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| + | | about = Italian bomber '''{{PAGENAME}}''' | ||
| + | | usage = other versions | ||
| + | | link = B.R.20 (Family) | ||
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|code=br_20_dr | |code=br_20_dr | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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| − | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was Italy's primary bomber during most of World War II and specially during the Africa Campaign. It was one of the most produced and widely used variants of the BR.20, being introduced in 1936 and serving until 1945. In fact, the BR.20 also served with Japan during World War II, with 82 units sold to this nation, however the aircraft was highly criticized for the poor engine reliability and lacking firepower. In total 500 units of the BR.20 "Stork" were produced between 1936 and 1943. |
| − | The BR.20 has a superb bomb load and is quite strong, being able to | + | It was introduced in [[Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica"]] alongside the initial Italian aviation tree The BR.20 has a superb bomb load and is quite strong, being able to carry more explosive ordnance than most other bombers. The defensive armament has excellent coverage; however, the dorsal gunner is quite exposed and commonly gets hit while in combat. It is very sluggish and the flight performance is inferior to most bombers at its BR. This is a very slow plane in Arcade and Realistic battles, and because these game modes are so short, by the time you reach your bombing target the match might even be over. The BR.20 is still however quite a treat to fly and is stable and well suited to Simulator. Another very interesting strategy the BR.20 DR is capable of is ironically, attacking other bombers. When the top & front gunner are pointed forward, the combined firepower of three 7.7 machine guns can surprise other bomber pilots especially if loaded with the AP-I belts. |
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| − | Another very interesting strategy the BR.20 DR is capable of is ironically, attacking other bombers. When the top & front gunner are pointed forward, the combined firepower of three 7.7 machine guns | ||
== General info == | == General info == | ||
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== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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| − | + | '''Air battles''' | |
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The BR.20 DR is a very good bomber at its BR, at the start of battle climb to 3,000-4,500 m, and go to destroy the enemy bases, as everytime enemy fighters or other planes are gonna attack you, use your gunners to kill enemy planes, use Universal belt because it contains 1 tracer and 3 AP-I shells per belt. The AP-I shells are perfect for killing enemy planes because they can knock out the enemy pilot or set on fire the enemy planes. When you are near the enemy base, use your bomber sight for drop your bombs and after it return to the airfield to reload your bombs. | The BR.20 DR is a very good bomber at its BR, at the start of battle climb to 3,000-4,500 m, and go to destroy the enemy bases, as everytime enemy fighters or other planes are gonna attack you, use your gunners to kill enemy planes, use Universal belt because it contains 1 tracer and 3 AP-I shells per belt. The AP-I shells are perfect for killing enemy planes because they can knock out the enemy pilot or set on fire the enemy planes. When you are near the enemy base, use your bomber sight for drop your bombs and after it return to the airfield to reload your bombs. | ||
| − | + | '''Ground battles''' | |
| − | You can use the BR.20 DR in ground mode, use these following payloads: | + | You can use the BR.20 DR in ground mode, use these following payloads: 4 x 250kg (GP 250) or 2 x 500 kg (GP 500) or 2 x 800kg (GP 800). After spawning with the BR.20 DR, stay at 900-1,500 m altitude and use your bomb sight to drop your bombs more accurately. Your bombs are very good so if the bombs happen to get close to enemy medium and heavy tanks, they can be very easily destroyed. |
| − | '''AB Mode''' | + | '''AB Mode''' |
| − | Like any bomber in Arcade Battles, they are the first too be destroyed, climb to 4, | + | Like any bomber in Arcade Battles, they are the first too be destroyed, climb to 4,000 m-5,000 m and stay at that altitude and drop your bombs on enemy bases but remember that you can be destroyed very easily by enemy planes so be careful and check around you if they are incoming enemy planes. |
=== Manual Engine Control === | === Manual Engine Control === | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
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| − | The standard Italian bomber of World War 2, the B.R. 20 was a technically advanced bomber for its time. More than 500 were produced over seven years, and it served on all of Italy's fronts, including Africa, Russia, the Mediterranean, and the Balkans. B.R. 20s based in Belgium participated in the Battle of Britain, taking heavy losses. | + | The standard Italian bomber of World War 2, the B.R.20 was a technically advanced bomber for its time. More than 500 were produced over seven years, and it served on all of Italy's fronts, including Africa, Russia, the Mediterranean, and the Balkans. B.R.20s based in Belgium participated in the Battle of Britain, taking heavy losses. |
| − | Designed by Fiat's Celestino Rosatelli, the B.R. 20 had a metal structure and duralumin/fabric covering. Its specifications had called for a top speed of 388 km/h, a bomb load of | + | Designed by Fiat's Celestino Rosatelli, the B.R.20 had a metal structure and duralumin/fabric covering. Its specifications had called for a top speed of 388 km/h, a bomb load of 1,200 kg, and a range of 960 km, all of which it easily surpassed. Two modified B.R.20s competed in the 1937 Istres-Damascus-Paris air race, but did not win. In 1939, another modified B.R.20 set an endurance record for a 4,800 km flight from Rome to Addis Ababa, averaging more than 400 km/h along the route. |
