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| − | '' | + | ''The aircraft is powered by a Svenska Flygmotor RM5A turbojet engine, a licensed version of the British Rolls-Royce Avon Mk 21A TRD. The engine develops 3,420 kgf in normal operation and 4,630 kgf on afterburner, a very mediocre performance for such a large attack aircraft. With a full bomb load the airplane barely breaks away from the runway surface and cannot accelerate above 780 km/h. Even after jettisoning the suspended armament, the maximum speed increases to only 1050 km/h. In addition, at high altitudes, engine efficiency is significantly reduced, so do not try to climb above three kilometers - most of the opponents will be much higher anyway. It is better to gain maximum speed near the ground and then spend it as sparingly as possible, and in no case try to run away from the opponents at altitude. Needless to say, almost any potential opponent will be much faster than the Swedish Striker.'' |
| + | ''The aircraft's arrow-shaped wing has a large area and advanced mechanization, which means low stall speed and good stability at low speeds. Also a large area of ailerons as if disposes to active maneuvering, but let down the stabilizer - it loses its effectiveness at speeds above 600 km / h and does not allow you to conduct active maneuvering. But, thanks to limited rudder thrust and competent centering, the aircraft almost never reaches critical angles of attack, as, for example, [[MiG-21F-13|Mig-21]] or [[J35D]]. Because of this, and the low aerodynamic drag of the airframe, the airplane keeps energy very well. This feature can allow you to roll over opponents who have lost energy, and in case of failure, quickly retreat before the enemy has time to regain speed.'' | ||
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| + | ''As a result, when playing the A32A, you should not rely on the aircraft's LTX. After all, the priority for an attack aircraft is armament, and here it is really good.'' | ||
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| − | + | The airframe itself does not have a high survivability: the airplane, of course, can survive a machine-gun burst or a couple of hits from a soviet 23-mm cannon, but no more than that. The spars in the wings are quite fragile and are destroyed by several hits from air cannons and strong negative overloads. The minus is also large dimensions, which greatly simplify the enemy shooting at the machine. | |
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| + | In the fuselage and wings are installed treaded fuel tanks, which are quite rarely set on fire. Two pilots, fire suppression system and blocks of dipole reflectors also contribute to the survivability of the aircraft. The cockpit is protected by 5 to 15 mm thick armor, as well as 50 mm armored glass, but this protection is enough for a few fragmentation shells, and armor-piercing 12.7- and 20-mm shells will easily penetrate this armor. | ||
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| + | A32A armor scheme | ||
| + | |||
| + | On the A32A it is definitely not worth taking risks - any damage to the control surfaces or internal components of the machine immediately affects the controllability and control of the aircraft, which forces to withdraw from the battle and return to the airfield. | ||
=== Modifications and economy === | === Modifications and economy === | ||
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
| − | + | 4x 20mm Akan m/49 cannons, which are a development of the Akan m/45, are mounted in the nose of the airplane. The cannons have a good rate of fire of 770 rounds per minute and a total ammunition capacity of 720 rounds, 180 per barrel. The cannon shells have good ballistics and low dispersion, which allows for effective fire at ranges up to 900 meters, but insufficient damage does not allow to shoot down planes from several hits, forcing to shoot long bursts. | |
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| + | The following ribbons are available for the Akan m/49: | ||
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| + | Standard - a mixed tape, not bad against both air and ground vehicles; | ||
| + | |||
| + | Ground targets - the tape is ineffective against aerial targets, and 38 mm armor-piercing shell penetration will not be enough to destroy armored vehicles; | ||
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| + | Air targets - the most preferred tape against enemy aircraft and lightly armored SAMs. The high-explosive shells are very effectively “sawing” planes, while the armor-piercing shells can easily deal with various lightly armored IFVs, BMPs or light tanks. | ||
=== Suspended armament === | === Suspended armament === | ||
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| − | + | As is typical of attackers, the aircraft has a fairly wide selection of suspended armament, and the presence of a ballistic computer greatly simplifies the attack and increases the overall effectiveness of the aircraft. | |
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{{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}} | {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}} | ||
| − | {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}} | + | {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}For pilots are available: |
| − | + | '''Bombs:''' | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | * 12 x 120-kg mb m/61 bombs - almost useless for hitting moving targets, requires jewel-like precision from the pilot; | |
| − | + | * 5 x 250-kg mb m/50 bombs - a set for skillful pilots who are able to throw bombs as accurately and close to targets as possible. | |
