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* 2 x 20 mm B-20S cannons, nose-mounted (100 rpg = 200 total) | * 2 x 20 mm B-20S cannons, nose-mounted (100 rpg = 200 total) | ||
| − | The Yak-3T's armament is similar to that of the [[Yak-9P]], but is unable to change out the N-37 for a B-20M or NS-23 and has a lower rpg than the Yak-9P. The B-20S has a faster fire rate than other | + | The Yak-3T's armament is similar to that of the [[Yak-9P]], but is unable to change out the N-37 for a B-20M or NS-23 and has a lower rpg than the Yak-9P. The B-20S has a faster fire rate than other Soviet 20 mm cannons, so it requires a bit more patience and less trigger time, but are devastating when they hit. However, players will soon realize that the velocity of these guns leave much to be desired, so engaging aircraft in distances at or closer to 600 m is recommended, given their poor ballistics. |
The best belt for the B-20S is the Tracers belt, which is fully FI-T. These belts are able to destroy enemy aircraft with ease, but are able to be seen fairly easily, as they are tracer belts. The N-37 belts are a bit more difficult, the Default and Armored Target belts have full tracers on their belts, whereas the Air Targets belt has one tracer every three rounds. If you want the best of both worlds, go with Default, as it has HEFI-T, HEFI-T, API-T, which is best for all round usage. | The best belt for the B-20S is the Tracers belt, which is fully FI-T. These belts are able to destroy enemy aircraft with ease, but are able to be seen fairly easily, as they are tracer belts. The N-37 belts are a bit more difficult, the Default and Armored Target belts have full tracers on their belts, whereas the Air Targets belt has one tracer every three rounds. If you want the best of both worlds, go with Default, as it has HEFI-T, HEFI-T, API-T, which is best for all round usage. | ||
== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
| − | The Yak-3T has the performance of the Yak-3P and the weapons of the Yak-9P but with a slightly smaller ammunition pool. As such, it should be flown as a Yak-3P, prioritizing engagements below | + | <!-- ''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-3T has the performance of the Yak-3P and the weapons of the Yak-9P but with a slightly smaller ammunition pool. As such, it should be flown as a Yak-3P, prioritizing engagements below 3,000 m with enemies at similar or lower energy states. Engagements with unoccupied A6M/A7Ms and Spitfires is inadvisable, as they have a better climb rate, better turn radius, and great performance at the same altitudes you do. | ||
| − | If Manual Engine Controls (MEC) are enabled, placing the Water and Oil Radiators at 10-15% (5% on winter maps) and Propeller Pitch at 90% is advisable, given the Yak-3 series are less prone to overheating. From takeoff, gain airspeed to roughly 350kph IAS and climb at 20° until around | + | If Manual Engine Controls (MEC) are enabled, placing the Water and Oil Radiators at 10-15% (5% on winter maps) and Propeller Pitch at 90% is advisable, given the Yak-3 series are less prone to overheating. From takeoff, gain airspeed to roughly 350kph IAS and climb at 20° until around 2,500 m, then change to Supercharger 2, levelling off at 3,000 to 3,500 m. German, Japanese, and some American interceptors (P-38/XP-50) will have climbed at or higher than you, so keep an eye out for contrails. |
| − | The Yak-3Ts fantastic armament of the | + | The Yak-3Ts fantastic armament of the 2 x 20 mm B-20S and 1 x 37 mm N-37 are able to destroy enemy fighter aircraft with ease, but also allow the Yak-3T have the ability of bomber hunting, though inadvisable given the Yak-3T's inadequate performance above 4,000 m. |
'''Engaging fighters''' | '''Engaging fighters''' | ||
