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== Description == | == Description == | ||
− | ''In the description, the first part needs to 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 screenshot of the vehicle. If the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle it is talking about.'' | + | <!--''In the description, the first part needs to 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 screenshot of the vehicle. If the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle it is talking about.''--> |
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+ | [[File:GarageImage_Mustang_Mk_IA_Great_Britain.jpg|420px|thumb|left]] | ||
+ | {{break}} | ||
+ | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium Rank {{Specs|rank}} British fighter {{Battle-rating|4}}. It was in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.29. It costs 1,850 Golden Eagles. | ||
+ | The Mustang Mk IA is equipped in the same manner as the American [[P-51|original P-51]] with four 20 mm cannons in the wing and Allison engine. The Mustang Mk IA takes on a two-tone desert camouflage as default with a light blue underbelly, making it quite distinguishable in the airspace. Distinguishable identifications towards the Royal Air Force are seen with roundels on the wings and rear fuselage, with a red, white, blue fin flash. | ||
== General info == | == General info == | ||
=== Flight Performance === | === Flight Performance === | ||
− | ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, maneuverability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' | + | <!--''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, maneuverability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''--> |
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="8" | Characteristics | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="8" | ''Stock'' | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 5,200 m) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Take-off run<br>(meters) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | 591 || ? || 8,839 || 21.6 || ??.? || 6.4 || ??.? || 491 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded'' | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 5,200 m) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Max altitude (meters) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Take-off run (meters) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | ? || ? || 8,839 || ??.? || ??.? || ?.? || ?.? || 491 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====Details==== | ||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="5" | Features | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Combat flap | ||
+ | ! Take-off flap | ||
+ | ! Landing flap | ||
+ | ! Air brakes | ||
+ | ! Arrestor gear | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X <!-- ✓ --> | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="5" | Limits | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Combat flap<br> (km/h) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! + | ||
+ | ! - | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | 845 || 295 || 652 || ~15 || ~8 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Ailerons<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Rudder<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Elevators<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Radiator<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | < 600 || < 425 || < 440 || > 210 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" | Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" | Setting 1 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Optimal altitude | ||
+ | ! 100% Engine power | ||
+ | ! WEP Engine power | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | 3,597 m || 1,150 hp || 1,599 hp | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | <!--! colspan="3" | Setting 2 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Optimal altitude | ||
+ | ! 100% Engine power | ||
+ | ! WEP Engine power | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | ?,??? m || ?,??? hp || ?,??? hp | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" | Setting 3 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Optimal altitude | ||
+ | ! 100% Engine power | ||
+ | ! WEP Engine power | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | ?,??? m || ?,??? hp || ?,??? hp | ||
+ | |- --> | ||
+ | |} | ||
=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and 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. Describe the armour, if there is any, also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.'' | + | <!--''Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured. Describe the armour, if there is any, also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.''--> |
+ | * 38 mm Bulletproof glass - Armored windscreen | ||
+ | * 6.35 mm Steel plate in front of the engine | ||
+ | * 6.35 mm Steel plate between the engine and pilot | ||
+ | * 11.11 mm Steel plate behind the pilot | ||
== Armaments == | == Armaments == | ||
=== Offensive armament === | === Offensive armament === | ||
− | ''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.'' | + | <!--''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 Mk.II (20 mm)}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
− | === Suspended armament === | + | * 4 x 20 mm Hispano Mk.II cannon, wing-mounted (125 rpg = 500 total) |
+ | |||
