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{{Specs-Card|code=pe-2-110}}
 
 
{{About
 
{{About
 
| about = Soviet frontline bomber '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
 
| about = Soviet frontline bomber '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
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| usage = other versions
 
| link = Pe-2 (Family)
 
| link = Pe-2 (Family)
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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
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[[File:GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
 
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet frontline/dive bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.29.
 
  
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The Pe-2 fulfils much the same attack craft role as the IL-2. While the guns are mostly .50 calibre and therefore worse than the IL-2's, it can carry much heavier bombs, allowing it to destroy targets in one hit that an IL-2 might take two or three bombs to destroy. Additionally, its nose-mounted weaponry and fact that it spawns at bomber altitude in most maps make it a surprisingly effective hit&run bomber. However, as in other attack craft, you should have a friendly cover you whenever possible. While it has defensive guns and is faster than the Sturmovik, it is still very vulnerable when caught alone. Additionally, it is very vulnerable to diving attacks due to its dorsal-mounted fuel tank. The inclusion of a 12.7 mm UB machine gun allows with a good aim to kill tanks and light pillboxes, which can be very useful in certain situations.
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The Pe-2 fulfils much the same attack aircraft role as the IL-2. While the guns are mostly .50 calibre and therefore worse than the IL-2's, it can carry much heavier bombs, allowing it to destroy targets in one hit that an IL-2 might take two or three bombs to destroy. Additionally, its nose-mounted weaponry and fact that it spawns at bomber altitude in most maps make it a surprisingly effective hit&run bomber. However, as in other attack craft, you should have a friendly cover you whenever possible. While it has defensive guns and is faster than the Sturmovik, it is still very vulnerable when caught alone. Additionally, it is very vulnerable to diving attacks due to its dorsal-mounted fuel tank. The inclusion of a 12.7 mm UB machine gun allows with a good aim to destroy tanks and light pillboxes, which can be very useful in certain situations.
  
 
The defensive armament on this plane is nothing spectacular and only allows for one to two guns to shot at an incoming airplane at a time. this will not stop most fighters without a lucky hit however it can discourage fighters from making slow approaches onto your tail. As such this plane should always be using its speed to its advantage.
 
The defensive armament on this plane is nothing spectacular and only allows for one to two guns to shot at an incoming airplane at a time. this will not stop most fighters without a lucky hit however it can discourage fighters from making slow approaches onto your tail. As such this plane should always be using its speed to its advantage.
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== General info ==
 
== General info ==
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=== Flight Performance ===
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=== Flight performance ===
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! colspan="8" | ''Stock''
 
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 2,950 m)
 
! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 2,950 m)
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! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters)
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! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(metres)
 
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds)
 
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds)
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! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
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! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(metres/second)
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! rowspan="2" |Take-off run<br>(meters)
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! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(metres)
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
 
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| 463 || 448 || 8,000 || 30.1 || 31.3 || 6.0 || 6.0 || 326
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! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
 
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! Stock
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| 464 || 449 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 29.5 || 31.3 || 6.2 || 6.0 || rowspan="2" | 326
 
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 2,950 m)
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! Upgraded
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! rowspan="2" |Max altitude (meters)
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| 502 || 483 || 26.6 || 28.0 || 11.3 || 8.5
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! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
 
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! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
 
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! rowspan="2" |Take-off run (meters)
 
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
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| ? || ? || 8,000 || ??.? || ??.? || ?.? || ?.? || 326
 
 
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|}
 
|}
  
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====Details====
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==== Details ====
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! colspan="5" | Features
 
! colspan="5" | Features
 
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! Combat flap
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! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
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! Take-off flap
 
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! Landing flap
 
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! Air brakes
 
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! Arrestor gear
 
 
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| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X    <!-- ✓ -->
 
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X    <!-- ✓ -->
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! colspan="7" | Limits
 
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! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Combat flap<br> (km/h)
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! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
 
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
 
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
 
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! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
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! -
 
 
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| 740 || 450 || ??? || ~8 || ~4
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| {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 508 || 477 || 320 || ~11 || ~6
 
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! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
 
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! Ailerons<br>(km/h)
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! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
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! Rudder<br>(km/h)
 
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! Elevators<br>(km/h)
 
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! Radiator<br>(km/h)
 
 
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| < 380 || < 380 || < 440 || > 250
 
| < 380 || < 380 || < 440 || > 250
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! WEP Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
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| 2,000 m || 2,200 hp || 2,372 hp
 
