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Ki-100

Ki-61-II Otsu Kai

Ki-61-I hei

Ki-100

AB	RB	SB
4.7	4.0	3.7

Class:

Fighter

Research:33 000

Purchase:105 000

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Description

The Ki-100 is a rank III Japanese fighter with a battle rating of 4.7 (AB), 4.0 (RB), and 3.7 (SB). It was introduced in Update 1.61 "Road to Glory". Based on the Ki-61-II, the Ki-100 features a new Ha-112-2 radial engine that allows a faster rate-of-climb, allowing the Japanese to contest Allied bombing raids on their home islands in 1945.

The default camo bears the insignia of the 59th Sentai, formed in 1938, it participated in key operations during the Sino-Japanese War and Pacific Theatre. After being stationed in Java, they defended Palembang and attacked Port Darwin before moving to New Guinea, where they faced difficulties against the P-38 in the Ki-43-II. Following heavy losses and the death of Captain Shigeo Nangō in 1944, the unit returned to Japan, reequipped with the Ki-61 "Hien" and took up air defence duties in Northern Kyushu. By late 1944, they formed a kamikaze unit, stationed part of their force on Jeju Island, and continued air defence and kamikaze escort missions from Chiran. Later, in 1945 they transitioned to the Ki-100 and defended Northern Kyushu until the end of the war.

In the game, the Ki-100 continues to exhibit the Ki-61's relatively balanced characteristics in speed, dive performance, climb rate, manoeuvrability, and armaments. While not particularly excelling in any trait, it does allow the player more options to contest the airspace.

General info

Flight performance

Max speed

at 6 000 m580 km/h

Turn time20 s

Max altitude10 000 m

EngineMitsubishi Ha-112-2

TypeRadial

Cooling systemAir

Take-off weight4 t

Characteristics	Max Speed (km/h at 6,000 m)		Max altitude (metres)	Turn time (seconds)		Rate of climb (metres/second)		Take-off run (metres)
Characteristics	AB	RB	Max altitude (metres)	AB	RB	AB	RB	Take-off run (metres)
Stock	556	541	10000	20.8	21.7	10.1	10.1	350
Upgraded	605	580	10000	19.5	20.0	18.8	13.8	350

Details

Features
Combat flaps	Take-off flaps	Landing flaps	Air brakes	Arrestor gear
✓	✓	✓	X	X

Limits
Wings (km/h)	Gear (km/h)	Flaps (km/h)			Max Static G
Wings (km/h)	Gear (km/h)	Combat	Take-off	Landing	+	-
850	250	292	282	230	~15	~7

Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons	Rudder	Elevators	Radiator
< 370	< 350	< 410	> 330

Survivability and armour

Crew1 person

Speed of destruction

Structural0 km/h

Gear250 km/h

13 mm steel plate behind the pilot seat and headrest.
Fuel tanks are self-sealing.

Modifications and economy

Repair costBasic → Reference

AB1 156 → 1 471

RB2 607 → 3 318

SB3 632 → 4 623

Total cost of modifications30 000

58 500

Talisman cost1 200

Crew training30 000

Experts105 000

Aces590

Research Aces360 000

Reward for battleAB / RB / SB

70 / 160 / 350 %

148 / 148 / 148 %

Modifications

Flight performance

Survivability

Weaponry

Fuselage repair Research: 1 500 Cost: 2 900 140	Radiator Research: 1 500 Cost: 2 900 140
Compressor Research: 1 700 Cost: 3 300 155
Wings repair Research: 1 900 Cost: 3 700 175	Engine Research: 1 900 Cost: 3 700 175
Engine injection Research: 3 200 Cost: 6 300 300

Airframe

Research:

1 700

Cost:

3 300

155

Cover

Research:

3 200

Cost:

6 300

300

safat12_belt_pack Research: 1 500 Cost: 2 900 140		7 in (mod20) Research: 1 500 Cost: 2 900 140
	ho5_belt_pack Research: 1 700 Cost: 3 300 155	10 in (mod24) Research: 1 700 Cost: 3 300 155
ho103_new_gun Research: 1 900 Cost: 3 700 175		12 in (mod30) Research: 1 900 Cost: 3 700 175
	ho5_new_gun Research: 3 200 Cost: 6 300 300