+ | <!--=== Suspended armament === | ||
''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' | ''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' | ||
+ | ''Main article: '''[[:Category:Suspended armaments|Bombs]]''''' | ||
=== Defensive armament === | === Defensive armament === | ||
''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available remove this subsection.'' | ''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available remove this subsection.'' | ||
+ | --> | ||
+ | == Usage in the battles == | ||
+ | <!--''Describe the tactics of playing in an aircraft, the features of using vehicles in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but 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 Mustang Mk-1A is similar to its bigger brother (or in some ways smaller) in the fact that it carries many good and bad traits. Interestingly, it inherits much of the advantages of the P-51D while adding some of its own good characteristics. High altitude performance is miserable, but it won't get their any time soon with the sluggish climb rate. Top speed is very good, yet achieving it can take some time due the slow acceleration. Low-alt manoeuvrability is decent. | ||
+ | |||
+ | The Mk-1A is equipped with four Hispano 20 mm cannons, making it a formidable firing platform. However, these cannon will run out of ammo, due to the sparse 125 rpg. They will jam quickly too. Take advantage of the cannon though, because when compared to other nation's counterparts the MK-1A can make rapid kills of any plane. Air targets belts are recommended for experienced players; they possess the most HE shells out of any belt, but lack tracers. Unlike in the [[Typhoon Mk 1b /Late|Typhoon]] series the guns on the Mustang are mounted in close proximity, dealing a deadly double punch when hitting. Very similar to the [[Spitfire Mk Vc|Spitfire Mk.Vc]] which has 5 rounds per gun less than the Mustang. | ||
+ | |||
+ | Unfortunately, the Mustang Mk-1A is not a great Boom & Zoom fighter nor a great turn-fighter; it is a trade-off between the great high-altitude performance of the P-51D and its own average all-altitude performance. The top speed is only middling, although top speed and dive-speed are excellent. Climb rate is relatively poor, at only 13 m/s. To top that off, it has an average turn-rate as well. Thus, the Mk-1A is a great plane for head on's, tail-end combat, and in very few cases, turn fighting. At low altitudes, turning is very snappy provided you have the speed. The engine is prone to overheating relatively (and annoyingly) quickly in realistic and simulator battles. Additionally, small amount of damage taken by the engine can result in its destruction, which is relatively annoying while attacking bombers. Additionally the cockpit is a great downfall, as it provides poor visibility. | ||
− | + | A Mustang with altitude is a dangerous Mustang. Try to take out a Mustang, you must do what you can to rob it of it's altitude advantage by either climbing above it or bringing it down to the Earth. The latter can be easily done if the Mustang pilot is aggressive and will eagerly tail an enticing target in a dive down to low altitude. In this case, one can rely on bleeding the Mustang of its speed as it pursues its target or when it returns to a climb and use this opportunity to pounce the Mustang. | |
− | + | ||
+ | ===Manual Engine Control=== | ||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="7" | MEC elements | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Mixer | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Pitch | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" |Radiator | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Supercharger | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Turbocharger | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Oil | ||
+ | ! Water | ||
+ | ! Type | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Separate || rowspan="2" | Not ontrollable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Modules=== | ||
+ | {| class="wikitable" | ||
+ | !colspan = "1"| Tier | ||
+ | !colspan = "2"| Flight performance | ||
+ | !colspan = "1"| Survivability | ||
+ | !colspan = "2"| Weaponry | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | I | ||
+ | | Fuselage Repair | ||
+ | | Radiator | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | II | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | Compressor | ||
+ | | Airframe | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | III | ||
+ | | Wings Repair | ||
+ | | Engine | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | IV | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | Engine Injecton | ||
+ | | Cover | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
− | ''Summarize and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Do not use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - they have a substitution in the form of softer "inadequate", "effective".'' | + | <!--''Summarize and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Do not use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - they have a substitution in the form of softer "inadequate", "effective".''--> |
'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
− | * | + | * Punishing armament of four Hispano Mk. II |
+ | * Amazing acceleration at low altitude | ||
+ | * Good top speed | ||
+ | * Good maneuverability (roll+pitch) at high speed (max @ 600 kph) | ||
