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− | {{Specs-Card|code=iar_316b}} | + | {{About |
+ | | about = French utility helicopter '''{{PAGENAME}}''' | ||
+ | | usage = other variants | ||
+ | | link = Alouette (Family) | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Specs-Card | ||
+ | |code=iar_316b | ||
+ | |images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
− | + | <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the helicopter, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the helicopter 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 Romanian-licensed helicopter based on the Aérospatiale SA.316B design. The production started in 1971 in Brasov, Romania, and ended in 1987. The helicopter used the Turbomeca Artouste IIIB engine. It had a two-seat cockpit with a large glass canopy that offered good visibility. The cabin had two doors and could fit up to three passengers. The IAR 316B was adapted to carry Eastern-bloc weapons such as 57 mm rockets, 7.62 mm machine guns, and anti-tank missiles. Out of the 250 units produced, 125 were used by the Romanian military and the rest were sold to other countries such as Pakistan, Angola, and Guinea. | |
− | ''In the description, the first part | + | |
+ | It was introduced as a [[wt:en/news/6062-development-sa-316b-alouette-iii-the-high-flying-skylark-en|premium pack]] in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]] and was removed from the store after the [[wt:en/news/6464-shop-war-thunder-birthday-sale-en|2019 Birthday Sale]]. It shares some similarities with the French SA 316B Alouette III, but also has some advantages. It can equip machine guns for aerial combat, as well as Malyutka-2 ATGMs and S-5K rockets for ground attack. However, it still lacks adequate armour and needs careful piloting to avoid being shot down. The IAR 316B is agile and fast, but the pilot must be aware of its limitations and capabilities in order to survive over the battlefield. | ||
== General info == | == General info == | ||
− | === Flight | + | === Flight performance === |
− | ''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. | + | {{Specs-Heli-Flight}} |
+ | <!-- ''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' --> | ||
+ | |||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Characteristics | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 0 m - at sea level) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(metres) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! AB !! RB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Stock | ||
+ | | 194 || 182 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Upgraded | ||
+ | | 230 || 212 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and armour === | ||
− | ''Examine the survivability of the helicopter. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, | + | {{Specs-Heli-Armour}} |
+ | ''Examine the survivability of the helicopter. 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 systems.'' | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Modifications and economy === | ||
+ | {{Specs-Economy}} | ||
== Armaments == | == Armaments == | ||
+ | {{Specs-Heli-Armaments}} | ||
=== Offensive armament === | === Offensive armament === | ||
− | ''Describe the offensive armament of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.'' | + | {{Specs-Heli-Offensive}} |
+ | <!-- ''Describe the offensive armament of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.'' --> | ||
+ | {{main|PKA (7.62 mm)}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
+ | |||
+ | * 2 x 7.62 mm PKA machine guns (500 rpg = 1,000 total) | ||
=== Suspended armament === | === Suspended armament === | ||
− | ''Describe the helicopter's suspended armament: additional cannons under the winglets, any | + | {{Specs-Heli-Suspended}} |
+ | <!-- ''Describe the helicopter's suspended armament: additional cannons under the winglets, any bombs, and rockets. Since any helicopter is essentially only a platform for suspended weaponry, this section is significant and deserves your special attention. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' --> | ||
− | + | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance: | |
− | '' | ||
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− | | | + | ! [[S-5K]] rockets |
− | | || | + | | || || || 4, 12 || 4 || 4 || 4, 12 || || || |
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− | | | + | ! [[9M14-2 Malyutka-2]] missiles |
− | | | + | | 1 || 1 || 1 || || || || || 1 || 1 || 1 |
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− | ===Pros and cons=== | + | {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}} |
− | '' | + | {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}} |
+ | * 32 x S-5K rockets + 6 x 9M14-2 Malyutka-2 missiles | ||
+ | * 24 x S-5K rockets | ||
+ | * 16 x S-5K rockets | ||
+ | * 6 x 9M14-2 Malyutka-2 missiles | ||
+ | {{Navigation-End}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Usage in battles == | ||
+ | ''Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter 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).'' | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Pros and cons === | ||
+ | <!-- ''Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".'' --> | ||
'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
− | * | + | |
+ | * Abundant arsenal of rockets and missiles, offering exceptional air-to-ground firepower | ||
+ | * Effective machine guns capable of providing defense against enemy helicopters | ||
'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
− | * | + | |
+ | * Absence of armour, requiring caution to avoid vulnerability to enemy attacks | ||
+ | * Limited secondary armament options, potentially restricting tactical versatility | ||
+ | * Machine guns are ineffective against heavily armoured targets, necessitating alternative approaches for engaging such threats | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
− | ''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the helicopter in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too | + | <!-- ''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the helicopter 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 vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-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>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).'' --> |
+ | [[File:Iar316.jpg|thumb|The IAR-316, alongside with crew members]] | ||