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! colspan="3" | Setting 2
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! WEP Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
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| 4,000 m || 2,100 hp || 2,265 hp  
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| 4,000 m || 2,100 hp || 2,265 hp
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! Optimal altitude
 
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=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
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{{Specs-Avia-Armour}}
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* 8 mm Steel plate behind the pilot x 2
 
* 8 mm Steel plate behind the pilot x 2
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* Critical components located in front of aircraft (fuel, pilot, engine, controls)
 
* Critical components located in front of aircraft (fuel, pilot, engine, controls)
 
* More fuel tanks located in wings near fuselage
 
* More fuel tanks located in wings near fuselage
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=== Modifications and economy ===
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{{Specs-Economy}}
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In the first rank, unlock DZ-40 first to get more bomb payload variants. Your speed and climb rate take a hit with the new heavier payloads, so focus on Flight performance modules. The remaining upgrades can be chosen and upgraded in any order.
  
 
== Armaments ==
 
== Armaments ==
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{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
 
=== Offensive armament ===
 
=== Offensive armament ===
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{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}
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<!-- ''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|Berezin UB (12.7 mm)|ShKAS (7.62 mm)}}
 
{{main|Berezin UB (12.7 mm)|ShKAS (7.62 mm)}}
  
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=== Suspended armament ===
 
=== Suspended armament ===
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<!-- ''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.'' -->
  
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can carry the following payload options:
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
  
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* 6 x 100 kg FAB-100 bombs (600 kg total)
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* 4 x 100 kg FAB-100 bombs + 2 x 250 kg FAB-250M43 bombs (900 kg total)
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* 4 x 250 kg FAB-250M43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 2 x 500 kg FAB-500 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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| rowspan="9" width="30%" | <div class="ttx-image">[[File:Hardpoints_Pe-2-31.png]]</div>
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* 10 x 132 mm RS-132 rockets
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* 10 x 132 mm RBS-132 rockets
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! [[FAB-100M-43 (100 kg)|100 kg FAB-100M-43]] bombs
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! [[FAB-250M-43 (250 kg)|250 kg FAB-250M-43]] bombs
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| || || 1 || 1 || || 1 || 1 || ||
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! [[BRAB-250 (250 kg)|250 kg BRAB-250]] bombs
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| || || 1 || 1 || || 1 || 1 || ||
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! [[FAB-500M-43 (500 kg)|500 kg FAB-500M-43]] bombs
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| || || || 1 || || 1 || || ||
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! [[BRAB-500 (500 kg)|500 kg BRAB-500]] bombs
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| || || || 1 || || 1 || || ||
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! [[M-13UK]] rockets
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| 5 || || || || || || || || 5
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! [[RBS-132]] rockets
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| 5 || || || || || || || || 5
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| colspan="10" | Maximum permissible loadout weight: 1,050 kg
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{{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
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{{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
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* Without load
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* 6 x 100 kg FAB-100M-43 bombs (600 kg total)
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* 10 x 100 kg FAB-100M-43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 4 x 250 kg FAB-250M-43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 4 x 250 kg BRAB-250 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 2 x 500 kg BRAB-500 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 10 x M-13UK rockets
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* 10 x RBS-132 rockets
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{{Navigation-End}}
  
 
=== Defensive armament ===
 
=== Defensive armament ===
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{{Specs-Avia-Defensive}}
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<!-- ''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.'' -->
 
{{main|Berezin UB (12.7 mm)|ShKAS (7.62 mm)}}
 
{{main|Berezin UB (12.7 mm)|ShKAS (7.62 mm)}}
  
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can defend with:
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by:
  
 
* 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, dorsal turret (200 rpg)
 
* 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, dorsal turret (200 rpg)
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* 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, ventral turret (200 rpg)
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* 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, ventral turret (230 rpg)
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* 1 x 7.62 mm ShKAS machine gun, 2 x beam turret (225 rpg = 450 total)
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* 1 x 7.62 mm ShKAS machine gun, 2 x beam turrets (225 rpg)
  
 
== Usage in battles ==
 
== Usage in battles ==
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Most versatile and useful payload variant is the ''2 x 250 kg + 4 x 100 kg'' option. Those dual outside mounted 250 kg bombs do NOT drop in pairs as usual (RB/SB effect). The same applies to 2 x 500 kg payload. Each one drops single upon pressing the release button. Beware though: The unlockable payload options take a big toll on climb rate, acceleration and speed. For a quick and speedy mission, the stock six times 100 kg bombs all mounted inside remains a very good choice.
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The Pe-2-110 still lacks in defensive armament, with a rear-facing 12.7 mm being your main deterrent (the 7.62 mm side MGs don't offer much damage output or arc of fire). The front-facing armament still isn't impressive, but it's capable of strafing out open-top targets such as unaware SPAA or light vehicles such as the [[R3 T20 FA-HS]], as well as being somewhat effective against fighters. Having allies about is still your best defence.
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[[File:BomberImage_Pe-2X-ray.jpg|thumbnail|X-Ray view of the Peshka's modules. Note the very big fuel tanks placed all over the plane.]]
 