+ | * High energy retention in level flight | ||
+ | * Decent climb rate, until 3,000 m | ||
+ | * Great RP and reward bonus due to premium status | ||
'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
− | * | + | * Rather low ammo, with 125 rpg |
+ | * Loses a lot of energy in sustained turns | ||
+ | * Poor engine performance at alt > 4,000 m | ||
+ | * Engine overheats rather quickly | ||
+ | * Poor backward visibility in simulator mode due to cockpit design | ||
+ | * No G-Suit, can black out easily in high speed manoeuvres | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
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== Media == | == Media == | ||
− | ''An excellent addition to the article will be video guides, as well as screenshots from the game and photos.'' | + | <!--''An excellent addition to the article will be video guides, as well as screenshots from the game and photos.''--> |
+ | *'''Skins''' and '''camouflages''' for the British Mustang Mk.I from live.warthunder.com. There are two search terms currently in use:<br />* * [http://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?q=%23mustangmk1a #mustangmk1a] and the very similar | ||
+ | * [http://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?q=%23mustang_ia #mustang_ia], but both will show very different selection of skins, so browse through both. | ||
+ | **[http://live.warthunder.com/post/48123/ '''"North American Mustang I from No. 309 Polish Fighter-Reconnaissance Squadron - 1942"''' by ''DarkSoul79''] | ||
+ | **[http://live.warthunder.com/post/18961/ '''"RAF 613 Squadron Bedfordshire, England 1942"''' by ''BombMarley''] | ||
+ | **[http://live.warthunder.com/post/93265/ '''Tuskegee airmen – Daisy Mae''' by ''cambridge79''] | ||
+ | **[http://live.warthunder.com/post/93182/ '''Tuskegee airmen – Alice-Jo''' by ''cambridge79''] | ||
+ | **[http://live.warthunder.com/post/70392/ '''"A Fictional P-51A Dirty camoflage for Desert terrains"''' by ''Hueynam1234''] | ||
== Read also == | == Read also == | ||
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* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;'' | * ''reference to the series of the aircraft;'' | ||
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' | * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' | ||
− | ''ETC.'' | + | <!--''ETC.''--> |
== Sources == | == Sources == | ||
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* ''page on aircraft encyclopedia;'' | * ''page on aircraft encyclopedia;'' | ||
* ''other literature.'' | * ''other literature.'' | ||
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+ | {{Britain fighters}} |
Revision as of 13:14, 10 December 2018
Contents
This page is about the aircraft Mustang Mk IA (Great Britain). For other uses, see P-51 (Disambiguation) |
Description
The ▄Mustang Mk IA is a premium Rank III British fighter
with a battle rating of 4.0 (AB/SB) and 3.7 (RB). It was in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.29. It costs 1,850 Golden Eagles.
The Mustang Mk IA is equipped in the same manner as the American original P-51 with four 20 mm cannons in the wing and Allison engine. The Mustang Mk IA takes on a two-tone desert camouflage as default with a light blue underbelly, making it quite distinguishable in the airspace. Distinguishable identifications towards the Royal Air Force are seen with roundels on the wings and rear fuselage, with a red, white, blue fin flash.
General info
Flight Performance
Characteristics | |||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stock | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 5,200 m) |
Max altitude (meters) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
591 | ? | 8,839 | 21.6 | ??.? | 6.4 | ??.? | 491 |
Upgraded | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 5,200 m) |
Max altitude (meters) | Turn time (seconds) | Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
? | ? | 8,839 | ??.? | ??.? | ?.? | ?.? | 491 |
Details
Features | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Combat flap | Take-off flap | Landing flap | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
Limits | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Wing-break speed (km/h) |
Gear limit (km/h) |
Combat flap (km/h) |
Max Static G | |
+ | - | |||
845 | 295 | 652 | ~15 | ~8 |
Optimal velocities | |||
---|---|---|---|
Ailerons (km/h) |
Rudder (km/h) |
Elevators (km/h) |
Radiator (km/h) |
< 600 | < 425 | < 440 | > 210 |
Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
---|---|---|
Setting 1 | ||
Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
3,597 m | 1,150 hp | 1,599 hp |
Survivability and armour
- 38 mm Bulletproof glass - Armored windscreen
- 6.35 mm Steel plate in front of the engine
- 6.35 mm Steel plate between the engine and pilot
- 11.11 mm Steel plate behind the pilot
Armaments
Offensive armament
The Mustang Mk IA (Great Britain) is armed with:
- 4 x 20 mm Hispano Mk.II cannon, wing-mounted (125 rpg = 500 total)
Usage in the battles
The Mustang Mk-1A is similar to its bigger brother (or in some ways smaller) in the fact that it carries many good and bad traits. Interestingly, it inherits much of the advantages of the P-51D while adding some of its own good characteristics. High altitude performance is miserable, but it won't get their any time soon with the sluggish climb rate. Top speed is very good, yet achieving it can take some time due the slow acceleration. Low-alt manoeuvrability is decent.