| − | * 12 x 120 kg | + | * 3 x 500-kg mb m/56 bombs - not recommended due to the lower explosive quantity compared to the 600-kg m/50, while the same number of bombs can be hung on the aircraft; |
| − | * 5 x 250 kg mb m/50 bombs | + | * 3 x 600-kg mb m/50 bombs - a bomb that has proven itself on the B18B and A21A-3 due to its impressive TNT equivalent and large kill radius. It is excellent at destroying bases and concentrations of ground vehicles; |
| − | * 3 x 500 kg mb m/56 bombs | + | * 3 x 500-kg Brandbomb m/58 incendiary tanks - useless against armored vehicles, and one base requires as many as four discharges, besides, the incendiary mixture extinguishes very quickly before it can cause significant damage. |
| − | * 3 x 600 kg mb m/50 bombs | + | |
| − | * 3 x Brandbomb m/58 incendiary | + | '''Missiles:''' |
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| − | {{Navigation-End}} | + | * 24 x 14.5 cm psrak m/49B rockets - shaped charge rockets with 500 mm penetration, most effective against enemy armored vehicles, but requires accuracy or multiple hits - difficulty is the location of rockets along the wings; |
| + | * 24 x 15 cm srak m/51 rockets - high-explosive rockets with 4.5 kg of TNT. Almost useless against all armored vehicles with closed fighting compartment; | ||
| + | * 12 x 18 cm hprak m/49 rockets - slightly more powerful high-explosive rockets with 5,25 kg TNT. To destroy an enemy tank you need to hit exactly the roof of the turret or hull. | ||
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| + | For air battles it is recommended to take three 600-kg bombs - enough to destroy one base. For ground battles, you can take 5 x 250-kg bombs - that's five potential kills, or load three 600-kg bombs - cheap and angry. From unguided rockets it is worth taking shaped m/49B - they can penetrate any armor on these combat ratings, and the overpressure will destroy open vehicles with one hit.{{Navigation-End}} | ||
== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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| − | '' | + | === '''In air realisic battles''' === |
| + | In ARB you can take three 600 kg bombs - their total TNT equivalent is enough to destroy one base. Also take fuel for 30 minutes of flight, because most of the time you will have to fly with the afterburner on. After dropping bombs, you can return to the airfield, or try your luck against enemy aircraft. In this case, the use of the airplane is very similar to the use of early reagents - you have to rely on the gained energy and speed, and do not get involved in "dogfights". Just get enough speed and look for inattentive or energy-depleted opponents. The airplane is very good at conserving energy, so you'll have a good chance even against sluggish opponents like [[F-86 Sabre (Family)|Sabres]] and early [[MiG-21F-13|MiG-21]]<nowiki/>s, as long as you always leave yourself time to retreat. Don't be greedy and don't underestimate the enemy - if you let the enemy pass you forward due to your own negligence, you won't be able to throw him off your tail. Even if you are far away from the enemy, it does not mean that you are safe. It is very likely that a missile will be fired at you, so it is worth looking around regularly. | ||
| + | |||
| + | === '''In ground realistic battles''' === | ||
| + | In GRB, the airplane reveals its best side. Powerful suspended armament and ballistic calculator allow you to destroy several targets in one run and hide from enemy SAMs. Due to the airborne appearance, thrust problems are negligible, and closer to the tank battlefield you will have a very good reserve of speed and energy. | ||
| + | |||
| + | When selecting a suspended weapon, it is important to understand the situation on and above the battlefield. If there are enemy planes in the sky and SAMs on the ground, then take 3 x 600-kg m/50s - you can quickly drop them and move back to safe lines. If there is no threat from air and ground, or you are a battle-hardened pilot, take 5 x 250-kg bombs. They require an accurate hit near the tank, but that's five potential "frags". After the first run, don't rush to turn around and build a second run - you'll lose all speed, and the weak engine won't allow you to get it back quickly. It is better to just fly around the tank map from the side where you are not expected and strike again. | ||
| + | |||
| + | === '''In simulator battles''' === | ||
| + | In EC, the airplane using as an attack aircraft. It destroys bases, bombs convoys and doing CAS. Due to its poor flight performance, the airplane has no anti-air potential in this mode. In ground simulation battles, the A32A get into two main setups: | ||
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| + | In the first set-up, you will be threatened by SAMs with radar: [[ZSU-23-4]] and [[ZSU-37-2]]. Dipole reflector blocks are good against them. | ||
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| + | In the second set-up the enemy team will be equipped with SAMs, such as [[Strela-10M2]] and [[2S6]], and the sky will be dominated by [[MiG-21SMT]], [[F-5A]] and [[Su-25 (Family)|Su-25]]. | ||
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| + | And if in the first case you can somehow fight with the enemy armored vehicles avoiding enemy radars and SAM fire, then in the second case the outdated subsonic attack aircraft will have no chance against enemy SAMs and SPAAs. | ||
=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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Revision as of 21:03, 11 August 2024
| This page is about the premium Swedish strike aircraft A32A Röd Adam. For other versions, see SAAB 32 Lansen (Family). |
Contents
Description
The A32A «Röd Adam» is a premium rank VI Swedish strike aircraft with a battle rating of 9.0 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "Sons of Attila".