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The ten rockets payload is worth a look too. If compared to the highest quantity bomb loads with six single drops each. This option can engage four targets more in Arcade, but one less than in RB/SB as the rockets are fired in pairs. The RS-132 is derived from the Katyusha artillery and therefore quite potent. However, 100 kg of bombs are stronger in overall strength and depending on the terrain easier to deliver. Rockets however only require aim with the crosshair, allowing for an unobstructed view and a direct approach. Especially the former point is on often overlooked advantage. A third difference is the delivery time, rockets are just faster at the target. A big advantage versus moving targets. And they can double as anti-air armament, a department where the Pe-2s are severely lacking. In Mixed battles, the 2 x 500 kg option is the most potent, as a single bomb can easily destroy any target and allows for a respectable 2 kills per sortie.
 
  
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===Manual Engine Control===
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The Pe-2 is capable in Air RB as well as Ground RB due to its varied payload options. For air battles, any load will be effective (albeit the unlockable ones take a big toll on climb rate, acceleration and speed). The 6 x 100 kg option will still be a good choice for a quick and speedy mission. In ground battles, the 2 x 250 kg + 4 x 100 kg option and the 2 x 500 kg option are the best; it is recommended to use the 500 kg option if you are not as comfortable with bombs. These bombs do not drop in pairs. The -110 also has the option of carrying 10 x RS-132 or RBS-132 rockets on the wings. They are very difficult to aim, but can offer great results when used properly.
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=== Manual Engine Control ===
 
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! rowspan="2" |Supercharger
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! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
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! rowspan="2" |Turbocharger
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! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger
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! Oil
 
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! Water
 
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! Type
 
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===Modules===
 
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! colspan="2" | Flight performance
 
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! colspan="1" | Survivability
 
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! colspan="3" | Weaponry
 
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| I
 
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| Fuselage Repair
 
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| Radiator
 
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| Turret 7 mm
 
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| Offensive 7 mm
 
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| DZ-40
 
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| II
 
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| Compressor
 
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| Airframe
 
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| New 7 mm MGs (turret)
 
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| New 7 mm MGs
 
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| III
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! Oil !! Water !! Type
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| Wings Repair
 
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| Engine
 
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| Turret 12 mm
 
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| Offensive 12 mm
 
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| RO-132
 
 
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| IV
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| Controllable || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Auto control available || Separate || Controllable<br>2 gears || Not controllable
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| Engine Injection
 
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| Cover
 
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| New 12 mm MGs (turret)
 
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| New 12 mm MGs
 
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The first rank of upgrades are rather uninteresting. Take either two out of three to unlock research for Tier 2.
 
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''DZ-40'' first to unlock more bomb payload variants. Afterwards the only thing to worry about is performance. Acceleration takes a hit with the new heavier payloads.
 
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Useful and in order of research are: ''Compressor'', ''Engine'', ''RO-132 (rockets)'', ''Wings repair'', ''Engine Injection'' & ''Cover''. The remaining upgrades can be chosen and upgraded in any order.
 
  
 
=== Pros and cons ===
 
=== Pros and cons ===
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'''Pros:'''
 
'''Pros:'''
  
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* Fast for a medium bomber
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* High wing rip speed
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* Near-infinite WEP (in RB)
 
* Has front facing armament
 
* Has front facing armament
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* Gets bomber timers
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* Air start
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* Air start  
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* Utilizes bomb sight
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* Utilizes bomb sight  
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* Can be used as a dive bomber to accurately destroy ground targets
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* Good rip speed
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* Gets bomber reload time (in AB)
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* Fast for a medium bomber
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* Can be used as a dive bomber to accurately destroy ground targets  
 
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* Near-infinite WEP (in RB)  
 
  
 
'''Cons:'''
 
'''Cons:'''
  
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* Can not out run fighters  
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* Can not out run fighters
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* Less effective bomb loadouts
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* Limited bomb payload options
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* Less effective defensive firepower
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* Weak defensive firepower
 
* Easily catches fire
 
* Easily catches fire
  
 
== History ==
 
== History ==
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[[File:Petlyakov Pe-2 Peshka (14467132393).jpg|thumbnail|Two Peshkas flying in formation. Likely to be two more out of the picture and therefore part of a flight of Pe-2s.]]
 
