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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
 
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The Mirage F1CT is a ground-attack version of the Mirage F1, a French-made fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation. Originally designed as an air-superiority aircraft, the Mirage F1CT variant was adapted for ground-attack missions after the Mirage F1s were replaced in the air-to-air role by more modern aircraft. The F1CT is equipped with advanced avionics, navigation systems, and weapon systems tailored for close air support and interdiction missions. Its armament includes a mix of rockets, guided bombs, and missiles. Although no longer at the forefront of the French Air Force's fleet, the Mirage F1CT has seen action in various conflicts and is known for its reliability and adaptability.
 
The Mirage F1CT is a ground-attack version of the Mirage F1, a French-made fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation. Originally designed as an air-superiority aircraft, the Mirage F1CT variant was adapted for ground-attack missions after the Mirage F1s were replaced in the air-to-air role by more modern aircraft. The F1CT is equipped with advanced avionics, navigation systems, and weapon systems tailored for close air support and interdiction missions. Its armament includes a mix of rockets, guided bombs, and missiles. Although no longer at the forefront of the French Air Force's fleet, the Mirage F1CT has seen action in various conflicts and is known for its reliability and adaptability.
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French jet fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Danger Zone"]].
 
  
 
== General info ==
 
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== History ==
 
== History ==
 
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'''''Mirage F1: History and Combat Usage'''''
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'''''Creation:''' The Mirage F1 was born out of Dassault Aviation's efforts in the 1960s to develop an aircraft that could serve as a complement to their iconic delta-winged Mirage III. Instead of the delta wing design, the F1 adopted a traditional swept wing. This design choice made the aircraft more versatile in terms of range and low-altitude performance.''
 
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''The Mirage F1's maiden flight took place in 1966. Its design was focused on simplicity, ruggedness, and efficiency. Compared to its predecessor, the Mirage F1 had a superior range, better low-altitude flying capabilities, and could achieve higher speeds at low altitudes. Its versatility meant that it could perform both air-to-air and ground-attack missions.''
 
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'''''Combat Usage:''' The Mirage F1 saw extensive service with the French Air Force and was exported to many countries, seeing action in various conflicts.''
 
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# '''''Western Sahara:''' The Mirage F1 saw its first combat action in the mid-1970s during the Western Sahara War. The French supported Mauritania and Morocco against Polisario Front rebels.''
 
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# '''''Chad-Libya conflict:''' In the 1980s, Mirage F1s of the French Air Force saw action in Chad during the conflict with Libya, where they were used in the ground-attack role.''
 
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# '''''Iran-Iraq War:''' The Mirage F1 was also extensively used by Iraq during the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s. The aircraft saw action in both air-to-air combat and ground-attack missions. Iraqi Mirage F1s even claimed several air-to-air victories against Iranian aircraft.''
 
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# '''''Gulf War:''' During the 1991 Gulf War, Iraq's Mirage F1s were deployed in defense against Coalition forces, though with limited success due to the overwhelming air superiority of the Coalition.''
 
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# '''''Balkans:''' The French deployed the Mirage F1 in the Balkans during the 1990s conflicts, where they performed reconnaissance and ground-attack missions.''
 
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# '''''Mirage F1CT:''' As the need for a dedicated ground-attack version of the Mirage F1 became apparent, the Mirage F1CT was developed. This variant was equipped with updated avionics and weapon systems to better suit ground-attack roles. The Mirage F1CT was also involved in NATO operations over the former Yugoslavia.''
 
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'''''Retirement and Further Usage:''' By the 21st century, the Mirage F1 was beginning to show its age. More advanced aircraft like the Rafale began replacing it in frontline service in the French Air Force. However, the Mirage F1 did not disappear entirely. Some were sold to other countries, while others found a second life in the private sector as aggressor aircraft for training purposes.''
 
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''In summary, the Mirage F1 has had a long and distinguished service record. Over its operational life, it has been involved in various conflicts around the world, testifying to its capabilities and adaptability.''
 
  
 
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Mirage F1CT
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Mirage F1CT

Description

The Mirage F1CT is a rank French jet fighter with a battle rating of (AB), (RB), and (SB). It was introduced in Update "Danger Zone".

The Mirage F1CT is a ground-attack version of the Mirage F1, a French-made fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation. Originally designed as an air-superiority aircraft, the Mirage F1CT variant was adapted for ground-attack missions after the Mirage F1s were replaced in the air-to-air role by more modern aircraft. The F1CT is equipped with advanced avionics, navigation systems, and weapon systems tailored for close air support and interdiction missions. Its armament includes a mix of rockets, guided bombs, and missiles. Although no longer at the forefront of the French Air Force's fleet, the Mirage F1CT has seen action in various conflicts and is known for its reliability and adaptability.