Armaments

Offensive armament

Weapon 12 x 20 mm Ho-5 cannon

Ammunition400 rounds

Fire rate948 shots/min

Weapon 22 x 12.7 mm Ho-103 machine gun

Ammunition500 rounds

Fire rate900 shots/min

Main articles: Ho-5 (20 mm), Ho-103 (12.7 mm)

The Ki-100 is armed with:

2 x 20 mm Ho-5 cannons, nose-mounted (200 rpg = 400 total)
2 x 12.7 mm Ho-103 machine guns, wing-mounted (250 rpg = 500 total)

Suspended armament

List of setups (3)

Setup 12 x 50 kg Army Type 94 GPHE bomb

Setup 22 x 100 kg Army Type 94 GPHE bomb

Setup 32 x 250 kg Army Type 92 GPHE bomb

Main articles: Army Type 94 GPHE (50 kg), Army Type 94 GPHE (100 kg), Army Type 92 GPHE (250 kg)

The Ki-100 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

Without load
2 x 50 kg Army Type 94 GPHE bombs (100 kg total)
2 x 100 kg Army Type 94 GPHE bombs (200 kg total)
2 x 250 kg Army Type 92 GPHE bombs (500 kg total)

Usage in battles

This aircraft offers balanced performance characteristics that allow the pilot to choose how one wishes to fight in the Ki-100 and adapt to the combat situation as necessary. The performance of the Ki-100 is characterised by decent climb rate and manoeuvrability. The aircraft has good (but not the best) acceleration in a dive that makes it suitable for short range "boom and zoom" style attacks. The pilot should position the fighter around 1,000 m above a selected target, dive rapidly, fire a quick burst, and then pull away in a shallow climb to hold the plane's speed and escape. This is the safest way to conduct combat in the Ki-100, but there are other options available.

Against less manoeuvrable opponents, turn fighting can be a valid approach. Most German and American aircraft will not be able to out-turn you. However, turning combat is only advised when there are no other enemies around that could pounce on you while you are focused on your target. Do not manoeuvre for too long and avoid getting too slow, because your control surfaces will become less responsive. Then you will be a sitting duck for most other fighters.

With sufficient speed, the Ki-100 also has suitable energy retention characteristics for spiral climbs and other moves that can drain your opponent's energy. However, there are other fighters which are still superior in this regard.

Interceptors/Air defence: In higher altitudes you should be aware of this types of airplanes. They have good climb rate and speed but they are not very nimble. They will most likely try to head-on you and then run away. You can use nimble characteristics of your airplane to avoid this kind of attack. Most of them will not try to turn fight with you and you cant compete with your performance.

Bombers: You should avoid this kind of airplanes in higher altitudes or at least not engage them alone at start of match. Your low velocity cannons are not good enough for long range approach and going closer to them is dangerous gamble as Ki-100 is very fragile and vulnerable to fires.

Fighters: Thanks to your climb rate you will most of the time end up above them. That gives you very good opportunity for BnZ tactics. You should look after fighter that end up separated or those who are too focused chasing some of your teammates. This airplane also allow you to dogfight some of them but you should not end up in dogfight with lots of enemies since even small dose of fire can noticeably damage you. Low velocity armament also need skilled pilot against nimble opponents or in dogfights.

Manual Engine Control

MEC elements
Mixer	Pitch	Radiator			Supercharger	Turbocharger
Mixer	Pitch	Oil	Water	Type	Supercharger	Turbocharger
Not controllable	Controllable Not auto controlled	Controllable Not auto controlled	Controllable Not auto controlled	Separate	Controllable 2 gears	Not controllable

Pros and cons

Pros:

Nose-mounted 20 mm Ho-5 cannons give you a better chance in head-ons
Flexible fighting style, from turnfighting to boom-and-zoom
Good climb rate
Can outmanoeuvre most planes at its BR

Cons:

Low-velocity 20 mm Ho-5 cannons are ineffective in long-range engagements
Poor survivability