+ | The IAR 316 was a training helicopter produced by the "Industria Aeronautica Românească" (in translation: "Romanian Aeronautics Industry") as a licensed version of the French "Aérospatiale Alouette III" (SA316 Alouette III Light Utility Helicopter). The production of this model started in 1971 at the IAR Factory in Ghimbav, Romania, and it was halted in 1987. A total of 250 helicopters were built, 125 for the Romanian Army, and the rest exported to countries like Pakistan, Angola, and Guinea. Some helicopters were even modified to use 57 mm rockets and Anti-Tank Guided Missiles. | ||
+ | [[File:IAR-317 Skyfox.jpg|thumb|A IAR-317 Skyfox attack helicopter - this is the only example ever made.]] | ||
+ | There was an attempt to convert the original model of IAR 316 into an attack helicopter named IAR 317 "Airfox", however, only 1 prototype was ever built. | ||
+ | {{Clear}} | ||
== Media == | == Media == | ||
− | '' | + | <!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' --> |
+ | |||
+ | ;Skins | ||
+ | * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=iar_316b Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ;Images | ||
+ | <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> | ||
+ | File:SA 316 WTWallpaper 001.jpg | ||
+ | File:SA 316 WTWallpaper 003.jpg | ||
+ | File:SA 316 WTWallpaper 004.jpg | ||
+ | File:SA 316 WTWallpaper 005.jpg | ||
+ | File:SA 316 WTWallpaper 006.jpg | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
− | ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:'' | + | <!-- ''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 | + | * ''reference to the series of the helicopter;'' |
− | * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' | + | * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' --> |
+ | |||
+ | * [[SA 316B Alouette III]] | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
− | ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:'' | + | <!-- ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:'' |
* ''topic on the official game forum;'' | * ''topic on the official game forum;'' | ||
− | * '' | + | * ''other literature.'' --> |
− | * | + | |
+ | * [[wikipedia:IAR 316|[Wikipedia] IAR 316]] | ||
+ | * [https://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/a316sa319alouetteiii/ <nowiki>[airforce-technology]</nowiki> SA316 / SA319 Alouette III Light Utility Helicopter] | ||
+ | {{AirManufacturer IAR}} | ||
{{France helicopters}} | {{France helicopters}} |
Latest revision as of 21:05, 5 September 2023
This page is about the French utility helicopter IAR 316B. For other variants, see Alouette (Family). |
Contents
Description
The IAR 316B was a Romanian-licensed helicopter based on the Aérospatiale SA.316B design. The production started in 1971 in Brasov, Romania, and ended in 1987. The helicopter used the Turbomeca Artouste IIIB engine. It had a two-seat cockpit with a large glass canopy that offered good visibility. The cabin had two doors and could fit up to three passengers. The IAR 316B was adapted to carry Eastern-bloc weapons such as 57 mm rockets, 7.62 mm machine guns, and anti-tank missiles. Out of the 250 units produced, 125 were used by the Romanian military and the rest were sold to other countries such as Pakistan, Angola, and Guinea.
It was introduced as a premium pack in Update 1.87 "Locked On" and was removed from the store after the 2019 Birthday Sale. It shares some similarities with the French SA 316B Alouette III, but also has some advantages. It can equip machine guns for aerial combat, as well as Malyutka-2 ATGMs and S-5K rockets for ground attack. However, it still lacks adequate armour and needs careful piloting to avoid being shot down. The IAR 316B is agile and fast, but the pilot must be aware of its limitations and capabilities in order to survive over the battlefield.
General info
Flight performance
Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 0 m - at sea level) |
Max altitude (metres) | |
---|---|---|---|
AB | RB | ||
Stock | 194 | 182 | 3500 |
Upgraded | 230 | 212 |
Survivability and armour
Examine the survivability of the helicopter. 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 systems.
Modifications and economy
Armaments
Offensive armament
The IAR 316B is armed with:
- 2 x 7.62 mm PKA machine guns (500 rpg = 1,000 total)
Suspended armament
The IAR 316B can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S-5K rockets | 4, 12 | 4 | 4 | 4, 12 | |||||||
9M14-2 Malyutka-2 missiles | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Default weapon presets | |
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Usage in battles
Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter 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).
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Abundant arsenal of rockets and missiles, offering exceptional air-to-ground firepower
- Effective machine guns capable of providing defense against enemy helicopters
Cons:
- Absence of armour, requiring caution to avoid vulnerability to enemy attacks
- Limited secondary armament options, potentially restricting tactical versatility
- Machine guns are ineffective against heavily armoured targets, necessitating alternative approaches for engaging such threats
History
The IAR 316 was a training helicopter produced by the "Industria Aeronautica Românească" (in translation: "Romanian Aeronautics Industry") as a licensed version of the French "Aérospatiale Alouette III" (SA316 Alouette III Light Utility Helicopter). The production of this model started in 1971 at the IAR Factory in Ghimbav, Romania, and it was halted in 1987. A total of 250 helicopters were built, 125 for the Romanian Army, and the rest exported to countries like Pakistan, Angola, and Guinea. Some helicopters were even modified to use 57 mm rockets and Anti-Tank Guided Missiles.
There was an attempt to convert the original model of IAR 316 into an attack helicopter named IAR 317 "Airfox", however, only 1 prototype was ever built.
Media
- Skins
- Images
See also
External links
Romanian Aeronautic Industry (Industria Aeronautică Română) | |
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Aircraft | |
Fighters | IAR-81C |
Helicopters | |
Utility | IAR 316B* |
*Licensed version of Aérospatiale's SA 316B Alouette III helicopter. |
France helicopters | |
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Attack | ▄H-34 · EC-665 Tiger HAD · Tiger HAD Block 2 · EC-665 Tiger HAP |
Utility | IAR 316B · SA 313B Alouette II · SA 316B Alouette III · SA.341F Gazelle · SA.342M Gazelle |