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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''', designated as the '''Tenrai ({{Annotation|天雷|Heavenly Thunder}})''', was a Japanese prototype twin-engine fighter aircraft that was developed out of the [[J1N1]] to meet a new requirement from the Japanese Navy in early 1943. Requested to pack heavy armament, high altitude, and speed to deal with potentially dangerous bomber aircraft being developed, which Japanese intelligence is weary of (being the [[B-24/PB4Y (Family)|B-24]], [[B-29A-BN|B-29]], etc.). With the design proposal drawn up by Nakajima theoretically meeting the Navy's requirement, the Navy approved the development of the now-designated Tenrai aircraft. However, with six prototypes built, the Tenrai never hit the speed mark through multiple engine configurations, had several technical issues, and, with the high demand of the Navy, was overweight on features to achieve its full potential. |
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+ | It was introduced in [[Update 1.89 "Imperial Navy"]]. Excelling in its role as a high-altitude twin-engine aircraft, it packs heavy armament as requested and is fairly manoeuvrable for its size. Altitude is key, and the Tenrai should remain on top of the whole battle at all times, Boom-n-Zooming aircraft beneath it and shredding bombers before they get near their targets. | ||
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+ | ;Nicknames: | ||
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+ | * [[Abbreviations#.28IJN.29_Official_name_designation|Official Designation]]: ''天雷 (Tenrai, "Heavenly Thunder")'' | ||
== General info == | == General info == | ||
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− | | 690 || 663 || 26.5 || 27.0 || 22.6 || 18 | + | | 690 || 663 || 26.5 || 27.0 || 22.6 || 18 |
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=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and armour === | ||
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}} | {{Specs-Avia-Armour}} | ||
− | The J5N1 is not very durable. Although there is | + | <!-- ''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 J5N1 is not very durable. Although there is 70 mm thick bulletproof glass and 20 mm of steel armour protecting the pilot from the front, the aircraft is still quite fragile. Despite having self-sealing fuel tanks, fires are almost always lethal, typical of WW2 Japanese aircraft. | ||
=== Modifications and economy === | === Modifications and economy === | ||
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{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}} | {{Specs-Avia-Offensive}} | ||
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− | {{main|Type 5 | + | {{main|Type 5 (30 mm)|Type 99 Model 2 (20 mm)}} |
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
− | * 2 x 30 mm Type 5 | + | * 2 x 30 mm Type 5 cannons, chin-mounted (60 rpg = 120 total) |
− | * 2 x 20 mm Type 99 Model 2 | + | * 2 x 20 mm Type 99 Model 2 cannons, chin-mounted (350 rpg = 700 total) |
== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
− | Similar to the previous aircraft in its tech tree branch, the J5N1 excels at hunting down enemy bombers. The heavy armament of the J5N1 allows it tear apart even the most heavily armed aircraft it will face, and it can gain remarkable amounts of speed in a straight line over time . Compared to the Ki-108 preceding it, the J5N1 also has substantially better vertical energy retention, allowing boom and zoom to be a somewhat more viable tactic. Pilots should be wary of approaching enemy bombers from behind, as although the pilot will probably be safe due to the aircraft's frontal protection, the rest of the aircraft is quite vulnerable. | + | <!-- ''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).'' --> |
+ | Similar to the previous aircraft in its tech tree branch, the J5N1 excels at hunting down enemy bombers. The heavy armament of the J5N1 allows it tear apart even the most heavily armed aircraft it will face, and it can gain remarkable amounts of speed in a straight line over time. Compared to the Ki-108 preceding it, the J5N1 also has substantially better vertical energy retention, allowing boom and zoom to be a somewhat more viable tactic. Pilots should be wary of approaching enemy bombers from behind, as although the pilot will probably be safe due to the aircraft's frontal protection, the rest of the aircraft is quite vulnerable. | ||
− | This aircraft performs best when | + | This aircraft performs best when no enemy fighters lurk above it - although the J5N1 is surprisingly agile and quick for a twin-engine aircraft, competent enemy fighters with an altitude advantage will likely defeat it in a one-on-one engagement. Thus, similar to previous Japanese twin-engine interceptors, the aircraft excels when teammates are there to support you. |
− | The J5N1's worst enemies are Bf 109s and Spitfires. The variants you will face at the J5N1's BR can both outclimb and outturn the J5N1 if piloted properly, and are tough to defeat in one-on-one engagements unless the J5N1 pilot comes in with an altitude advantage, element of surprise, or both. If you cannot find yourself above enemy Bf 109s or Spitfires, try avoiding them and see if your teammates can help you. Against Yaks and Lavochkins, try to engage them above | + | The J5N1's worst enemies are Bf 109s and Spitfires. The variants you will face at the J5N1's BR can both outclimb and outturn the J5N1 if piloted properly, and are tough to defeat in one-on-one engagements unless the J5N1 pilot comes in with an altitude advantage, element of surprise, or both. If you cannot find yourself above enemy Bf 109s or Spitfires, try avoiding them and see if your teammates can help you. Against Yaks and Lavochkins, try to engage them above 4,000 m/13,000 ft, as Soviet aircraft barring the likes of the I-225 tend to perform worse at altitude. |
