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Uptier: In an uptier, there will be more vehicles who can match your performance with speeds (T-2, MiG-19, F-104, F-105, Lightning) so it will be much harder to get close and fire an unexpected missile. These higher performing planes also make it much harder to get away with a 1v1 turn fight, as seeing a slow Draken will attract almost anyone's attention and you'll find yourself with a missile coming you way. Always try to keep up higher speeds, using the {{PAGENAME}}'s good acceleration to regain the lost speed after a turn. | Uptier: In an uptier, there will be more vehicles who can match your performance with speeds (T-2, MiG-19, F-104, F-105, Lightning) so it will be much harder to get close and fire an unexpected missile. These higher performing planes also make it much harder to get away with a 1v1 turn fight, as seeing a slow Draken will attract almost anyone's attention and you'll find yourself with a missile coming you way. Always try to keep up higher speeds, using the {{PAGENAME}}'s good acceleration to regain the lost speed after a turn. | ||
| − | 1v1 situation: In a 1v1 turn fight, the {{PAGENAME}} is one of the best in the game. Its superior turning ability makes it very easy to out-turn | + | 1v1 situation: In a 1v1 turn fight, the {{PAGENAME}} is one of the best in the game. Its superior turning ability makes it very easy to out-turn the enemy and send a couple 30 mm round their way. Enemies to beware of in a 1v1 are F-5C (very good at turning also and keeps the energy a little bit better than the J35A, in a prolonged dogfight the F-5C can come on top if you get too slow) and MiG-19s/PT (The best rate fighter in the game, if you can drag him into a 1 or 2 circle fight he will be very easy to target, but if the energy/rate fight begins, you may find yourself in a sticky situation) |
=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
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| − | '' | + | The '''Saab 35 Draken''' ('The Kite' or 'The Dragon') is a Swedish fighter-interceptor developed and manufactured by Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget (SAAB) between 1955 and 1974. Development of the Saab 35 Draken started in 1948 as the Swedish air force future replacement for the then also in development Saab 29 Tunnan dayfighter and Saab 32B Lansen night fighter. It featured an innovative but unproven double delta wing, which led to the creation of a sub-scale test aircraft, the Saab 210, which was produced and flown to test this previously-unexplored aerodynamic feature. The full-scale production version entered service with frontline squadrons of the Swedish Air Force on 8 March 1960. It received the designation Flygplan 35 ('Aeroplane 35') and was produced in several variants and types, most commonly as a fighter type with the prefix ''J'' (J 35), standing for ''Jaktflygplan'' (Pursuit-aircraft), the Swedish term for fighter aircraft. |
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== Media == | == Media == | ||
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| + | Full J35A Draken Review - Should You Buy It? [War Thunder] - YouTube | ||
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| + | BOI Does It Turn - J35D Draken Guide - YouTube | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:'' | ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:'' | ||
| − | * | + | * [[RB24|RB24 - War Thunder Wiki]] |
| − | * | + | * [[M/56D|m/56D - War Thunder Wiki]] |
| + | * [[Akan m/55 (30 mm)|30 mm akan m/55 - War Thunder Wiki]] | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
Revision as of 22:29, 25 December 2021
| This page is about the Swedish jet fighter J35A. For the other Draken, see J35D. |
Contents
Description
The J35A Draken is a premium gift rank VI Swedish jet fighter with a battle rating of 9.0 (AB) and 9.7 (RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "Direct Hit".
General info
Flight performance
| Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 9,000 m) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
| Stock | 2,141 | 2,084 | 12500 | 25.9 | 26.9 | 139.2 | 127.6 | 900 |
| Upgraded | 2,357 | 2,250 | 24.1 | 25.0 | 194.4 | 165.0 | ||
Details
| Features | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear | Drogue chute |
| X | X | X | ✓ | X | ✓ |
| Limits | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
| Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
| 0 | 500 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ~13 | ~5 |
| Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
| < 850 | < 700 | < 700 | N/A |
Engine performance
| Engine | Aircraft mass | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine name | Number | Basic mass | Wing loading (full fuel) | |||
| Svenska Flygmotor RM6B | 1 | 7,605 kg | 189 kg/m2 | |||
| Engine characteristics | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) | Max Takeoff Weight | ||||
| Weight (each) | Type | 6m fuel | 20m fuel | 21m fuel | ||
| 1,400 kg | Afterburning axial-flow turbojet | 8,124 kg | 9,232 kg | 9,335 kg | 13,500 kg | |
| Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB) | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP) | |||||
| Condition | 100% | WEP | 6m fuel | 20m fuel | 21m fuel | MTOW |
| Stationary | 4,696 kgf | 6,763 kgf | 0.83 | 0.73 | 0.72 | 0.50 |
| Optimal | 4,790 kgf (1,417 km/h) |
9,080 kgf (1,417 km/h) |
1.12 | 0.98 | 0.97 | 0.67 |
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, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.
