Difference between revisions of "G5N1"

From War Thunder Wiki
Jump to: navigation, search
Visual (beta)Wikitext
(Added basic information and tables.)
Line 2: Line 2:
  
 
== Description ==
 
== Description ==
−
''In the description, the first part needs to be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert screenshot of the vehicle. If the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle it is talking about.''
+
<!--''In the description, the first part needs to be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert screenshot of the vehicle. If the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle it is talking about.''-->
  
 +
[[File:GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
 +
{{break}}
 +
The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a Rank {{Specs|rank}} Japanese heavy bomber {{Battle-rating|2}}. This aircraft was introduced in Update 1.29.
 +
 +
The G5N1 serves as one of Japan's true heavy bombers. Featuring a massive air frame and four Mitsubishi MK4B Kasei-12 fourteen-cylinder air-cooled engines, The G5N1 is easily the hardest plane to maneuver in War Thunder. It makes up for this with its massive 3,200 kg payload. Since this aircraft is so large and cumbersome, its only true purpose is destroying heavy targets. In realistic battles, the tactics depend entirely on the map. Maps like Midway and New Guinea feature enemy airfields, which should be the main target. Other maps like Saipan have no airfields or mini base targets, so you will be forced to improvise. Since the G5N1 can carry a payload of 3,200 kg, it is possible to destroy multiple aircraft carriers. Target these instead of attempting to destroy smaller targets like tanks or pillboxes. Attacking the carriers can be a futile effort because to successfully bomb multiple carriers one needs to fly very low, thus exposing the bomber to enemy anti-aircraft fire. Try to come in on an attack run fast, because the enemy fleet will easily pick you off if traveling slowly.
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
 
=== Flight Performance ===
 
=== Flight Performance ===
−
''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, maneuverability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
+
<!--''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, maneuverability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''-->
 +
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="8" | Characteristics
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="8" | ''Stock''
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 7,620 m)
 +
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters)
 +
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds)
 +
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
 +
! rowspan="2" |Take-off run<br>(meters)
 +
|-
 +
! ABN1K2-J
 +
! RB
 +
! AB
 +
! RB
 +
! AB
 +
! RB
 +
|-
 +
| 489 || 483 || {{Specs|ceiling}} || 25.5 || 25.9 || 3.3 || 4.7 || 489
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded''
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 7,620 m)
 +
! rowspan="2" |Max altitude (meters)
 +
! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
 +
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
 +
! rowspan="2" |Take-off run (meters)
 +
|-
 +
! AB
 +
! RB
 +
! AB
 +
! RB
 +
! AB
 +
! RB
 +
|-
 +
| 538 || 512 || {{Specs|ceiling}} || 23.5 || 24.4 || 12.9 || 8.2 || 489
 +
|-
 +
|}
 +
 
 +
====Details====
 +
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="5" | Features
 +
|-
 +
! Combat flap
 +
! Take-off flap
 +
! Landing flap
 +
! Air brakes
 +
! Arrestor gear
 +
|-
 +
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X    <!-- ✓ -->
 +
|-
 +
|}
 +
 
 +
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="5" | Limits
 +
|-
 +
! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h)
 +
! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h)
 +
! rowspan="2" | Combat flap<br> (km/h)
 +
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
 +
|-
 +
! +
 +
! -
 +
|-
 +
| {{Specs|разрушение|конструкции}} || {{Specs|разрушение|шасси}} || 500 || ~1 || ~0
 +
|-
 +
|}
 +
 
 +
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities
 +
|-
 +
! Ailerons<br>(km/h)
 +
! Rudder<br>(km/h)
 +
! Elevators<br>(km/h)
 +
! Radiator<br>(km/h)
 +
|-
 +
| < 300 || < 180 || < 270 || > 220
 +
|-
 +
|}
 +
 
 +
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="3" | Compressor (RB/SB)
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="3" | Setting 1
 +
|-
 +
! Optimal altitude
 +
! 100% Engine power
 +
! WEP Engine power
 +
|-
 +
| 145 m || 6,978 hp || 7,777 hp
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="3" | Setting 2
 +
|-
 +
! Optimal altitude
 +
! 100% Engine power
 +
! WEP Engine power
 +
|-
 +
| 4,394 m || 6,394 hp || 7,127 hp
 +
|-
 +
<!--! colspan="3" | Setting 3
 +
|-
 +
! Optimal altitude
 +
! 100% Engine power
 +
! WEP Engine power
 +
|-
 +
| ?,??? m || ?,??? hp || ?,??? hp
 +
|- -->
 +
|}
  
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
−
''Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured. Describe the armour, if there is any, also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.''
+
<!--''Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured. Describe the armour, if there is any, also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.''-->
 +
* Pilot's seat, 13 mm of steel protection
 +
* Copilot's seat, 13 mm of steel protection
  
 
== Armaments ==
 
== Armaments ==
−
=== Offensive armament ===
+
<!--=== Offensive armament ===
 
''Describe the offensive armament of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.''
 