| − | If an enemy aircraft is higher than you, be prepared to dive as to get the best of the Yak-3s maneuverability, which is at around 550- | + | If an enemy aircraft is higher than you, be prepared to dive as to get the best of the Yak-3s maneuverability, which is at around 550-600 km/h IAS. The Yak-3T has a great roll rate, which allows it to quickly move out of the way of where the enemy fighter would be aiming. With most American aircraft, a simple roll is enough to get them to overshoot, after which a few well placed shots can destroy or critically damage their aircraft. If your shots do not hit, level off and wait for them to finish their climb and reset for another pass. |
If at a similar altitude with another aircraft, emphasize on horizontal turning engagements, as the Yak-3T does poorly in vertical engagements except with few exceptions. If engaging a Japanese or British aircraft, such as the A6M, A7M, or Spitfire, do not try to turn fight with these aircraft, instead extend out and keep your airspeed up. If engaging German or American aircraft, such as the Bf 109, Fw 190, P-51, or P-47, it's recommended to prioritize horizontal engagements and not to let them get onto your rear. | If at a similar altitude with another aircraft, emphasize on horizontal turning engagements, as the Yak-3T does poorly in vertical engagements except with few exceptions. If engaging a Japanese or British aircraft, such as the A6M, A7M, or Spitfire, do not try to turn fight with these aircraft, instead extend out and keep your airspeed up. If engaging German or American aircraft, such as the Bf 109, Fw 190, P-51, or P-47, it's recommended to prioritize horizontal engagements and not to let them get onto your rear. | ||
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'''Bombing hunting''' | '''Bombing hunting''' | ||
| − | As before said, the Yak-3T boasts an armament that is great for engaging bombers. Flying to the bomber's altitude is possible, but is time consuming and has a negative effect on the Yak-3Ts engine power. Instead, fly so that you're around 1. | + | As before said, the Yak-3T boasts an armament that is great for engaging bombers. Flying to the bomber's altitude is possible, but is time consuming and has a negative effect on the Yak-3Ts engine power. Instead, fly so that you're around 1.5 km below the bomber in level flight, where the gunners are weakest and have the hardest time aiming. The velocity of your guns is poor, so it is necessary to lead a bit farther than to be expected. Aim for the bomber's more vital or fragile areas, such as their wings, engines, tail, or cockpit if at all possible. |
=== Manual Engine Control === | === Manual Engine Control === | ||
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=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
| − | * Great armament of | + | * Great armament of 2 x 20 mm and 1 x 37 mm cannons |
| − | * Great engine performance below | + | * Great engine performance below 3,000 m |
* Light airframe - good for dogfighting most aircraft | * Light airframe - good for dogfighting most aircraft | ||
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* Low stall speed compared to most aircraft that will be found in the BR | * Low stall speed compared to most aircraft that will be found in the BR | ||
* Good acceleration | * Good acceleration | ||
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'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
| − | * Low ammo count for all three weapons, | + | * Low ammo count for all three weapons, 25 rpg for the N-37 and 100 rpg for the B-20S |
| − | * Poor performance above | + | * Poor performance above 3,500 m, inadvisable to dogfight above or at altitude |
* Prone to catching on fire | * Prone to catching on fire | ||
* No WEP | * No WEP | ||
| − | * Low top speed ( | + | * Low top speed (685 km/h) |
| − | * The N-37 and B-20S have low velocities compared to other | + | * The N-37 and B-20S have low velocities compared to other Soviet 20 mm cannons, making aiming difficult to inexperienced pilots |
== History == | == History == | ||
Latest revision as of 03:16, 6 August 2024
| This page is about the Soviet fighter Yak-3T. For other versions, see Yak-3 (Family). |
Contents
Description
The Yak-3T is a premium gift rank IV Soviet fighter with a battle rating of 5.3 (AB), 5.0 (RB), and 5.7 (SB). It was introduced during Update 1.67 "Assault" as a reward for the 2017 War Thunder Chronicles event.