Modifications and economy
2 × 130 / 380 / 600 % 2 × 226 / 226 / 226 % | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Armaments
Offensive armament
The J35A is armed with:
- 2 x 30 mm Akan m/55 cannons, wing-mounted (100 rpg = 200 total)
Suspended armament
The J35A can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
- Without load
- 12 x m/56D rockets
- 4 x RB24 missiles
- 2 x RB24 missiles + 12 x m/56D rockets
Usage in battles
Downtier: In a downtier, the J35A is one of the best planes in the match. With superior speed, acceleration and manoeuvrability, the J35A is almost unstoppable. Start off by climbing to around 20,000 ft (~6,000 m) and then levelling off to enter supersonic speeds, here you will have every advantage over your enemies, fire a missile or get close with your high top speed and take them down with your guns.
Uptier: In an uptier, there will be more vehicles who can match your performance with speeds (T-2, MiG-19, F-104, F-105, Lightning) so it will be much harder to get close and fire an unexpected missile. These higher performing planes also make it much harder to get away with a 1v1 turn fight, as seeing a slow Draken will attract almost anyone's attention and you'll find yourself with a missile coming you way. Always try to keep up higher speeds, using the J35A's good acceleration to regain the lost speed after a turn.
1v1 situation: In a 1v1 turn fight, the J35A is one of the best in the game. Its superior turning ability makes it very easy to out-turn the enemy and send a couple 30 mm round their way. Enemies to beware of in a 1v1 are F-5C (very good at turning also and keeps the energy a little bit better than the J35A, in a prolonged dogfight the F-5C can come on top if you get too slow) and MiG-19s/PT (The best rate fighter in the game, if you can drag him into a 1 or 2 circle fight he will be very easy to target, but if the energy/rate fight begins, you may find yourself in a sticky situation)
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Superior manoeuvrability at all speeds
- Good energy retention at higher speeds (above 850 km/h)
- High top speed at low altitudes
- Good climb performance
- Low stall speed
- Deadly 30 mm cannons
- Can perform the Cobra manoeuvre
Cons:
- Bleeds energy quickly at lower speeds (below 750 km/h)
- Relatively low maximum fuel load - Thirsty afterburner
- Wings will rip with roll and elevator input at transonic speeds
- Wide gun placement
- Only has unguided rockets for CAS
- Lacks countermeasures: no flares or RWR
- Missiles are easily avoidable by enemies
History
The Saab 35 Draken ('The Kite' or 'The Dragon') is a Swedish fighter-interceptor developed and manufactured by Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget (SAAB) between 1955 and 1974. Development of the Saab 35 Draken started in 1948 as the Swedish air force future replacement for the then also in development Saab 29 Tunnan dayfighter and Saab 32B Lansen night fighter. It featured an innovative but unproven double delta wing, which led to the creation of a sub-scale test aircraft, the Saab 210, which was produced and flown to test this previously-unexplored aerodynamic feature. The full-scale production version entered service with frontline squadrons of the Swedish Air Force on 8 March 1960. It received the designation Flygplan 35 ('Aeroplane 35') and was produced in several variants and types, most commonly as a fighter type with the prefix J (J 35), standing for Jaktflygplan (Pursuit-aircraft), the Swedish term for fighter aircraft.
(extract taken from Saab 35 Draken - Wikipedia click here to continue)
Media
Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.
Full J35A Draken Review - Should You Buy It? [War Thunder] - YouTube
BOI Does It Turn - J35D Draken Guide - YouTube
See also
Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:
External links
| Swedish Aeroplane Company Ltd. (SAAB) | |
|---|---|
| Pre-SAAB: SA / ASJA | |
| SA 'Jaktfalken' | J6B |
| SAAB 17 | B17A · B17B · S17BS |
| SAAB 18 | B18A · B18B · T18B · T18B (57) |
| SAAB 21 | J21A-1 · J21A-2 · A21A-3 · J21RA · A21RB |
| SAAB 29 'Tunnan' | J29A · A29B · J29D · J29F |
| SAAB 32 'Lansen' | J32B · A32A · A32A Röd Adam |
| SAAB 35 'Draken' | J35A · J35D |
| SAAB 37 'Viggen' | JA37C · JA37D · JA37DI · JA37DI F21 · AJ37 · AJS37 |
| SAAB 39 'Gripen' | JAS39A · JAS39C |
| SAAB 105 | SK60B · SAAB-105G |
| License Production | B3C (Ju 86K) |
| Export | SAAB-105OE · J35XS · ▄JAS39C · ◔JAS39EBS HU C |
| Sweden jet aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Fighters | J21RA |
| J29A · A29B · J29D · J29F | |
| J32B | |
| J34 | |
| J35A · J35D | |
| JA37C · JA37D · JA37DI · JA37DI F21 | |
| JAS39A · JAS39C | |
| Strike aircraft | A21RB |
| A32A · A32A Röd Adam | |
| A28B | |
| AJ37 · AJS37 | |
| SK60B · SAAB-105G | |
| Export | SAAB-105OE |
| Finland | ▄Vampire FB 52A · ▄MiG-21bis · Saab J35XS |
| Sweden premium aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Fighters | Iacobi's J8A · ▄Fokker D.XXI · Mörkö-Morane · VL Myrsky II · J9 Early · J26 David · VL Pyörremyrsky · ▄Bf 109 G-6 |
| Jet fighters | J29D · J35A · Saab J35XS · JA37DI F21 |
| Strike aircraft | SAAB-105OE · A32A Röd Adam |
| Bomber | ▄Ar 196 A-5 |