[[File:Petlyakov Pe-2 Peshka (14467132393).jpg|thumbnail|Two Peshkas flying in formation. Likely to be two more out of the picture and therefore part of a flight of Pe-2s.]]
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Originally, the Petlyakov Pe-2 was not supposed to be a bomber at all. Its direct predecessor, designated VI-100, was designed by a prison design bureau team led by Vladimir Petlyakov as a high-altitude escort fighter. The VI-100 was very modern for its time, featuring a pressurized two-seat cockpit, electrically actuated systems and all-metal construction, and was powered by two supercharged Klimov M-105 V-12 inline engines producing 1100 horsepower each. The prototype was completed in 1939 and during its first test flight on 7th May 1939, it reached a top speed of 627.6 kph (390 mph) – an astounding performance for its time.  The results of flight tests were so promising that the VI-100 was ordered into production.
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Originally, the Petlyakov Pe-2 was not supposed to be a bomber at all. Its direct predecessor, designated VI-100, was designed by a prison design bureau team led by Vladimir Petlyakov as a high-altitude escort fighter. The VI-100 was very modern for its time, featuring a pressurized two-seat cockpit, electrically actuated systems and all-metal construction, and was powered by two supercharged Klimov M-105 V-12 inline engines producing 1,100 horsepower each. The prototype was completed in 1939 and during its first test flight on 7th May 1939, it reached a top speed of 627.6 km/h (390 mph) – an astounding performance for its time.  The results of flight tests were so promising that the VI-100 was ordered into production.
  
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However, Germany launched the “Blitzkrieg“ campaign in September 1939. Aside from their revolutionary usage of tanks, the campaign in Poland featured notable usage of Ju 87 dive bombers and showed their potential. Consequently, the Soviet authorities ordered the VI-100 to be redesigned as a dive bomber. Pressurization equipment and engine superchargers were removed, dive brakes were installed under the wings and the bombardier position was added to the nose of the aircraft(raising the number of crew members to three). A ventral bomb bay was added along with the two smaller bomb positions located at the rear of engine nacelles.  Two rear-facing turrets, each armed by a single ShKAS machine gun, were installed to dorsal and ventral positions. Resulting aircraft, able to carry up to 1600 kg / 3520 lbs of bombs, was designated PB-100. The first prototype flew on 15th December 1940 and its performance (top speed of 540.7 kph/336 mph) was so good that Vladimir Petlyakov was released and the aircraft was named after him, thus receiving the designation Petlyakov Pe-2. The bomber was then rushed into serial production and deliveries to combat units began in the spring of 1941. The deliveries were, however, slow and by the time of the German invasion in June 1941, only about 458 Pe-2’s were delivered.
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However, Germany launched the "Blitzkrieg" campaign in September 1939. Aside from their revolutionary usage of tanks, the campaign in Poland featured notable usage of Ju 87 dive bombers and showed their potential. Consequently, the Soviet authorities ordered the VI-100 to be redesigned as a dive bomber. Pressurization equipment and engine superchargers were removed, dive brakes were installed under the wings and the bombardier position was added to the nose of the aircraft(raising the number of crew members to three). A ventral bomb bay was added along with the two smaller bomb positions located at the rear of engine nacelles.  Two rear-facing turrets, each armed by a single ShKAS machine gun, were installed to dorsal and ventral positions. Resulting aircraft, able to carry up to 1,600 kg (3,520 lb) of bombs, was designated PB-100. The first prototype flew on 15th December 1940 and its performance (top speed of 540.7 km/h / 336 mph) was so good that Vladimir Petlyakov was released and the aircraft was named after him, thus receiving the designation Petlyakov Pe-2. The bomber was then rushed into serial production and deliveries to combat units began in the spring of 1941. The deliveries were, however, slow and by the time of the German invasion in June 1941, only about 458 Pe-2's were delivered.
  