General info
Flight performance
| Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 4,200 m) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
| Stock | 625 | 606 | 10400 | 19.8 | 20.5 | 17.8 | 17.8 | 360 |
| Upgraded | 666 | 646 | 18.4 | 18.9 | 23.9 | 21.1 | ||
Details
| Features | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
| X | X | ✓ | X | X |
| Limits | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
| Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
| 685 | 320 | N/A | N/A | 320 | ~12 | ~9 |
| Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
| < 380 | < 420 | < 490 | > 340 |
Survivability and armour
- 64 mm bulletproof glass - Behind pilot
Modifications and economy
2 × 90 / 230 / 410 % 2 × 160 / 160 / 160 % | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||||||||||||||||
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Armaments
Offensive armament
The Yak-3T is armed with:
- 1 x 37 mm N-37 cannon, nose-mounted (25 rpg)
- 2 x 20 mm B-20S cannons, nose-mounted (100 rpg = 200 total)
The Yak-3T's armament is similar to that of the Yak-9P, but is unable to change out the N-37 for a B-20M or NS-23 and has a lower rpg than the Yak-9P. The B-20S has a faster fire rate than other Soviet 20 mm cannons, so it requires a bit more patience and less trigger time, but are devastating when they hit. However, players will soon realize that the velocity of these guns leave much to be desired, so engaging aircraft in distances at or closer to 600 m is recommended, given their poor ballistics.
The best belt for the B-20S is the Tracers belt, which is fully FI-T. These belts are able to destroy enemy aircraft with ease, but are able to be seen fairly easily, as they are tracer belts. The N-37 belts are a bit more difficult, the Default and Armored Target belts have full tracers on their belts, whereas the Air Targets belt has one tracer every three rounds. If you want the best of both worlds, go with Default, as it has HEFI-T, HEFI-T, API-T, which is best for all round usage.
Usage in battles
The Yak-3T has the performance of the Yak-3P and the weapons of the Yak-9P but with a slightly smaller ammunition pool. As such, it should be flown as a Yak-3P, prioritizing engagements below 3,000 m with enemies at similar or lower energy states. Engagements with unoccupied A6M/A7Ms and Spitfires is inadvisable, as they have a better climb rate, better turn radius, and great performance at the same altitudes you do.
If Manual Engine Controls (MEC) are enabled, placing the Water and Oil Radiators at 10-15% (5% on winter maps) and Propeller Pitch at 90% is advisable, given the Yak-3 series are less prone to overheating. From takeoff, gain airspeed to roughly 350kph IAS and climb at 20° until around 2,500 m, then change to Supercharger 2, levelling off at 3,000 to 3,500 m. German, Japanese, and some American interceptors (P-38/XP-50) will have climbed at or higher than you, so keep an eye out for contrails.
The Yak-3Ts fantastic armament of the 2 x 20 mm B-20S and 1 x 37 mm N-37 are able to destroy enemy fighter aircraft with ease, but also allow the Yak-3T have the ability of bomber hunting, though inadvisable given the Yak-3T's inadequate performance above 4,000 m.
Engaging fighters
If an enemy aircraft is higher than you, be prepared to dive as to get the best of the Yak-3s maneuverability, which is at around 550-600 km/h IAS. The Yak-3T has a great roll rate, which allows it to quickly move out of the way of where the enemy fighter would be aiming. With most American aircraft, a simple roll is enough to get them to overshoot, after which a few well placed shots can destroy or critically damage their aircraft. If your shots do not hit, level off and wait for them to finish their climb and reset for another pass.
If at a similar altitude with another aircraft, emphasize on horizontal turning engagements, as the Yak-3T does poorly in vertical engagements except with few exceptions. If engaging a Japanese or British aircraft, such as the A6M, A7M, or Spitfire, do not try to turn fight with these aircraft, instead extend out and keep your airspeed up. If engaging German or American aircraft, such as the Bf 109, Fw 190, P-51, or P-47, it's recommended to prioritize horizontal engagements and not to let them get onto your rear.
Bombing hunting
As before said, the Yak-3T boasts an armament that is great for engaging bombers. Flying to the bomber's altitude is possible, but is time consuming and has a negative effect on the Yak-3Ts engine power. Instead, fly so that you're around 1.5 km below the bomber in level flight, where the gunners are weakest and have the hardest time aiming. The velocity of your guns is poor, so it is necessary to lead a bit farther than to be expected. Aim for the bomber's more vital or fragile areas, such as their wings, engines, tail, or cockpit if at all possible.