=== Manual Engine Control === | === Manual Engine Control === | ||
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! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger | ! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger | ||
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− | ! Oil | + | ! Oil !! Water !! Type |
− | ! Water | ||
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− | | Controllable || | + | | Controllable || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Separate || Controllable<br>2 gears || Not controllable |
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=== Pros and cons === | === 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".'' --> | ||
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'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
− | * Devastating armament - its | + | * Devastating armament - its 30 mm cannons are both high velocity and very deadly |
* All guns are mounted in the nose | * All guns are mounted in the nose | ||
− | * Surprisingly fast for a twin-engine aircraft - can | + | * Surprisingly fast for a twin-engine aircraft - can exceed 700 km/h even in very shallow dives |
+ | * Improved vertical energy retention over previous heavy fighters means BnZ is more viable | ||
'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
* Even with self-sealing fuel tanks, fires are almost always lethal | * Even with self-sealing fuel tanks, fires are almost always lethal | ||
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* Weak rudder | * Weak rudder | ||
+ | * Mediocre roll rate | ||
== History == | == 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 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 | + | ''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 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).'' |
== Media == | == Media == | ||
− | <!--Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.--> | + | <!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' --> |
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+ | ;Skins | ||
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+ | * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=j5n1 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.] | ||
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+ | ;Videos | ||
{{Youtube-gallery|ifv05cSErOc|'''The Shooting Range #152''' - ''Pages of History'' section at 05:50 discusses the J5N1.}} | {{Youtube-gallery|ifv05cSErOc|'''The Shooting Range #152''' - ''Pages of History'' section at 05:50 discusses the J5N1.}} | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
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* ''topic on the official game forum;'' | * ''topic on the official game forum;'' | ||
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− | * ''other literature.''--> | ||
* [https://airandspace.si.edu/collection-objects/nakajima-j5n1-tenrai-heavenly-thunder [Smithsonian<nowiki>]</nowiki> Nakajima J5N1 Tenrai (Heavenly Thunder)] | * [https://airandspace.si.edu/collection-objects/nakajima-j5n1-tenrai-heavenly-thunder [Smithsonian<nowiki>]</nowiki> Nakajima J5N1 Tenrai (Heavenly Thunder)] |
Revision as of 14:14, 23 February 2024
Contents
Description
The J5N1, designated as the Tenrai (天雷), was a Japanese prototype twin-engine fighter aircraft that was developed out of the J1N1 to meet a new requirement from the Japanese Navy in early 1943. Requested to pack heavy armament, high altitude, and speed to deal with potentially dangerous bomber aircraft being developed, which Japanese intelligence is weary of (being the B-24, B-29, etc.). With the design proposal drawn up by Nakajima theoretically meeting the Navy's requirement, the Navy approved the development of the now-designated Tenrai aircraft. However, with six prototypes built, the Tenrai never hit the speed mark through multiple engine configurations, had several technical issues, and, with the high demand of the Navy, was overweight on features to achieve its full potential.
It was introduced in Update 1.89 "Imperial Navy". Excelling in its role as a high-altitude twin-engine aircraft, it packs heavy armament as requested and is fairly manoeuvrable for its size. Altitude is key, and the Tenrai should remain on top of the whole battle at all times, Boom-n-Zooming aircraft beneath it and shredding bombers before they get near their targets.
- Nicknames
- Official Designation: 天雷 (Tenrai, "Heavenly Thunder")
General info
Flight performance
Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 6,500 m) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
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AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
Stock | 638 | 620 | 11000 | 28.0 | 28.8 | 14.3 | 14.3 | 420 |
Upgraded | 690 | 663 | 26.5 | 27.0 | 22.6 | 18 |
Details
Features | ||||
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Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
Limits | ||||||
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Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
810 | 320 | 431 | 406 | 280 | ~10 | ~3 |
Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
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Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
< 320 | < 400 | < 450 | > 324 |
Survivability and armour
The J5N1 is not very durable. Although there is 70 mm thick bulletproof glass and 20 mm of steel armour protecting the pilot from the front, the aircraft is still quite fragile. Despite having self-sealing fuel tanks, fires are almost always lethal, typical of WW2 Japanese aircraft.