General info

Flight performance

Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 12,000 m) 		Max altitude
(metres) 		Turn time
(seconds) 		Rate of climb
(metres/second) 		Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 2,156 2,118 28.3 28.8 128.6 122.6 750
Upgraded 2,300 2,228 26.2 27.0 183.9 155.0

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear Drogue chute
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ X ✓
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
1,457 555 549 416 ~__ ~__
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< 650 < 800 < 900 -

Engine performance

Engine Aircraft mass
Engine name Number Basic mass Wing loading (full fuel)
SNECMA Atar 9K-50 1 8,036 kg ___ kg/m2
Engine characteristics Mass with fuel (no weapons load) Max Gross
Weight
Weight (each) Type 13m fuel 20m fuel 30m fuel 44m fuel
1,590 kg Afterburning axial-flow turbojet 9,058 kg 9,581 kg 10,354 kg 11,443 kg 16,635 kg
Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB) Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP)
Condition 100% WEP 13m fuel 20m fuel 30m fuel 44m fuel MGW
Stationary 4,890 kgf 6,801 kgf 0.75 0.71 0.66 0.59 0.41
Optimal 5,917 kgf
(1,200 - 1,400 km/h) 		9,875 kgf
(1,200 km/h) 		1.09 1.03 0.95 0.86 0.59

Survivability and armour

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Modifications and economy

Armaments

Ballistic Computer
CCIP (Guns) CCIP (Rockets) CCIP (Bombs) CCRP (Bombs)
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Offensive armament

Main article: DEFA 553 (30 mm)

The Mirage F1CT is armed with:

  • A choice between two presets:
    • 1 x 30 mm DEFA 553 cannon, belly-mounted (135 rpg)
    • 1 x 30 mm DEFA 553 cannon + 252 x countermeasures

Suspended armament

The Mirage F1CT can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Hardpoints Mirage F1C.png
500 lb SAMP Mk 82 bombs 1 1, 2 1, 4 1, 2 1
250 kg SAMP Type 25 bombs 1 1 1 1 1
250 kg SAMP Type 25 200 bombs 1 1 1 1 1
400 kg SAMP Type 21 bombs 1 1 1, 4 1 1
400 kg SAMP Type 21 200 bombs 1 1 1, 4 1 1
1,000 lb SAMP Mk 83 bombs 1 1 1, 2 1 1
2,000 lb SAMP Mk 84 bombs 1 1, 2 1
SNEB type 23 rockets 18, 36 18, 36 18, 36 18, 36
Matra R530 missiles 1 1
Matra R530E missiles 1 1
Matra R550 Magic 2 missiles 1 1
Matra Super 530F missiles 1 1
Maximum permissible weight imbalance: 950 kg
Default weapon presets
  • Without load
  • 72 x SNEB type 23 rockets
  • 144 x SNEB type 23 rockets
  • 10 x 500 lb SAMP Mk 82 bombs (5,000 lb total)
  • 5 x 250 kg SAMP Type 25 200 bombs (1,250 kg total)
  • 8 x 400 kg SAMP Type 21 bombs (3,200 kg total)
  • 8 x 400 kg SAMP Type 21 200 bombs (3,200 kg total)
  • 6 x 1,000 lb SAMP Mk 83 bombs (6,000 lb total)
  • 3 x 2,000 lb SAMP Mk 84 bombs (6,000 lb total)
  • 2 x Matra R550 Magic 2 missiles
  • 2 x Matra R530E missiles
  • 2 x Matra R530 missiles
  • 2 x Matra Super 530F missiles

Usage in battles

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Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Stock Magic 2 missiles
  • Super 530F missiles
  • Great manoeuvrability
  • 252 countermeasures

Cons:

  • Only one DEFA 553 cannon

History

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Media

Skins

See also

Related development

External links

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  • topic on the official game forum;
  • other literature.


Dassault Aviation
WW2* 
Fighters  M.B.152C1 · M.B.157
Bombers  M.B.162 · M.B.174A-3 · M.B.175T
Jet Aircraft 
M.D 450  M.D.450B Barougan · M.D.450B Ouragan
Mystère  M.D.452 IIA · M.D.452 IIC · Mystere IVA
Super Mystère  Super Mystere B2
Étendard  Etendard IVM
Super Étendard  Super Etendard
Alpha Jet  Alpha Jet E**
Mirage 
Mirage III  Mirage IIIC · Mirage IIIE · Milan
Mirage V  Mirage 5F
Mirage F1  Mirage F1C · Mirage F1C-200 · Mirage F1CT
Mirage 2000  Mirage 2000-5F · Mirage 2000C-S4 · Mirage 2000C-S5 · Mirage 2000D-R1 · Mirage 2000D-RMV
Mirage 4000  Mirage 4000
Export 
M.D 450  M.D.450B Ouragan
Mystere  Mystere IVA
Super Mystère  Sambad · Sa'ar***
Mirage  Shahak · ▄Mirage 5BA · ␗Mirage 2000-5Ei
  *The company was named "Société des Avions Marcel Bloch" before being renamed in 1947
  **Jointly manufactured with Dornier Flugzeugwerke
  ***Israeli Super Mystère refitted with new avionics and an American engine
See also  SABCA

France jet aircraft
Fighters  M.D.450B Ouragan · M.D.450B Barougan · M.D.452 IIA · M.D.452 IIC · Mystere IVA · Super Mystere B2
  ▄F-86K · ▄F-100D · ▄F-8E(FN)
  Mirage IIIC · Mirage IIIE · Milan · Mirage 5F · Mirage 2000C-S4 · Mirage 2000C-S5 · Mirage 2000-5F · Mirage 4000
  Mirage F1C · Mirage F1C-200 · Mirage F1CT
Strike aircraft  ▄F-84F · F-84F IAF · ▄F-84G-26-RE
  Etendard IVM · Super Etendard · Alpha Jet E
  Jaguar A · Jaguar E · Mirage 2000D-R1 · Mirage 2000D-RMV
Bombers  S.O.4050 Vautour IIA · Vautour IIA IDF/AF · S.O.4050 Vautour IIB · S.O.4050 Vautour IIN · S.O.4050 Vautour IIN (late)
Belgium  ▄Meteor F Mk.8 · ▄Mirage 5BA · ▄F-104G · ▄F-16A · ▄F-16AM
Netherlands  ◘Sea Hawk Mk.50 · ◘Hunter F.6

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