History

The Ki-100 was an fighter/interceptor which was developed from the Ki-61-II and the result of Japan's need to stop American bombing raids over the mainland. In October of 1944, the decision was made to fit 3 Ki-61s with Ha-112 radial engines, which were lighter and more reliable than the Ha-140 inline engine that the Ki-61 used. On February 1, 1945, the modified Ki-61 made its first flight, where it performed well. Continued testing throughout March and April proved that it outperformed the Ki-84, then considered the best fighter in the IJAAS's operation. In March 1945, because of its favourable performance, coupled with its much more reliable engine, it was ordered into production and given the Ki-100 designation. It began combat service on March 9, and was used mainly for its intended purpose until the Japanese surrender in 1945. A total of 396 were built.

Media

Skins

Skins and camouflages for the Ki-100 from live.warthunder.com.

Videos

Ki 100 - Tactics and Strategies [aiming] - Green Fury

External links

Official data sheet - more details about the performance

*Kawasaki Aircraft Industries (川崎航空機工業株式会社)*
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	Ki-100 · Ki-100-II
Interceptors	Ki-45 ko · Ki-45 otsu · Ki-45 hei · Ki-45 tei
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Difference between revisions of "Ki-100"

Latest revision as of 04:08, 9 September 2024

Contents

Description

General info

Flight performance

Details

Survivability and armour

Modifications and economy

Armaments

Offensive armament

Suspended armament

Usage in battles

Manual Engine Control

Pros and cons

History

Media

See also

External links

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+| about = Japanese fighter '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
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-|link=Ki-61 (Family)
+| link = Ki-61 (Family)
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 == Description ==
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+<!-- ''In the description, the first part should 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 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}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Japanese fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.61 "Road to Glory"]]. Based on the [[Ki-61-II_Otsu_Kai|Ki-61-II]], the Ki-100 features a new Ha-112-2 radial engine that allows a faster rate-of-climb, allowing the Japanese to contest Allied bombing raids on their home islands in 1945.
+The default camo bears the insignia of the 59th Sentai, formed in 1938, it participated in key operations during the Sino-Japanese War and Pacific Theatre. After being stationed in Java, they defended Palembang and attacked Port Darwin before moving to New Guinea, where they faced difficulties against the P-38 in the Ki-43-II. Following heavy losses and the death of Captain Shigeo Nangō in 1944, the unit returned to Japan, reequipped with the Ki-61 "Hien" and took up air defence duties in Northern Kyushu. By late 1944, they formed a kamikaze unit, stationed part of their force on Jeju Island, and continued air defence and kamikaze escort missions from Chiran. Later, in 1945 they transitioned to the Ki-100 and defended Northern Kyushu until the end of the war.
+In the game, the Ki-100 continues to exhibit the Ki-61's relatively balanced characteristics in speed, dive performance, climb rate, manoeuvrability, and armaments. While not particularly excelling in any trait, it does allow the player more options to contest the airspace.
-[[File:GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
-{{break}}
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a Rank {{Specs|rank}} (country and aircraft type) {{Battle-rating}}. This aircraft was introduced in [[Update 1.61 "Road to Glory"]].
 == General info ==
-=== Flight Performance ===
+=== Flight performance ===
-<!--''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, manoeuverability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''-->
+{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
-{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
+<!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-|-
-! colspan="8" | Characteristics
+{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="70%"
-|-
+! rowspan="2" | Characteristics
-! colspan="8" | ''Stock''
+! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 6,000 m)
-|-
+! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(metres)
-! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at ?,000 m)
-! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters)
 ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds)
-! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
+! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(metres/second)
-! rowspan="2" |Take-off run<br>(meters)
+! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(metres)
-|-
-! AB
-! RB
-! AB
-! RB
-! AB
-! RB
-|-