''Describe the offensive armament of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.''
 +
{{main|MAC 1934 (7.5 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)
 +
-->
 
=== Suspended armament ===
 
=== Suspended armament ===
−
''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.''
+
<!--''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.''-->
 +
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;''Main article:&nbsp;'''[[:Category:Suspended armaments|Bombs]]'''''
 +
 
 +
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 +
 
 +
* 24 x 60 kg Navy Type 97 Number 6 ground bombs (1,200 kg total)
 +
* 12 x 250 kg Navy Type Number 25 Model 2 bombs (3,000 kg total)
 +
* 4 x 800 kg Navy Type Number 80 Model 1 bombs (3,200 kg total)
  
 
=== Defensive armament ===
 
=== Defensive armament ===
−
''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available remove this subsection.''
+
<!--''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available remove this subsection.''-->
 +
{{main|Type 99 Model 1 navy (20 mm)|Type 97 navy (7.7 mm)}}
 +
 
 +
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by:
 +
 
 +
* 1 x 20 mm Type 99 Mk 1 cannon, dorsal turret (540 rpg)
 +
* 1 x 20 mm Type 99 Mk 1 cannon, tail turret (360 rpg)
 +
* 2 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, cheek turrets (697 rpg = 1,394 total)
 +
* 1 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, nose turret (679 rpg)
 +
* 1 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, ventral turret (679 rpg)
 +
* 1 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, 2 x beam turrets (582 rpg = 1,164 total)
  
 
== Usage in the battles ==
 
== 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).''
+
<!--''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).''-->
 +
If the "14 in mod 35" module isn't researched, the other two bomb options can still be viable. The 24 x 60 kg bomb option can be useful on the map New Guinea because the enemy team has several cargo ships and light cruisers. Both are soft targets and with 24 bombs it is very easy to destroy all of them. The map Zhengzhou features dozens of light and heavy pillboxes which are also easy targets for the G5N1. The 12 x 250 kg bomb option works the best here. It is also possible to use the 60 kg bombs but requires a direct hit to destroy a light pillbox. The benefit of the 250 kg bombs is the bomber can destroy pillboxes without direct hits and may occasionally destroy a nearby AAA or artillery piece. In arcade battles, the 4 x 800 kg bomb option is the best for destroying mini bases and the enemy airfield. Utilize the different bomb options depending on what your target is. For light targets like pillboxes and tanks use either the 60 kg or 250 kg bombs, and for heavy targets like bases and airfields use 800 kg bombs.
 +
 
 +
The G5N's downfalls are what makes this aircraft very hard to use. It is incredibly difficult to turn with in both arcade and realistic battles. This hinders your ability to drop your payload, thus making the G5N1 best at high altitude bombing. However, you will never be the only one high in the sky. This aircraft is incredibly vulnerable to all types of enemy fire both because of its sheer size and its mediocre defensive armament consisting of 20 mm cannons and 7.7 mm machine guns. The 20 mm cannon on the tail of this aircraft is virtually useless as it is unable to rotate left or right. If there is an enemy directly behind your aircraft it is possible to hit him with it but very difficult. Thus, the G5N1 must rely on a second 20 mm cannon in the dorsal position along with a host of 7.7 mm machine guns. Try to drop altitude to position the enemy in your dorsal gunner's range. Your best option to shake an enemy off of your tail is a teammate coming to help.
 +
 
 +
As with any bomber, if you're caught alone or off guard you are as good as dead. Also, having a fighter escort will boost RP gains drastically. This goes for all game modes. Generally, try to destroy as many targets as possible without wasting bombs. Use the G5N's strengths and attack the largest target possible, whether that be a mini base, carrier, or air base. Team up with other players and fly in a formation. This will help defensively as well as offensively, since you'll be able to completely destroy your target.
 +
 