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The Pe-2, nicknamed Peshka („Pawn“) by its crews, quickly proved itself to be an effective dive bomber and together with the Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik attacker, it became the most important offensive weapon of the Soviet Army Air Force. The bomber was fast and agile enough to be an elusive target for German fighters and also proved its versatility – it was used for reconnaissance and artillery spotting and also became the basis for the [[Pe-3bis|Pe-3]] heavy fighter. Losses were heavy, however. Crews often complained about a lack of armour protection for the cockpit and fuel tanks as well as poor defensive armament and unreliable dive brakes, which sometimes failed to retract and allowed top speeds of only around 300 kph (186.4 mph), making the fast bomber easy prey.
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The Pe-2, nicknamed Peshka ("Pawn") by its crews, quickly proved itself to be an effective dive bomber and together with the Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik attacker, it became the most important offensive weapon of the Soviet Army Air Force. The bomber was fast and agile enough to be an elusive target for German fighters and also proved its versatility – it was used for reconnaissance and artillery spotting and also became the basis for the [[Pe-3bis|Pe-3]] heavy fighter. Losses were heavy, however. Crews often complained about a lack of armour protection for the cockpit and fuel tanks as well as poor defensive armament and unreliable dive brakes, which sometimes failed to retract and allowed top speeds of only around 300 km/h (186.4 mph), making the fast bomber easy prey.
  
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In June 1942, a new Toropov VUB-1 (a.k.a. B-270) upper turret mount began production. It began to be installed on all aircraft from series 110 onward. The VUB-1 was a shielded turret with a 200-round UBT machine gun and continuous belt feeding.
 
In June 1942, a new Toropov VUB-1 (a.k.a. B-270) upper turret mount began production. It began to be installed on all aircraft from series 110 onward. The VUB-1 was a shielded turret with a 200-round UBT machine gun and continuous belt feeding.
  
 
The new turret provided considerably more comfortable working conditions for the crew than the primitive FT turret, which had left the cockpit virtually half-open. It was found that even physically strong gunners had difficulty turning the gun barrel at wide angles during flights. The new turret had an aerodynamic trim in the shape of two petals over the screen. Due to the aerodynamic trims of the VUB-1, the radio antenna mast had to be moved from the port side of the navigator's cockpit to the aircraft's central axial line.
 
The new turret provided considerably more comfortable working conditions for the crew than the primitive FT turret, which had left the cockpit virtually half-open. It was found that even physically strong gunners had difficulty turning the gun barrel at wide angles during flights. The new turret had an aerodynamic trim in the shape of two petals over the screen. Due to the aerodynamic trims of the VUB-1, the radio antenna mast had to be moved from the port side of the navigator's cockpit to the aircraft's central axial line.
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The VUB-1 turret was a significant improvement in the Pe-2's defensive capabilities. It is this variant that is quite often called the "Pe-2FT" by mistake, even though it has nothing to do with the FT turret.
 
The VUB-1 turret was a significant improvement in the Pe-2's defensive capabilities. It is this variant that is quite often called the "Pe-2FT" by mistake, even though it has nothing to do with the FT turret.
  
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In early 1943, beginning with series 179, all production bombers obtained new high-powered 1,180 hp M-105PF engines with a lower critical altitude. Planes from earlier production series operating on the front lines were also equipped with M-105PF engines.
 
In early 1943, beginning with series 179, all production bombers obtained new high-powered 1,180 hp M-105PF engines with a lower critical altitude. Planes from earlier production series operating on the front lines were also equipped with M-105PF engines.
  
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A total of 2,392 Pe-2 aircraft were produced in 1942, which is more than four factories had produced a year earlier. This was partially due to the simplification of certain assemblies and removal of some equipment. Since the autumn of 1941, an RPK-2 radio compass and target finding device was installed on one plane out of three; from July 1942 on, a radio transmitter was mounted on every third plane; the rest had only receivers.[[File:Cockpit_Pe-2.jpg|thumbnail|right|Cockpit with translated gauges.]]
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A total of 2,392 Pe-2 aircraft were produced in 1942, which is more than four factories had produced a year earlier. This was partially due to the simplification of certain assemblies and removal of some equipment. Since the autumn of 1941, an RPK-2 radio compass and target finding device was installed on one plane out of three; from July 1942 on, a radio transmitter was mounted on every third plane; the rest had only receivers.
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This page is about the Soviet frontline bomber Pe-2-110. For other versions, see Pe-2 (Family).
Pe-2-110
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GarageImage Pe-2-110.jpg
Pe-2-110
USSR flag.png USSR
III Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
4.0 3.7 4.3
Class:
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Description

The Pe-2-110 Peshka is a rank III Soviet bomber with a battle rating of 4.0 (AB), 3.7 (RB), and 4.3 (SB). It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.