Manual Engine Control
| MEC elements | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
| Oil | Water | Type | ||||
| Controllable | Controllable Not auto controlled |
Controllable Auto control available |
Controllable Auto control available |
Separate | Controllable 2 gears |
Not controllable |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Great armament of 2 x 20 mm and 1 x 37 mm cannons
- Great engine performance below 3,000 m
- Light airframe - good for dogfighting most aircraft
- Low stall speed compared to most aircraft that will be found in the BR
- Good acceleration
- One of the faster aircraft in the BR bracket
- Fantastic roll rate
- Good energy retention
Cons:
- Low ammo count for all three weapons, 25 rpg for the N-37 and 100 rpg for the B-20S
- Poor performance above 3,500 m, inadvisable to dogfight above or at altitude
- Prone to catching on fire
- No WEP
- Low top speed (685 km/h)
- The N-37 and B-20S have low velocities compared to other Soviet 20 mm cannons, making aiming difficult to inexperienced pilots
History
The idea to produce a new fighter for the Red Army Air Force went as far back as 1941. It was then that the Yakovlev Design Bureau presented the I-30 prototype, intended an alternative to the earlier Yak-1 design. However, the German invasion of the USSR, as well as aluminium shortages, meant that the project had to be put on hold. Yakovlev resumed the development in 1943 while working on an upgraded version of the Yak-1 fighter. This time, it was decided that a new aircraft should be produced to completely replace the Yak-1 and Yak-7 models.
By September 1943, yet another improved variant was ready, designated Yak-1M Dubler, on which the canvas skin on the tail section was replaced with 2mm plywood, and oil and water radiators were improved. The Dubler also had a new mastless antenna, a ring sight instead of a reflector sight, improved armour and a new propeller. Test pilots were impressed by the new prototype. Their report stated in part: "Yak-1M possessed excellent horizontal, and especially vertical, manoeuvrability. Top speed greatly improved compared to earlier serial-production Yaks. Despite the improved performance, the aircraft remains easy to fly and does not require extensive pilot training."
The new machine was dubbed as the Yak-3 and entered service with the Red Army Air Force in 1944. The Yak-3 was a further modification of the Yak-1, produced in 1944 and 1945, with a total of 4,848 built, and considered one of the best fighters of the war.
The new fighter quickly became very popular with Soviet pilots. They highly praised its solid armament of two Berezin UBS 12.7 mm machine guns and one ShVAK 20 mm cannon as well as ease of piloting and superb low-altitude performance. Marcel Albert, the top scoring French ace of World War II, cited the Yak-3 as one of the best fighters of the war, along with the P-51 Mustang and the Supermarine Spitfire. After the war, the Yak-3 was also used by the Air Forces of Socialist Yugoslavia and Poland.[1]
The Yak-3P was produced from April 1945 until mid-1946, armed with 3 x 20 mm Berezin B-20 cannon with 120 rounds for the middle cannon and 130 RPG for the side weapons. The three-cannon armament with full ammunition load was actually 11 kg (24 lb) lighter than that of a standard Yak-3, and the one-second burst mass of 3.52 kg (7.74 lb) was greater than that of most contemporary fighters. Starting in August 1945, all Yak-3 were produced in the Yak-3P configuration with a total of 596 built.
Media
- Skins
- Videos
See also
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 aircraft;
- links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.