Modifications and economy
Armaments
Offensive armament
The J5N1 is armed with:
- 2 x 30 mm Type 5 cannons, chin-mounted (60 rpg = 120 total)
- 2 x 20 mm Type 99 Model 2 cannons, chin-mounted (350 rpg = 700 total)
Usage in battles
Similar to the previous aircraft in its tech tree branch, the J5N1 excels at hunting down enemy bombers. The heavy armament of the J5N1 allows it tear apart even the most heavily armed aircraft it will face, and it can gain remarkable amounts of speed in a straight line over time. Compared to the Ki-108 preceding it, the J5N1 also has substantially better vertical energy retention, allowing boom and zoom to be a somewhat more viable tactic. Pilots should be wary of approaching enemy bombers from behind, as although the pilot will probably be safe due to the aircraft's frontal protection, the rest of the aircraft is quite vulnerable.
This aircraft performs best when no enemy fighters lurk above it - although the J5N1 is surprisingly agile and quick for a twin-engine aircraft, competent enemy fighters with an altitude advantage will likely defeat it in a one-on-one engagement. Thus, similar to previous Japanese twin-engine interceptors, the aircraft excels when teammates are there to support you.
The J5N1's worst enemies are Bf 109s and Spitfires. The variants you will face at the J5N1's BR can both outclimb and outturn the J5N1 if piloted properly, and are tough to defeat in one-on-one engagements unless the J5N1 pilot comes in with an altitude advantage, element of surprise, or both. If you cannot find yourself above enemy Bf 109s or Spitfires, try avoiding them and see if your teammates can help you. Against Yaks and Lavochkins, try to engage them above 4,000 m/13,000 ft, as Soviet aircraft barring the likes of the I-225 tend to perform worse at altitude.
Manual Engine Control
MEC elements | ||||||
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Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
Oil | Water | Type | ||||
Controllable | Controllable Not auto controlled |
Controllable Not auto controlled |
Controllable Not auto controlled |
Separate | Controllable 2 gears |
Not controllable |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Devastating armament - its 30 mm cannons are both high velocity and very deadly
- All guns are mounted in the nose
- Surprisingly fast for a twin-engine aircraft - can exceed 700 km/h even in very shallow dives
- Improved vertical energy retention over previous heavy fighters means BnZ is more viable
Cons:
- Even with self-sealing fuel tanks, fires are almost always lethal
- Weak rudder
- Mediocre roll rate
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 long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History) and add a link to it here using the main
template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <ref></ref>
, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <references />
. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under === In-game description ===
, also if applicable).
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
- [Smithsonian] Nakajima J5N1 Tenrai (Heavenly Thunder)
- [https://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/detail.asp?aircraft_id=1511 [Military Factory] Nakajima J5N Tenrai (Heavenly Thunder)
- [Combined Fleet] Nakajima J5N Heavy Fighter/Interceptor
- Official data sheet - more details about the performance
Nakajima Aircraft Company (中島飛行機株式会社 ) | |
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Fighters | Ki-27 otsu · Ki-27 otsu Tachiarai |
Ki-43-I · Ki-43-II · Ki-43-III otsu | |
Ki-44-I · Ki-44-I 34 · Ki-44-II otsu · Ki-44-II hei | |
Ki-84 ko · Ki-84 otsu · Ki-84 hei | |
Ki-87 | |
Hydroplanes | A6M2-N* |
Interceptors | J1N1 · J5N1 |
Bombers | B5N2 |
B6N1 Model 11 · B6N2 Model 12 · B6N2a Model 12Ko | |
G5N1 · G8N1 | |
Ki-49-I · Ki-49-IIa · Ki-49-IIb · Ki-49-IIb/L | |
Recon | E8N2 |
Jet Fighters | Kikka |
Captured | ␗Ki-27 otsu · ▃Ki-43-II · ␗Ki-43-III ko · ␗Ki-44-II hei · ␗Ki-84 ko |
*Refit of the Mitsubishi A6M2 mod. 11 | |
See also | Fuji Heavy Industries (1957-2017) |
Japan twin-engine fighters and strike aircraft | |
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Navy | |
Land-based Fighter | |
J1N | J1N1 |
J5N | J5N1 |
Army | |
Ki-45 | Ki-45 ko · Ki-45 otsu · Ki-45 hei · Ki-45 tei |
Ki-83 | Ki-83 |
Ki-96 | Ki-96 |
Ki-102 | Ki-102 otsu |
Ki-108 | Ki-108 Kai |
Ki-109 | Ki-109 |