 +
In countering a {{PAGENAME}}, one of the best ways to attack is to attack from the front in a head on attack. A head on attack may kill both pilots due to lack of protection for to shield them from a head on attack.
 +
 
 +
===Manual Engine Control===
 +
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 +
|-
 +
! colspan="7" | MEC elements
 +
|-
 +
! rowspan="2" |Mixer
 +
! rowspan="2" |Pitch
 +
! colspan="3" |Radiator
 +
! rowspan="2" |Supercharger
 +
! rowspan="2" |Turbocharger
 +
|-
 +
! Oil
 +
! Water
 +
! Type
 +
|-
 +
| Controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Separate || rowspan="2" | Not ontrollable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable
 +
|-
 +
|}
  
 +
===Modules===
 +
{| class="wikitable"
 +
!colspan = "1"| Tier
 +
!colspan = "2"| Flight performance
 +
!colspan = "1"| Survivability
 +
!colspan = "2"| Weaponry
 +
|-
 +
| I
 +
| Fuselage Repair
 +
| Radiator
 +
|
 +
| Turret 7 mm
 +
| 14 in (mod35)
 +
|-
 +
| II
 +
|
 +
| Compressor
 +
| Airframe
 +
| New 7 mm MGs (Turret)
 +
|
 +
|-
 +
| III
 +
| Wings Repair
 +
| Engine
 +
|
 +
| Turret 20 mm
 +
|
 +
|-
 +
| IV
 +
|
 +
| Engine Injection
 +
| Cover
 +
| New 20 mm Cannons (Turret)
 +
|
 +
|-
 +
|}
 +
* Unlike other heavy bombers, the G5N1 can research all of its bomb options right from the start. Unlock all weapons modifications as they will generally improve research point gains as well as survivability.
 
=== Pros and cons ===
 
=== Pros and cons ===
−
''Summarize and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Do not use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - they have a substitution in the form of softer "inadequate", "effective".''
+
<!--''Summarize and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Do not use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - they have a substitution in the form of softer "inadequate", "effective".''-->
  
 
'''Pros:'''
 
'''Pros:'''
−
*
+
* Impressive 3200 kg total bomb load
 +
* Two pilots who sit far apart
  
 
'''Cons:'''
 
'''Cons:'''
−
*
+
* Massive air frame
 +
* Inability to maneuver whatsoever
 +
* Poor defensive armament
 +
* Slow speed
 +
* Long turn time
 +
* Lack of armor protection (only on pilot seats)
 +
* Prone to fuel and engine fires
  
 
== History ==
 
== History ==
−
''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too big, take it to a separate article, taking a link to an article about the vehicle and adding a block "/ historical reference" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/Name-vehicles/historical reference) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to include links to sources at the end of the article.''
+
<!--''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too big, take it to a separate article, taking a link to an article about the vehicle and adding a block "/ historical reference" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/Name-vehicles/historical reference) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to include links to sources at the end of the article.''-->
 +
This aircraft was designed off of the Douglas DC-4E. It was Japan's first take on a four engine heavy bomber design, and the DC-4E was first shipped to Japan's Nippon Koku K.K. aircraft corporation. After that, it was sent in secret to the Nakajima Aircraft Company for inspection. Having only 6 prototypes built, the G5N Shinzan saw no combat. The Allies utilized the name "Liz" thinking it would be used as a bomber.
 +
 
 +
* ''1021st Kōkutai, Katori Air Base Chiba Prefecture, Japan''
  
 
== Media ==
 
== Media ==
Line 43: Line 258:
 
* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
 
* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
 
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
 
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
−
''ETC.''
+
<!--''ETC.''-->
  
 
== Sources ==
 
== Sources ==
Line 50: Line 265:
 
* ''page on aircraft encyclopedia;''
 
* ''page on aircraft encyclopedia;''
 
* ''other literature.''
 
* ''other literature.''
 +
 +
{{Japan bombers}}

Revision as of 01:14, 22 December 2018

Rank VI USA | Premium | Golden Eagles
A-10A Thunderbolt (Early)
G5N1
g5n1.png
G5N1
Japan flag.png Japan
III Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
4.0 4.3 5.3
Class:
Research:26 000 Specs-Card-Exp.png
Purchase:76 000 Specs-Card-Lion.png
Show in game

Description

GarageImage G5N1.jpg


The G5N1 Shinzan is a Rank III Japanese heavy bomber with a battle rating of 4.0 (AB), 4.3 (RB), and 5.3 (SB). This aircraft was introduced in Update 1.29.