The Pe-2 fulfils much the same attack aircraft role as the IL-2. While the guns are mostly .50 calibre and therefore worse than the IL-2's, it can carry much heavier bombs, allowing it to destroy targets in one hit that an IL-2 might take two or three bombs to destroy. Additionally, its nose-mounted weaponry and fact that it spawns at bomber altitude in most maps make it a surprisingly effective hit&run bomber. However, as in other attack craft, you should have a friendly cover you whenever possible. While it has defensive guns and is faster than the Sturmovik, it is still very vulnerable when caught alone. Additionally, it is very vulnerable to diving attacks due to its dorsal-mounted fuel tank. The inclusion of a 12.7 mm UB machine gun allows with a good aim to destroy tanks and light pillboxes, which can be very useful in certain situations.

The defensive armament on this plane is nothing spectacular and only allows for one to two guns to shot at an incoming airplane at a time. this will not stop most fighters without a lucky hit however it can discourage fighters from making slow approaches onto your tail. As such this plane should always be using its speed to its advantage.

General info

Flight performance

Air brakes
Allows you to dramatically reduce the flight speed by releasing special flaps
Max speed
at 2 950 m483 km/h
Turn time28 s
Max altitude8 000 m
Engine2 х Klimov VK-105R
TypeInline
Cooling systemWater
Take-off weight9 t
Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 2,950 m) 		Max altitude
(metres) 		Turn time
(seconds) 		Rate of climb
(metres/second) 		Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 464 449 8000 29.5 31.3 6.2 6.0 326
Upgraded 502 483 26.6 28.0 11.3 8.5

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ X
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
740 450 508 477 320 ~11 ~6
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< 380 < 380 < 440 > 250
Compressor (RB/SB)
Setting 1
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
2,000 m 2,200 hp 2,372 hp
Setting 2
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
4,000 m 2,100 hp 2,265 hp

Survivability and armour

Crew3 people
Speed of destruction
Structural740 km/h
Gear450 km/h
  • 8 mm Steel plate behind the pilot x 2
  • 8 mm Steel plate in behind of dorsal gunner
  • 8 mm Steel plate in the ventral turret (bottom)
  • 8 mm Steel plate in the ventral turret (top/rear)
  • No armour glazing
  • Critical components located in front of aircraft (fuel, pilot, engine, controls)
  • More fuel tanks located in wings near fuselage

Modifications and economy

Repair costBasic → Reference
AB1 152 → 1 492 Sl icon.png
RB2 300 → 2 980 Sl icon.png
SB4 565 → 5 916 Sl icon.png
Total cost of modifications26 950 Rp icon.png
48 800 Sl icon.png
Talisman cost1 100 Ge icon.png
Crew training22 000 Sl icon.png
Experts76 000 Sl icon.png
Aces500 Ge icon.png
Research Aces320 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
80 / 170 / 310 % Sl icon.png
142 / 142 / 142 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
Mods aerodinamic fuse.png
Fuselage repair
Research:
990 Rp icon.png
Cost:
1 800 Sl icon.png
120 Ge icon.png
Mods radiator.png
Radiator
Research:
990 Rp icon.png
Cost:
1 800 Sl icon.png
120 Ge icon.png
Mods armor frame.png
Airframe
Research:
1 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods compressor.png
Compressor
Research:
1 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods aerodinamic wing.png
Wings repair
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mods new engine.png
Engine
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mods armor cover.png
Cover
Research:
2 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
240 Ge icon.png
Mods metanol.png
Engine injection
Research:
2 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
240 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
shkas_turret_belt_pack
Research:
990 Rp icon.png
Cost:
1 800 Sl icon.png
120 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods ammo.png
shkas_belt_pack
Research:
990 Rp icon.png
Cost:
1 800 Sl icon.png
120 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
DZ-40
Research:
990 Rp icon.png
Cost:
1 800 Sl icon.png
120 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 1.png
Mods turret gun.png
shkas_turret_new_gun
Research:
1 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods weapon.png
shkas_new_gun
Research:
1 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
ub_turret_belt_pack
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
ub_turret_belt_pack
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods ammo.png
ub_belt_pack
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
ub_belt_pack
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon rocket.png
RO-132
Research:
1 200 Rp icon.png
Cost:
2 200 Sl icon.png
145 Ge icon.png
Mods turret gun.png
ub_turret_new_gun
Research:
2 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
240 Ge icon.png
Mods weapon.png
ub_new_gun
Research:
2 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
240 Ge icon.png

In the first rank, unlock DZ-40 first to get more bomb payload variants. Your speed and climb rate take a hit with the new heavier payloads, so focus on Flight performance modules. The remaining upgrades can be chosen and upgraded in any order.