| − | From 1937 to 1939 B.R. 20s served in the Spanish Civil War. The model did less well in the Battle of Britain, where the Italian air corps lost a quarter of its 80 B.R. 20Ms in their first 300 hours in the air. The model continued to be produced until 1942. | + | From 1937 to 1939 B.R.20s served in the Spanish Civil War. The model did less well in the Battle of Britain, where the Italian air corps lost a quarter of its 80 B.R.20Ms in their first 300 hours in the air. The model continued to be produced until 1942. |
== Media == | == Media == | ||
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;Skins | ;Skins | ||
| − | * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/? | + | * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=br_20_dr Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.] |
;Videos | ;Videos | ||
| − | {{Youtube-gallery|ZZjOyn9p4f8|'''Realistic: {{PAGENAME}} [Fun Ugly Duckling]''' | + | {{Youtube-gallery|ZZjOyn9p4f8|'''Realistic: {{PAGENAME}} [Fun Ugly Duckling]''' - ''Jengar''|jQg7Tti2eKY|'''Update 1.69 - {{PAGENAME}}'''0k - ''TheEuropeanCanadian''}} |
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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;Related development | ;Related development | ||
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* [[B.R.20M M1]] | * [[B.R.20M M1]] | ||
;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era | ;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era | ||
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* [[B-10B]] | * [[B-10B]] | ||
| + | * [[He 111 H-3]] | ||
| + | * [[SB 2M (Family)]] | ||
| + | * [[Ki-21-Ia]] | ||
* [[Martin 139WC]] | * [[Martin 139WC]] | ||
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* [[Martin 167-A3]] | * [[Martin 167-A3]] | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
Latest revision as of 09:59, 30 March 2024
| This page is about the Italian bomber B.R.20DR. For other versions, see B.R.20 (Family). |
Contents
Description
The B.R.20DR was Italy's primary bomber during most of World War II and specially during the Africa Campaign. It was one of the most produced and widely used variants of the BR.20, being introduced in 1936 and serving until 1945. In fact, the BR.20 also served with Japan during World War II, with 82 units sold to this nation, however the aircraft was highly criticized for the poor engine reliability and lacking firepower. In total 500 units of the BR.20 "Stork" were produced between 1936 and 1943.
It was introduced in Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica" alongside the initial Italian aviation tree The BR.20 has a superb bomb load and is quite strong, being able to carry more explosive ordnance than most other bombers. The defensive armament has excellent coverage; however, the dorsal gunner is quite exposed and commonly gets hit while in combat. It is very sluggish and the flight performance is inferior to most bombers at its BR. This is a very slow plane in Arcade and Realistic battles, and because these game modes are so short, by the time you reach your bombing target the match might even be over. The BR.20 is still however quite a treat to fly and is stable and well suited to Simulator. Another very interesting strategy the BR.20 DR is capable of is ironically, attacking other bombers. When the top & front gunner are pointed forward, the combined firepower of three 7.7 machine guns can surprise other bomber pilots especially if loaded with the AP-I belts.
General info
Flight performance
Max speed
at 4 000 m430 km/h
Turn time31 s
Max altitude7 000 m
Engine2 х Fiat A80 RC.41
TypeRadial
Cooling systemAir
Take-off weight14 t
| Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 4,000 m) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
| Stock | 410 | 398 | 7000 | 32.1 | 33.5 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 750 |
| Upgraded | 452 | 430 | 30.0 | 31.0 | 7.4 | 4.6 | ||
Details
| Features | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
| X | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
| Limits | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
| Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
| 675 | 310 | N/A | 428 | 280 | ~6 | ~3 |
| Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
| < 200 | < 200 | < 270 | > 335 |
| Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Setting 1 | ||
| Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
| 4,100 m | 1,000 hp | 1,163 hp |
Survivability and armour
Crew5 people
Speed of destruction
Structural675 km/h
Gear310 km/h
- No armour
- 6 self-sealing fuel tanks (2 in the frontal fuselage, mounted to the right, 2 in each wing)
- Can survive some hits from calibres below 23 mm
- Tail is prone to breaking easily
- Very good gunner positions for defensive coverage
Modifications and economy
Repair costBasic → Reference
AB212 → 290 
RB313 → 429
SB443 → 607
Total cost of modifications4 430 
2 700
Talisman cost300 
Crew training600
Experts2 100
Aces45
Research Aces110 000
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
20 / 40 / 80 %
100 / 100 / 100 %
| Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Armaments
Suspended armament
The B.R.20DR can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
- 12 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (600 kg total)
- 12 x 100 kg GP 100T bombs (1,200 kg total)
- 4 x 250 kg GP 250 bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg GP 500 bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 800 kg GP 800 bombs (1,600 kg total)
Defensive armament
2 х Turret7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun
Ammunition500 rounds
Fire rate900 shots/min
Turret2 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun
Ammunition1000 rounds
Fire rate900 shots/min
The B.R.20DR is defended by:
- 2 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine guns, dorsal turret (500 rpg = 1,000 total)
- 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, nose turret (500 rpg)
- 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, ventral turret (500 rpg)
Usage in battles
Air battles
The BR.20 DR is a very good bomber at its BR, at the start of battle climb to 3,000-4,500 m, and go to destroy the enemy bases, as everytime enemy fighters or other planes are gonna attack you, use your gunners to kill enemy planes, use Universal belt because it contains 1 tracer and 3 AP-I shells per belt. The AP-I shells are perfect for killing enemy planes because they can knock out the enemy pilot or set on fire the enemy planes. When you are near the enemy base, use your bomber sight for drop your bombs and after it return to the airfield to reload your bombs.