General info
Flight performance
The aircraft is powered by a Svenska Flygmotor RM5A turbojet engine, a licensed version of the British Rolls-Royce Avon Mk 21A TRD. The engine develops 3,420 kgf in normal operation and 4,630 kgf on afterburner, a very mediocre performance for such a large attack aircraft. With a full bomb load the airplane barely breaks away from the runway surface and cannot accelerate above 780 km/h. Even after jettisoning the suspended armament, the maximum speed increases to only 1050 km/h. In addition, at high altitudes, engine efficiency is significantly reduced, so do not try to climb above three kilometers - most of the opponents will be much higher anyway. It is better to gain maximum speed near the ground and then spend it as sparingly as possible, and in no case try to run away from the opponents at altitude. Needless to say, almost any potential opponent will be much faster than the Swedish Striker.
The aircraft's arrow-shaped wing has a large area and advanced mechanization, which means low stall speed and good stability at low speeds. Also a large area of ailerons as if disposes to active maneuvering, but let down the stabilizer - it loses its effectiveness at speeds above 600 km / h and does not allow you to conduct active maneuvering. But, thanks to limited rudder thrust and competent centering, the aircraft almost never reaches critical angles of attack, as, for example, Mig-21 or J35D. Because of this, and the low aerodynamic drag of the airframe, the airplane keeps energy very well. This feature can allow you to roll over opponents who have lost energy, and in case of failure, quickly retreat before the enemy has time to regain speed.
As a result, when playing the A32A, you should not rely on the aircraft's LTX. After all, the priority for an attack aircraft is armament, and here it is really good.
| Characteristics | Max speed (km/h at 0 m - sea level) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
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| AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
| Stock | 1,088 | 1,084 | 12500 | 34.6 | 35.6 | 44.7 | 41.8 | 900 |
| Upgraded | 1,101 | 1,094 | 33.6 | 34.0 | 66.2 | 55.0 | ||
Details
| Features | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear | Drogue chute |
| ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
| Limits | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
| Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
| 1160 | 450 | 524 | 491 | 320 | ~11 | ~5 |
| Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
| < 850 | < 600 | < 600 | - |
Engine performance
| Engine | Aircraft mass | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine name | Number | Basic mass | Wing loading (full fuel) | ||||
| Svenska Flygmotor RM5A | 1 | 8,322 kg | 294 kg/m2 | ||||
| Engine characteristics | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) | Max Gross Weight | |||||
| Weight (each) | Type | 13m fuel | 20m fuel | 30m fuel | 44m fuel | ||
| 1,350 kg | Afterburning axial-flow turbojet | 9,151 kg | 9,568 kg | 10,191 kg | 11,084 kg | 12,992 kg | |
| Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB) | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP) | ||||||
| Condition | 100% | WEP | 13m fuel | 20m fuel | 30m fuel | 44m fuel | MGW |
| Stationary | 3,424 kgf | 4,633 kgf | 0.51 | 0.48 | 0.45 | 0.42 | 0.36 |
| Optimal | 3,424 kgf (0 km/h) |
4,908 kgf (1,160 km/h) |
0.54 | 0.51 | 0.48 | 0.44 | 0.38 |
Survivability and armour
The airframe itself does not have a high survivability: the airplane, of course, can survive a machine-gun burst or a couple of hits from a soviet 23-mm cannon, but no more than that. The spars in the wings are quite fragile and are destroyed by several hits from air cannons and strong negative overloads. The minus is also large dimensions, which greatly simplify the enemy shooting at the machine.
In the fuselage and wings are installed treaded fuel tanks, which are quite rarely set on fire. Two pilots, fire suppression system and blocks of dipole reflectors also contribute to the survivability of the aircraft. The cockpit is protected by 5 to 15 mm thick armor, as well as 50 mm armored glass, but this protection is enough for a few fragmentation shells, and armor-piercing 12.7- and 20-mm shells will easily penetrate this armor.
A32A armor scheme
On the A32A it is definitely not worth taking risks - any damage to the control surfaces or internal components of the machine immediately affects the controllability and control of the aircraft, which forces to withdraw from the battle and return to the airfield.