Armaments

Offensive armament

Main articles: Berezin UB (12.7 mm), ShKAS (7.62 mm)

The Pe-2-110 is armed with:

  • 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, nose-mounted (150 rpg)
  • 1 x 7.62 mm ShKAS machine gun, nose-mounted (450 rpg)

Suspended armament

The Pe-2-110 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Hardpoints Pe-2-31.png
100 kg FAB-100M-43 bombs 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
250 kg FAB-250M-43 bombs 1 1 1 1
250 kg BRAB-250 bombs 1 1 1 1
500 kg FAB-500M-43 bombs 1 1
500 kg BRAB-500 bombs 1 1
M-13UK rockets 5 5
RBS-132 rockets 5 5
Maximum permissible loadout weight: 1,050 kg
Default weapon presets
  • Without load
  • 6 x 100 kg FAB-100M-43 bombs (600 kg total)
  • 10 x 100 kg FAB-100M-43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 4 x 250 kg FAB-250M-43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 4 x 250 kg BRAB-250 bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-43 bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 2 x 500 kg BRAB-500 bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 10 x M-13UK rockets
  • 10 x RBS-132 rockets

Defensive armament

Main articles: Berezin UB (12.7 mm), ShKAS (7.62 mm)

The Pe-2-110 is defended by:

  • 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, dorsal turret (200 rpg)
  • 1 x 12.7 mm Berezin UB machine gun, ventral turret (230 rpg)
  • 1 x 7.62 mm ShKAS machine gun, 2 x beam turrets (225 rpg)

Usage in battles

The Pe-2-110 still lacks in defensive armament, with a rear-facing 12.7 mm being your main deterrent (the 7.62 mm side MGs don't offer much damage output or arc of fire). The front-facing armament still isn't impressive, but it's capable of strafing out open-top targets such as unaware SPAA or light vehicles such as the R3 T20 FA-HS, as well as being somewhat effective against fighters. Having allies about is still your best defence.

The Pe-2 is capable in Air RB as well as Ground RB due to its varied payload options. For air battles, any load will be effective (albeit the unlockable ones take a big toll on climb rate, acceleration and speed). The 6 x 100 kg option will still be a good choice for a quick and speedy mission. In ground battles, the 2 x 250 kg + 4 x 100 kg option and the 2 x 500 kg option are the best; it is recommended to use the 500 kg option if you are not as comfortable with bombs. These bombs do not drop in pairs. The -110 also has the option of carrying 10 x RS-132 or RBS-132 rockets on the wings. They are very difficult to aim, but can offer great results when used properly.

Manual Engine Control

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

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Fast for a medium bomber
  • High wing rip speed
  • Near-infinite WEP (in RB)
  • Has front facing armament
  • Air start
  • Utilizes bomb sight
  • Can be used as a dive bomber to accurately destroy ground targets
  • Gets bomber reload time (in AB)


Cons:

  • Can not out run fighters
  • Limited bomb payload options
  • Weak defensive firepower
  • Easily catches fire

History

Two Peshkas flying in formation. Likely to be two more out of the picture and therefore part of a flight of Pe-2s.

Originally, the Petlyakov Pe-2 was not supposed to be a bomber at all. Its direct predecessor, designated VI-100, was designed by a prison design bureau team led by Vladimir Petlyakov as a high-altitude escort fighter. The VI-100 was very modern for its time, featuring a pressurized two-seat cockpit, electrically actuated systems and all-metal construction, and was powered by two supercharged Klimov M-105 V-12 inline engines producing 1,100 horsepower each. The prototype was completed in 1939 and during its first test flight on 7th May 1939, it reached a top speed of 627.6 km/h (390 mph) – an astounding performance for its time. The results of flight tests were so promising that the VI-100 was ordered into production.

However, Germany launched the "Blitzkrieg" campaign in September 1939. Aside from their revolutionary usage of tanks, the campaign in Poland featured notable usage of Ju 87 dive bombers and showed their potential. Consequently, the Soviet authorities ordered the VI-100 to be redesigned as a dive bomber. Pressurization equipment and engine superchargers were removed, dive brakes were installed under the wings and the bombardier position was added to the nose of the aircraft(raising the number of crew members to three). A ventral bomb bay was added along with the two smaller bomb positions located at the rear of engine nacelles. Two rear-facing turrets, each armed by a single ShKAS machine gun, were installed to dorsal and ventral positions. Resulting aircraft, able to carry up to 1,600 kg (3,520 lb) of bombs, was designated PB-100. The first prototype flew on 15th December 1940 and its performance (top speed of 540.7 km/h / 336 mph) was so good that Vladimir Petlyakov was released and the aircraft was named after him, thus receiving the designation Petlyakov Pe-2. The bomber was then rushed into serial production and deliveries to combat units began in the spring of 1941. The deliveries were, however, slow and by the time of the German invasion in June 1941, only about 458 Pe-2's were delivered.