Ground battles
You can use the BR.20 DR in ground mode, use these following payloads: 4 x 250kg (GP 250) or 2 x 500 kg (GP 500) or 2 x 800kg (GP 800). After spawning with the BR.20 DR, stay at 900-1,500 m altitude and use your bomb sight to drop your bombs more accurately. Your bombs are very good so if the bombs happen to get close to enemy medium and heavy tanks, they can be very easily destroyed.
AB Mode
Like any bomber in Arcade Battles, they are the first too be destroyed, climb to 4,000 m-5,000 m and stay at that altitude and drop your bombs on enemy bases but remember that you can be destroyed very easily by enemy planes so be careful and check around you if they are incoming enemy planes.
Manual Engine Control
| MEC elements | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
| Oil | Water | Type | ||||
| Not controllable | Controllable Auto control available |
Controllable Auto control available |
Controllable Auto control available |
Separate | Not controllable 1 gear |
Not controllable |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Good payload for its rank
- Fast in a dive
- Pitches very well
- Combination of roof & front turret and high spawn can easily disable enemy bombers
Cons:
- Rolls very badly, poor yaw
- Slow speed
History
The standard Italian bomber of World War 2, the B.R.20 was a technically advanced bomber for its time. More than 500 were produced over seven years, and it served on all of Italy's fronts, including Africa, Russia, the Mediterranean, and the Balkans. B.R.20s based in Belgium participated in the Battle of Britain, taking heavy losses.
Designed by Fiat's Celestino Rosatelli, the B.R.20 had a metal structure and duralumin/fabric covering. Its specifications had called for a top speed of 388 km/h, a bomb load of 1,200 kg, and a range of 960 km, all of which it easily surpassed. Two modified B.R.20s competed in the 1937 Istres-Damascus-Paris air race, but did not win. In 1939, another modified B.R.20 set an endurance record for a 4,800 km flight from Rome to Addis Ababa, averaging more than 400 km/h along the route.
From 1937 to 1939 B.R.20s served in the Spanish Civil War. The model did less well in the Battle of Britain, where the Italian air corps lost a quarter of its 80 B.R.20Ms in their first 300 hours in the air. The model continued to be produced until 1942.
Media
- Skins
- Videos
Realistic: B.R.20DR [Fun Ugly Duckling] - Jengar
Update 1.69 - B.R.20DR0k - TheEuropeanCanadian
See also
- Related development
- Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
External links
- [Devblog] Fiat BR.20 DR - A Ruthless Warbird
- Official data sheet - more details about the performance
- [Wikipedia] Fiat BR.20
| Fiat Aviation (Fiat Aviazione) | |
|---|---|
| Fighters | CR.32 · CR.32 bis · CR.32 quater |
| CR.42 · Marcolin's C.R.42 CN · ▀Marcolin's C.R.42 CN | |
| G.50 serie 2 · G.50 AS serie 7 | |
| G.55 sottoserie 0 · G.55 serie 1 · G.55S | |
| G.56 | |
| Jet fighters | G.91 pre-serie · G.91 R/1 · G.91 Y · G.91 YS |
| ▄F-86K* | |
| ▄F-104G* · F-104S* · F-104S.ASA* · ▄F-104S TAF* | |
| Strike aircraft | F.C.20 Bis |
| Bombers | B.R.20DR · B.R.20M M1 |
| Export/Captured | J11 · ▀CR.42 |
| ▀G.50 serie 2 · ▀G.50 AS serie 7 | |
| ◄G.91 R/3 · ◄G.91 R/4 · G.91 R/4 | |
| *Licensed | |
| See also | North American Aviation · Lockheed Martin |
| Italy bombers | |
|---|---|
| Fiat | B.R.20DR · B.R.20M M1 |
| Savoia-Marchetti | S.81 · S.M.79 serie 1 · S.M.79 B · S.M.79 serie 8 · S.M.79 AS · S.M.79 bis/T.M |
| CANT | Z.1007 bis serie 3 · Z.1007 bis serie 5 |
| Piaggio | P.108B serie 1 · P.108B serie 2 |
| Foreign: | |
| Germany | ▄Ju 87 R-2 · ▄Ju 87 D-3 |
| Hungary | ◔Tu-2S-59 |