Modifications and economy
2 × 120 / 340 / 600 % 2 × 226 / 226 / 226 % | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Armaments
| Ballistic Computer | |||
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| CCIP (Guns) | CCIP (Rockets) | CCIP (Bombs) | CCRP (Bombs) |
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Offensive armament
The A32A Röd Adam is armed with:
4x 20mm Akan m/49 cannons, which are a development of the Akan m/45, are mounted in the nose of the airplane. The cannons have a good rate of fire of 770 rounds per minute and a total ammunition capacity of 720 rounds, 180 per barrel. The cannon shells have good ballistics and low dispersion, which allows for effective fire at ranges up to 900 meters, but insufficient damage does not allow to shoot down planes from several hits, forcing to shoot long bursts.
The following ribbons are available for the Akan m/49:
Standard - a mixed tape, not bad against both air and ground vehicles;
Ground targets - the tape is ineffective against aerial targets, and 38 mm armor-piercing shell penetration will not be enough to destroy armored vehicles;
Air targets - the most preferred tape against enemy aircraft and lightly armored SAMs. The high-explosive shells are very effectively “sawing” planes, while the armor-piercing shells can easily deal with various lightly armored IFVs, BMPs or light tanks.
Suspended armament
As is typical of attackers, the aircraft has a fairly wide selection of suspended armament, and the presence of a ballistic computer greatly simplifies the attack and increases the overall effectiveness of the aircraft.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |  | |
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| 120 kg sb m/61 bombs | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| 250 kg mb m/50 bombs | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||
| 500 kg mb m/56 bombs | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||||
| 600 kg mb m/50 bombs | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||||
| Brandbomb m/58 incendiary bombs | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||||
| hprak m/49 rockets | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| psrak m/49B rockets | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||
| srak m/51 rockets | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||
| Chaff | 16 | 16 | ||||||||||||
| Maximum permissible loadout weight: 1,850 kg | ||||||||||||||
| Default weapon presets | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| For pilots are available:
Bombs:
Missiles:
For air battles it is recommended to take three 600-kg bombs - enough to destroy one base. For ground battles, you can take 5 x 250-kg bombs - that's five potential kills, or load three 600-kg bombs - cheap and angry. From unguided rockets it is worth taking shaped m/49B - they can penetrate any armor on these combat ratings, and the overpressure will destroy open vehicles with one hit.|} Usage in battlesIn air realisic battlesIn ARB you can take three 600 kg bombs - their total TNT equivalent is enough to destroy one base. Also take fuel for 30 minutes of flight, because most of the time you will have to fly with the afterburner on. After dropping bombs, you can return to the airfield, or try your luck against enemy aircraft. In this case, the use of the airplane is very similar to the use of early reagents - you have to rely on the gained energy and speed, and do not get involved in "dogfights". Just get enough speed and look for inattentive or energy-depleted opponents. The airplane is very good at conserving energy, so you'll have a good chance even against sluggish opponents like Sabres and early MiG-21s, as long as you always leave yourself time to retreat. Don't be greedy and don't underestimate the enemy - if you let the enemy pass you forward due to your own negligence, you won't be able to throw him off your tail. Even if you are far away from the enemy, it does not mean that you are safe. It is very likely that a missile will be fired at you, so it is worth looking around regularly. In ground realistic battlesIn GRB, the airplane reveals its best side. Powerful suspended armament and ballistic calculator allow you to destroy several targets in one run and hide from enemy SAMs. Due to the airborne appearance, thrust problems are negligible, and closer to the tank battlefield you will have a very good reserve of speed and energy. When selecting a suspended weapon, it is important to understand the situation on and above the battlefield. If there are enemy planes in the sky and SAMs on the ground, then take 3 x 600-kg m/50s - you can quickly drop them and move back to safe lines. If there is no threat from air and ground, or you are a battle-hardened pilot, take 5 x 250-kg bombs. They require an accurate hit near the tank, but that's five potential "frags". After the first run, don't rush to turn around and build a second run - you'll lose all speed, and the weak engine won't allow you to get it back quickly. It is better to just fly around the tank map from the side where you are not expected and strike again. In simulator battlesIn EC, the airplane using as an attack aircraft. It destroys bases, bombs convoys and doing CAS. Due to its poor flight performance, the airplane has no anti-air potential in this mode. In ground simulation battles, the A32A get into two main setups: In the first set-up, you will be threatened by SAMs with radar: ZSU-23-4 and ZSU-37-2. Dipole reflector blocks are good against them. In the second set-up the enemy team will be equipped with SAMs, such as Strela-10M2 and 2S6, and the sky will be dominated by MiG-21SMT, F-5A and Su-25. And if in the first case you can somehow fight with the enemy armored vehicles avoiding enemy radars and SAM fire, then in the second case the outdated subsonic attack aircraft will have no chance against enemy SAMs and SPAAs. Pros and consPros:
Cons:
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See also
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