The Pe-2, nicknamed Peshka ("Pawn") by its crews, quickly proved itself to be an effective dive bomber and together with the Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik attacker, it became the most important offensive weapon of the Soviet Army Air Force. The bomber was fast and agile enough to be an elusive target for German fighters and also proved its versatility – it was used for reconnaissance and artillery spotting and also became the basis for the Pe-3 heavy fighter. Losses were heavy, however. Crews often complained about a lack of armour protection for the cockpit and fuel tanks as well as poor defensive armament and unreliable dive brakes, which sometimes failed to retract and allowed top speeds of only around 300 km/h (186.4 mph), making the fast bomber easy prey.


Archive of the in-game description

In June 1942, a new Toropov VUB-1 (a.k.a. B-270) upper turret mount began production. It began to be installed on all aircraft from series 110 onward. The VUB-1 was a shielded turret with a 200-round UBT machine gun and continuous belt feeding.

The new turret provided considerably more comfortable working conditions for the crew than the primitive FT turret, which had left the cockpit virtually half-open. It was found that even physically strong gunners had difficulty turning the gun barrel at wide angles during flights. The new turret had an aerodynamic trim in the shape of two petals over the screen. Due to the aerodynamic trims of the VUB-1, the radio antenna mast had to be moved from the port side of the navigator's cockpit to the aircraft's central axial line.

The VUB-1 turret was a significant improvement in the Pe-2's defensive capabilities. It is this variant that is quite often called the "Pe-2FT" by mistake, even though it has nothing to do with the FT turret.

Aluminum deficiencies forced the designers to search for replacements for the Pe-2's all-metal assemblies. Beginning with series 115, some aircraft were manufactured with a wooden fuselage tail section and stabilizer. Due to a shortage of organic glass, the area of the cockpit's glazing was significantly reduced. First to disappear was the transparent patch at the front, then the small rectangular blisters on the top of the tail section; then the glazing on the side of the nose section was gradually narrowed. As a result, only a smooth glazing panel was left in the lower nose section.

In early 1943, beginning with series 179, all production bombers obtained new high-powered 1,180 hp M-105PF engines with a lower critical altitude. Planes from earlier production series operating on the front lines were also equipped with M-105PF engines.

A total of 2,392 Pe-2 aircraft were produced in 1942, which is more than four factories had produced a year earlier. This was partially due to the simplification of certain assemblies and removal of some equipment. Since the autumn of 1941, an RPK-2 radio compass and target finding device was installed on one plane out of three; from July 1942 on, a radio transmitter was mounted on every third plane; the rest had only receivers.


Media

Skins
Images
Cockpit with translated gauges

See also

Related development
Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era

External links


V.M. Petlyakov Design Bureau (Опытное конструкторское бюро Петлякова)
Fighters  Pe-3 (e) · Pe-3 · Pe-3bis
Bombers  Pe-2-1 · Pe-2-31 · Pe-2-83 · Pe-2-110 · Pe-2-205 · Pe-2-359 · Pe-8

USSR bombers
SB and Ar  SB 2M-100 · SB 2M-103 · SB 2M-103 MV-3 · SB 2M-103U · SB 2M-103U MV-3 · SB 2M-105 · Ar-2
Yer-2 (petrol)  Yer-2 (M-105) · Yer-2 (M-105) TAT · Yer-2 (M-105R) TAT · Yer-2 (M-105R) LU
Yer-2 (diesel)  Yer-2 (ACh-30B) (e) · Yer-2 (ACh-30B) (l)
Tu  Tu-2 · Tu-2S · Tu-2S-44 · Tu-2S-59 · Tu-4
Pe  Pe-2-1 · Pe-2-31 · Pe-2-83 · Pe-2-110 · Pe-2-205 · Pe-2-359 · Pe-8
IL  DB-3B · IL-4
Po  Po-2 · Po-2M
Other  MBR-2-M-34 · TB-3M-17-32 · Yak-4 · Be-6
Lend-Lease  ▂PBY-5A Catalina · ▂Hampden TB Mk I · ▂A-20G-30 · ▂B-25J-30

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