The G5N1 serves as one of Japan's true heavy bombers. Featuring a massive air frame and four Mitsubishi MK4B Kasei-12 fourteen-cylinder air-cooled engines, The G5N1 is easily the hardest plane to maneuver in War Thunder. It makes up for this with its massive 3,200 kg payload. Since this aircraft is so large and cumbersome, its only true purpose is destroying heavy targets. In realistic battles, the tactics depend entirely on the map. Maps like Midway and New Guinea feature enemy airfields, which should be the main target. Other maps like Saipan have no airfields or mini base targets, so you will be forced to improvise. Since the G5N1 can carry a payload of 3,200 kg, it is possible to destroy multiple aircraft carriers. Target these instead of attempting to destroy smaller targets like tanks or pillboxes. Attacking the carriers can be a futile effort because to successfully bomb multiple carriers one needs to fly very low, thus exposing the bomber to enemy anti-aircraft fire. Try to come in on an attack run fast, because the enemy fleet will easily pick you off if traveling slowly.

General info

Flight Performance

Characteristics
Stock
Max Speed
(km/h at 7,620 m) 		Max altitude
(meters) 		Turn time
(seconds) 		Rate of climb
(meters/second) 		Take-off run
(meters)
ABN1K2-J RB AB RB AB RB
489 483 11156 25.5 25.9 3.3 4.7 489
Upgraded
Max Speed
(km/h at 7,620 m) 		Max altitude (meters) Turn time (seconds) Rate of climb
(meters/second) 		Take-off run (meters)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
538 512 11156 23.5 24.4 12.9 8.2 489

Details

Features
Combat flap Take-off flap Landing flap Air brakes Arrestor gear
✓ ✓ ✓ X X
Limits
Wing-break speed
(km/h) 		Gear limit
(km/h) 		Combat flap
(km/h) 		Max Static G
+ -
520 280 500 ~1 ~0
Optimal velocities
Ailerons
(km/h) 		Rudder
(km/h) 		Elevators
(km/h) 		Radiator
(km/h)
< 300 < 180 < 270 > 220
Compressor (RB/SB)
Setting 1
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
145 m 6,978 hp 7,777 hp
Setting 2
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
4,394 m 6,394 hp 7,127 hp

Survivability and armour

  • Pilot's seat, 13 mm of steel protection
  • Copilot's seat, 13 mm of steel protection

Armaments

Suspended armament

      Main article: Bombs

The G5N1 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • 24 x 60 kg Navy Type 97 Number 6 ground bombs (1,200 kg total)
  • 12 x 250 kg Navy Type Number 25 Model 2 bombs (3,000 kg total)
  • 4 x 800 kg Navy Type Number 80 Model 1 bombs (3,200 kg total)

Defensive armament

Main articles: Type 99 Model 1 navy (20 mm), Type 97 navy (7.7 mm)

The G5N1 is defended by:

  • 1 x 20 mm Type 99 Mk 1 cannon, dorsal turret (540 rpg)
  • 1 x 20 mm Type 99 Mk 1 cannon, tail turret (360 rpg)
  • 2 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, cheek turrets (697 rpg = 1,394 total)
  • 1 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, nose turret (679 rpg)
  • 1 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, ventral turret (679 rpg)
  • 1 x 7.7 mm Type 97 machine gun, 2 x beam turrets (582 rpg = 1,164 total)

Usage in the battles

If the "14 in mod 35" module isn't researched, the other two bomb options can still be viable. The 24 x 60 kg bomb option can be useful on the map New Guinea because the enemy team has several cargo ships and light cruisers. Both are soft targets and with 24 bombs it is very easy to destroy all of them. The map Zhengzhou features dozens of light and heavy pillboxes which are also easy targets for the G5N1. The 12 x 250 kg bomb option works the best here. It is also possible to use the 60 kg bombs but requires a direct hit to destroy a light pillbox. The benefit of the 250 kg bombs is the bomber can destroy pillboxes without direct hits and may occasionally destroy a nearby AAA or artillery piece. In arcade battles, the 4 x 800 kg bomb option is the best for destroying mini bases and the enemy airfield. Utilize the different bomb options depending on what your target is. For light targets like pillboxes and tanks use either the 60 kg or 250 kg bombs, and for heavy targets like bases and airfields use 800 kg bombs.

