraft but stalling this fighter is a death wish. Any [[Bf 110 (Family)|Bf 110]] or the other Boom & Zoom type aircraft will knock your plane out. It's effective to gradually reduce your speed and make circles clockwise to make enemies overshoot.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 <!-- ''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 Yak-7B is a versatile aircraft that can destroy both Air or Ground targets.
+The Yak-7B is a versatile aircraft that can destroy both air or ground targets.
-The Yak-7B is not as maneuverable as its cousins in the tech tree but is decently competitive. Having a wingman with you can work wonders while flying the Yak-7B given both of you create opportunities for each other. The Yak-7B is not an aircraft that does good away from allies so it's essential that you remain in close proximity with other high-flying aircrafts. If targeted actively and being chased, try dragging the enemy to the deck near allies.
+The Yak-7B is not as manoeuvrable as its cousins in the tech tree but is decently competitive. Having a wingman with you can work wonders while flying the Yak-7B given both of you create opportunities for each other. The Yak-7B is not an aircraft that does good away from allies so it's essential that you remain in close proximity with other high-flying aircraft. If targeted actively and being chased, try dragging the enemy to the deck near allies.
-The [[ShVAK (20 mm)|cannon]] and [[Berezin UB (12.7 mm)|MG]] combination are decent and will take down any aircraft with precise bursts. Ammunition count is on the lower side so trigger discipline is necessary. It is best to get close and fire when the Enemy aircraft is in middle of a turn or attempting a zoom climb, Targeting the wings or the cockpit.
+The 20 mm ShVAK cannon and 12.7 mm Berezin UB MG combination is decent and will take down any aircraft with precise bursts. Ammunition count is on the lower side so trigger discipline is necessary. It is best to get close and fire when the Enemy aircraft is in middle of a turn or attempting a zoom climb, Targeting the wings or the cockpit.
-The 7B is a decent climber, even without the WEP being available, it can easily climb to ~4000-4500m quickly on 100% engine power without issues. The engine temperature turns yellow rather quickly, but it stays there and does not get any higher. Maintaining altitude is recommended which allows you to dive away if things get difficult mid fight. The Turn rate is on the higher side but careful maneuvering can turn tables easily.
+The Yak-7B is a decent climber, even without the WEP being available, it can easily climb to ~4,000-4,500 m quickly on 100% engine power without issues. The engine temperature turns yellow rather quickly, but it stays there and does not get any higher. Maintaining altitude is recommended which allows you to dive away if things get difficult mid fight. The turn rate is on the higher side but careful manoeuvring can turn tables easily.
-Steep dives are discouraged because the wings rip very quickly after the reduce speed warning. Its best to either dive doing a shallow spiral or to do split-S if one wants to reduce altitude or lose an enemy. But, even if the wings tend to rip, the Yak is a fair BnZ aircraft and careful speed monitoring can get you kills while diving. The Yak-7B has good response to control inputs and does not feel sluggish.
+Steep dives are discouraged because the wings rip very quickly. It is best to either dive doing a shallow spiral or to do split-S if one wants to reduce altitude or lose an enemy. But, even if the wings tend to rip, the Yak is a fair BnZ aircraft and careful speed monitoring can get you kills while diving. The Yak-7B has good response to control inputs and does not feel sluggish.
-Ground pounding is possible but is not recommended. The yak can carry 2x [[FAB-50 (50 kg)|FAB-50]] bombs that can destroy ground targets and rockets.
+Ground pounding is possible but is not recommended. The Yak can carry 2 x FAB-50 bombs that can destroy ground targets and rockets.
 === Manual Engine Control ===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Armament is a big step up from Yak-1: Nose-mounted 1 x 20 mm ShVAK & 2 x 12.7 mm UBS machine gun proves a very effective combination.
+* Powerful engine, even without WEP can climb at decent rate
-* Capable of using rockets for both air and ground targets.
+* Nose-mounted 1 x 20 mm ShVAK & 2 x 12.7 mm UBS machine gun proves a very effective combination
-* Powerful engine, even without WEP can climb at decent rate.
+* Capable of using rockets for both air and ground targets
 '''Cons:'''
-* No WEP, engine temperature readings turn yellow quickly.
+* No WEP, engine temperature readings turn yellow quickly
-* Engine underperforms above 4,000 m; incapable of intercepting high-altitude bombers.
+* Engine underperforms above 4,000 m, making the Yak-7B incapable of intercepting high-altitude bombers
-* Worse maneuverability compared to all other Yakovlev fighter series.
+* Worse manoeuvrability compared to all other low-tier Yakovlev fighters
 * The wooden airframe can't sustain high compression during dive in high speed, resulting in wing rips above 650 km/h
-* Any kind of fire will quickly spread across the plane.
+* Any kind of fire will quickly spread across the plane
 == History ==