External links
- [Devblog] WW2 Chronicles vehicles: Yak-3T (USSR)
- Official data sheet - more details about the performance
References
| A.S. Yakovlev Design Bureau (Яковлев Опытное конструкторское бюро) | |
|---|---|
| Fighters | |
| Yak-1 | Yak-1 · Yak-1B |
| Yak-3 | Yak-3 · Eremin's Yak-3(e) · Yak-3 (VK-107) · Yak-3P · Yak-3T · Yak-3U |
| Yak-7 | Yak-7B |
| Yak-9 | Yak-9 · Yak-9B · Yak-9K · Golovachev's Yak-9M · Yak-9P · Yak-9T · Yak-9U · Yak-9UT |
| Twin-engine fighters | I-29 |
| Jet fighters | |
| Yak-15 | Yak-15P · Yak-15 |
| Yak-17 | Yak-17 |
| Yak-23 | Yak-23 |
| Yak-30 | Yak-30D |
| Yak-141 | Yak-141 |
| Strike aircraft | |
| Yak-2 | Yak-2 KABB |
| Yak-38 | Yak-38 · Yak-38M |
| Bombers | Yak-4 |
| Jet bombers | Yak-28B |
| Foreign use | ▄Yak-3 · Challe's ▄Yak-9T · ◔Yak-9P |
| Captured | ▀Yak-1B |
| USSR fighters | |
|---|---|
| I-15 | I-15 WR · I-15 M-22 · I-15 M-25 · I-15bis · Krasnolutsky's I-15bis |
| I-153 M-62 · Zhukovsky's I-153-M62 · I-153P | |
| I-16 | I-16 type 5 · I-16 type 10 · I-16 type 18 · I-16 type 24 · I-16 type 27 · I-16 type 28 · I-180S |
| I-29 | I-29 |
| I-185 | I-185 (M-71) · I-185 (M-82) |
| I-225 | I-225 |
| ITP | ITP (M-1) |
| MiG-3 | MiG-3-15 · MiG-3-15 (BK) · MiG-3-34 |
| LaGG | I-301 · LaGG-3-4 · LaGG-3-8 · LaGG-3-11 · LaGG-3-23 · LaGG-3-34 · LaGG-3-35 · LaGG-3-66 |
| La | La-5 · La-5F · La-5FN · La-7 · Dolgushin's La-7 · La-7B-20 · La-9 · La-11 |
| Yak-1/7 | Yak-1 · Yak-1B · Yak-7B |
| Yak-3 | Yak-3 · Eremin's Yak-3(e) · Yak-3P · Yak-3T · Yak-3U · Yak-3 (VK-107) |
| Yak-9 | Yak-9 · Yak-9B · Golovachev's Yak-9M · Yak-9T · Yak-9K · Yak-9U · Yak-9UT · Yak-9P |
| Other countries | ▂P-40E-1 · ▂P-47D-27 · ▂Hurricane Mk IIB · ▂Fw 190 D-9 · ▂Spitfire Mk IXc |
| P-39 | ▂P-39K-1 · ▂Pokryshkin's P-39N-0 · ▂P-39Q-15 |
| P-63 | ▂P-63A-5 · ▂P-63A-10 · ▂P-63C-5 |
| USSR premium aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Fighters | Krasnolutsky's I-15bis · I-16 type 28 · Zhukovsky's I-153-M62 · I-153P · I-180S · I-301 · ITP (M-1) |
| LaGG-3-4 · LaGG-3-23 · LaGG-3-34 · Dolgushin's La-7 · La-11 | |
| Eremin's Yak-3(e) · Yak-3 (VK-107) · Yak-3T · Golovachev's Yak-9M | |
| ▂P-39K-1 · ▂Pokryshkin's P-39N-0 · ▂P-39Q-15 · ▂P-40E-1 · ▂P-47D-27 · ▂P-63A-5 · ▂P-63A-10 · ▂P-63C-5 | |
| ▂Hurricane Mk IIB · ▂Spitfire Mk IXc · ▂Fw 190 D-9 | |
| Twin-engine fighters | I-29 |
| Jet fighters | Su-11 · MiG-15bis ISh · MiG-17AS · MiG-21S (R-13-300) · MiG-23ML |
| Strike aircraft | IL-2M "Avenger" · IL-2 M-82 · IL-8 (1944) · Su-6 · Tandem MAI · TIS MA · Su-8 · Tu-1 |
| Yak-38 · Su-7BMK · Su-25K · Su-39 | |
| Bombers | Po-2M · Be-6 · MBR-2-M-34 · Pe-2-205 · TB-3M-17-32 |
| ▂PBY-5A Catalina · ▂Hampden TB Mk I · ▂A-20G-30 · ▂B-25J-30 | |