The G5N's downfalls are what makes this aircraft very hard to use. It is incredibly difficult to turn with in both arcade and realistic battles. This hinders your ability to drop your payload, thus making the G5N1 best at high altitude bombing. However, you will never be the only one high in the sky. This aircraft is incredibly vulnerable to all types of enemy fire both because of its sheer size and its mediocre defensive armament consisting of 20 mm cannons and 7.7 mm machine guns. The 20 mm cannon on the tail of this aircraft is virtually useless as it is unable to rotate left or right. If there is an enemy directly behind your aircraft it is possible to hit him with it but very difficult. Thus, the G5N1 must rely on a second 20 mm cannon in the dorsal position along with a host of 7.7 mm machine guns. Try to drop altitude to position the enemy in your dorsal gunner's range. Your best option to shake an enemy off of your tail is a teammate coming to help.

As with any bomber, if you're caught alone or off guard you are as good as dead. Also, having a fighter escort will boost RP gains drastically. This goes for all game modes. Generally, try to destroy as many targets as possible without wasting bombs. Use the G5N's strengths and attack the largest target possible, whether that be a mini base, carrier, or air base. Team up with other players and fly in a formation. This will help defensively as well as offensively, since you'll be able to completely destroy your target.

In countering a G5N1, one of the best ways to attack is to attack from the front in a head on attack. A head on attack may kill both pilots due to lack of protection for to shield them from a head on attack.

Manual Engine Control

MEC elements
Mixer Pitch Radiator Supercharger Turbocharger
Oil Water Type
Controllable Not controllable Not controllable Not controllable Separate Not ontrollable Not controllable

Modules

Tier Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
I Fuselage Repair Radiator Turret 7 mm 14 in (mod35)
II Compressor Airframe New 7 mm MGs (Turret)
III Wings Repair Engine Turret 20 mm
IV Engine Injection Cover New 20 mm Cannons (Turret)
  • Unlike other heavy bombers, the G5N1 can research all of its bomb options right from the start. Unlock all weapons modifications as they will generally improve research point gains as well as survivability.

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Impressive 3200 kg total bomb load
  • Two pilots who sit far apart

Cons:

  • Massive air frame
  • Inability to maneuver whatsoever
  • Poor defensive armament
  • Slow speed
  • Long turn time
  • Lack of armor protection (only on pilot seats)
  • Prone to fuel and engine fires

History

This aircraft was designed off of the Douglas DC-4E. It was Japan's first take on a four engine heavy bomber design, and the DC-4E was first shipped to Japan's Nippon Koku K.K. aircraft corporation. After that, it was sent in secret to the Nakajima Aircraft Company for inspection. Having only 6 prototypes built, the G5N Shinzan saw no combat. The Allies utilized the name "Liz" thinking it would be used as a bomber.

  • 1021st Kōkutai, Katori Air Base Chiba Prefecture, Japan

Media

An excellent addition to the article will be video guides, as well as screenshots from the game and photos.

Read also

Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example,

  • reference to the series of the aircraft;
  • links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.

Sources

Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:

  • topic on the official game forum;
  • page on aircraft encyclopedia;
  • other literature.


Japan bombers
Navy 
Carrier-based attack bomber 
B5N  B5N2
B6N  B6N1 · B6N2 · B6N2a
B7A  B7A2 · B7A2 (Homare 23)
Carrier-based dive bomber 
D3A  D3A1
D4Y  D4Y1 · D4Y2 · D4Y3 Ko
Shipboard Observation seaplane 
F1M  F1M2
Land-based Attack bomber 
G4M  G4M1
G5N  G5N1
G8N  G8N1
Flying boat 
H6K  H6K4
H8K  H8K2 · H8K3
Land-based Bomber 
P1Y  P1Y1
Army 
Light  Ki-32
  Ki-48-II otsu
Heavy  Ki-21-Ia · Ki-21-I hei
  Ki-49-I · Ki-49-IIa · Ki-49-IIb · Ki-49-IIb/L
  Ki-67-I Ko · Ki-67-I otsu
Other countries  ▅B-17E

Retrieved from "https://wiki.warthunder.com/index.php?title=G5N1&oldid=10839"