The Mk-1A is equipped with four Hispano 20 mm cannons, making it a formidable firing platform. However, these cannon will run out of ammo, due to the sparse 125 rpg. They will jam quickly too. Take advantage of the cannon though, because when compared to other nation's counterparts the MK-1A can make rapid kills of any plane. Air targets belts are recommended for experienced players; they possess the most HE shells out of any belt, but lack tracers. Unlike in the Typhoon series the guns on the Mustang are mounted in close proximity, dealing a deadly double punch when hitting. Very similar to the Spitfire Mk.Vc which has 5 rounds per gun less than the Mustang.
Unfortunately, the Mustang Mk-1A is not a great Boom & Zoom fighter nor a great turn-fighter; it is a trade-off between the great high-altitude performance of the P-51D and its own average all-altitude performance. The top speed is only middling, although top speed and dive-speed are excellent. Climb rate is relatively poor, at only 13 m/s. To top that off, it has an average turn-rate as well. Thus, the Mk-1A is a great plane for head on's, tail-end combat, and in very few cases, turn fighting. At low altitudes, turning is very snappy provided you have the speed. The engine is prone to overheating relatively (and annoyingly) quickly in realistic and simulator battles. Additionally, small amount of damage taken by the engine can result in its destruction, which is relatively annoying while attacking bombers. Additionally the cockpit is a great downfall, as it provides poor visibility.
A Mustang with altitude is a dangerous Mustang. Try to take out a Mustang, you must do what you can to rob it of it's altitude advantage by either climbing above it or bringing it down to the Earth. The latter can be easily done if the Mustang pilot is aggressive and will eagerly tail an enticing target in a dive down to low altitude. In this case, one can rely on bleeding the Mustang of its speed as it pursues its target or when it returns to a climb and use this opportunity to pounce the Mustang.
Manual Engine Control
MEC elements | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
Oil | Water | Type | ||||
Controllable | Not controllable | Not controllable | Not controllable | Separate | Not ontrollable | Not controllable |
Modules
Tier | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
I | Fuselage Repair | Radiator | |||
II | Compressor | Airframe | |||
III | Wings Repair | Engine | |||
IV | Engine Injecton | Cover |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Punishing armament of four Hispano Mk. II
- Amazing acceleration at low altitude
- Good top speed
- Good maneuverability (roll+pitch) at high speed (max @ 600 kph)
- High energy retention in level flight
- Decent climb rate, until 3,000 m
- Great RP and reward bonus due to premium status
Cons:
- Rather low ammo, with 125 rpg
- Loses a lot of energy in sustained turns
- Poor engine performance at alt > 4,000 m
- Engine overheats rather quickly
- Poor backward visibility in simulator mode due to cockpit design
- No G-Suit, can black out easily in high speed manoeuvres
History
Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too big, take it to a separate article, taking a link to an article about the vehicle and adding a block "/ historical reference" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/Name-vehicles/historical reference) and add a link to it here using the main
template. Be sure to include links to sources at the end of the article.
Media
- Skins and camouflages for the British Mustang Mk.I from live.warthunder.com. There are two search terms currently in use:
* * #mustangmk1a and the very similar - #mustang_ia, but both will show very different selection of skins, so browse through both.
- "North American Mustang I from No. 309 Polish Fighter-Reconnaissance Squadron - 1942" by DarkSoul79
- "RAF 613 Squadron Bedfordshire, England 1942" by BombMarley
- Tuskegee airmen – Daisy Mae by cambridge79
- Tuskegee airmen – Alice-Jo by cambridge79
- "A Fictional P-51A Dirty camoflage for Desert terrains" by Hueynam1234
Read 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.
Sources
Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:
- topic on the official game forum;
- page on aircraft encyclopedia;
- other literature.