-| ? || ? || {{Specs|ceiling}} || ??.? || ??.? || ??.? || ??.? || ???
-|-
-! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded''
 |-
-! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at ?,000 m)
+! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
-! 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
+! Stock
-! RB
+| 556 || 541 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 20.8 || 21.7 || 10.1 || 10.1 || rowspan="2" | 350
-! AB
-! RB
-! AB
-! RB
 |-
-| ? || ? || {{Specs|ceiling}} || ??.? || ??.? || ??.? || ??.? || ???
+! Upgraded
+| 605 || 580 || 19.5 || 20.0 || 18.8 || 13.8
 |-
 |}
-====Details====
+==== Details ====
-{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
+{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
 |-
 ! colspan="5" | Features
 |-
-! Combat flap
+! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
-! Take-off flap
-! Landing flap
-! Air brakes
-! Arrestor gear
 |-
-| X || X || X || X || X     <!-- ✓ -->
+| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X     <!-- ✓ -->
 |-
 |}
-{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
+{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
 |-
-! colspan="5" | Limits
+! colspan="7" | Limits
 |-
-! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h)
+! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
-! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h)
+! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
-! rowspan="2" | Combat flap<br> (km/h)
+! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
 ! colspan="2" | Max Static G
 |-
-! +
+! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
-! -
 |-
-| {{Specs|разрушение|конструкции}} || {{Specs|разрушение|шасси}} || ??? || ~?? || ~?
+| 850 <!-- {{Specs|destruction|body}} --> || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 292 || 282 || 230 || ~15 || ~7
 |-
 |}
@@ Line 88: / Line 68: @@
 {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 |-
-! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities
+! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
 |-
-! Ailerons<br>(km/h)
+! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
-! Rudder<br>(km/h)
-! Elevators<br>(km/h)
-! Radiator<br>(km/h)
 |-
-| < ??? || < ??? || < ??? || > ???
+| < 370 || < 350 || < 410 || > 330
 |-
 |}
-{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
+=== Survivability and armour ===
-|-
+{{Specs-Avia-Armour}}
-! colspan="3" | Compressor (RB/SB)
+<!-- ''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.'' -->
-|-
-! colspan="3" | Setting 1
+* 13 mm steel plate behind the pilot seat and headrest.
-|-
+* Fuel tanks are self-sealing.
-! Optimal altitude
-! 100% Engine power
-! WEP Engine power
-|-
-| ?,??? m || ??? hp || ?,??? 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 ===
+=== Modifications and economy ===
-<!--''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.''-->
+{{Specs-Economy}}
-* No armour plating
-* No armour glazing
-* Critical components located at the front of aircraft (fuel, pilot, engine, controls)
-* More fuel tanks located in wings near the fuselage
 == Armaments ==
+{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
 === 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.''
+{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}
-{{main|MAC 1934 (7.5 mm)}}
+<!-- ''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|Ho-5 (20 mm)|Ho-103 (12.7 mm)}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
-* 4 x 7.5 mm [[MAC 1934 (7.5 mm)|MAC 1934]] machine guns (300 rpg = 1,200 total)
+* 2 x 20 mm Ho-5 cannons, nose-mounted (200 rpg = 400 total)
--->
+* 2 x 12.7 mm Ho-103 machine guns, wing-mounted (250 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.''-->
+=== Suspended armament ===
-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;''Main article:&nbsp;'''[[:Category:Suspended armaments|Bombs]]'''''-->
+{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
-<!--
+<!-- ''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.'' -->
-=== Defensive armament ===
+{{main|Army Type 94 GPHE (50 kg)|Army Type 94 GPHE (100 kg)|Army Type 92 GPHE (250 kg)}}
-''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).''-->
-===Manual Engine Control===
+The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
+* Without load
+* 2 x 50 kg Army Type 94 GPHE bombs (100 kg total)
+* 2 x 100 kg Army Type 94 GPHE bombs (200 kg total)
+* 2 x 250 kg Army Type 92 GPHE bombs (500 kg total)
+== Usage in battles ==
+<!-- ''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).'' -->
+This aircraft offers balanced performance characteristics that allow the pilot to choose how one wishes to fight in the Ki-100 and adapt to the combat situation as necessary. The performance of the Ki-100 is characterised by decent climb rate and manoeuvrability. The aircraft has good (but not the best) acceleration in a dive that makes it suitable for short range "boom and zoom" style attacks. The pilot should position the fighter around 1,000 m above a selected target, dive rapidly, fire a quick burst, and then pull away in a shallow climb to hold the plane's speed and escape. This is the safest way to conduct combat in the Ki-100, but there are other options available.
+Against less manoeuvrable opponents, turn fighting can be a valid approach. Most German and American aircraft will not be able to out-turn you. However, turning combat is only advised when there are no other enemies around that could pounce on you while you are focused on your target. Do not manoeuvre for too long and avoid getting too slow, because your control surfaces will become less responsive. Then you will be a sitting duck for most other fighters.
+With sufficient speed, the Ki-100 also has suitable energy retention characteristics for spiral climbs and other moves that can drain your opponent's energy. However, there are other fighters which are still superior in this regard.
+Interceptors/Air defence: In higher altitudes you should be aware of this types of airplanes. They have good climb rate and speed but they are not very nimble. They will most likely try to head-on you and then run away. You can use nimble characteristics of your airplane to avoid this kind of attack. Most of them will not try to turn fight with you and you cant compete with your performance.
+Bombers: You should avoid this kind of airplanes in higher altitudes or at least not engage them alone at start of match. Your low velocity cannons are not good enough for long range approach and going closer to them is dangerous gamble as Ki-100 is very fragile and vulnerable to fires.
+Fighters: Thanks to your climb rate you will most of the time end up above them. That gives you very good opportunity for BnZ tactics. You should look after fighter that end up separated or those who are too focused chasing some of your teammates. This airplane also allow you to dogfight some of them but you should not end up in dogfight with lots of enemies since even small dose of fire can noticeably damage you. Low velocity armament also need skilled pilot against nimble opponents or in dogfights.
+=== Manual Engine Control ===
 {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 |-
 ! colspan="7" | MEC elements
 |-
-! rowspan="2" |Mixer
+! rowspan="2" | Mixer
-! rowspan="2" |Pitch
+! rowspan="2" | Pitch
-! colspan="3" |Radiator
+! colspan="3" | Radiator
-! rowspan="2" |Supercharger
+! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
-! rowspan="2" |Turbocharger
+! 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
+! Oil !! Water !! Type
-|
-| Compressor
-| Airframe
-|
 |-
-| III
+| Not controllable || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Separate || Controllable<br>2 gears || Not controllable
-| Wings Repair
-| Engine
-|
-|
-|-
-| IV
-|
-| Engine Injection
-| Cover
-|
 |-
 |}
 === Pros and cons ===
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 '''Pros:'''
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+* Nose-mounted 20 mm Ho-5 cannons give you a better chance in head-ons
+* Flexible fighting style, from turnfighting to boom-and-zoom
+* Good climb rate
+* Can outmanoeuvre most planes at its BR
 '''Cons:'''
-*
+* Low-velocity 20 mm Ho-5 cannons are ineffective in long-range engagements
+* Poor survivability
 == History ==
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+The Ki-100 was an fighter/interceptor which was developed from the Ki-61-II and the result of Japan's need to stop American bombing raids over the mainland. In October of 1944, the decision was made to fit 3 Ki-61s with Ha-112 radial engines, which were lighter and more reliable than the Ha-140 inline engine that the Ki-61 used. On February 1, 1945, the modified Ki-61 made its first flight, where it performed well. Continued testing throughout March and April proved that it outperformed the Ki-84, then considered the best fighter in the IJAAS's operation. In March 1945, because of its favourable performance, coupled with its much more reliable engine, it was ordered into production and given the Ki-100 designation. It began combat service on March 9, and was used mainly for its intended purpose until the Japanese surrender in 1945. A total of 396 were built.
 == Media ==
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+;Skins
+* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=ki_100_early Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
+;Videos
+{{Youtube-gallery|p_5R0hfDE_k|'''Ki 100 - Tactics and Strategies [aiming]''' - ''Green Fury''}}
+== See also ==
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-== Read also ==
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 * ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
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-== Sources ==
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-* ''other literature.''
+* [https://forum.warthunder.com/index.php?/topic/325046-ki-100-1/ Official data sheet - more details about the performance]
+{{AirManufacturer Kawasaki}}
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