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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a Rank {{Specs|rank}} American fighter {{Battle-rating|4}}. It was introduced during [[Update 1.75 "La Résistance"]] in the 2017 "Festive Quest" that took place between 22 December 2017 to 22 January 2018. It was obtained via completing 7 pilot's Christmas toys.
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a gift rank {{Specs|rank}} American fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during [[Update 1.75 "La Résistance"]] in the 2017 "Festive Quest" that took place between 22 December 2017 to 22 January 2018. It was obtained via completing 7 pilot's Christmas toys.
  
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The P-40C is nearly identical in looks to its younger brother, the P-40E. However, the distinguishing part of the P-40C are the nose-mounted .50 Caliber machine guns. This allows you to have a denser cone of fire in contrast to other US aircraft at this battle rating.  
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The P-40C is nearly identical in looks to its younger brother, the P-40E. However, the distinguishing part of the P-40C are the nose-mounted .50 calibre machine guns. This allows you to have a denser cone of fire in contrast to other US aircraft at this battle rating.
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
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=== Flight Performance ===
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=== Flight performance ===
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 
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! colspan="8" | ''Stock''
 
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,500 m)
 
! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,500 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>(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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| 537 || 521 || 10,760 || 20.0 || 20.7 || 8.8 || 8.8 || 343
 
 
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,500 m)
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! Stock
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| 537 || 521 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 20.0 || 20.7 || colspan="2" | 8.8 || rowspan="2" | 343
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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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| 588 || 561 || 18.0 || 19.0 || 16.4 || 12.0
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! AB
 
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! AB
 
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! RB
 
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| 588 || 561 || 10,760 || 18.0 || 19.0 || 16.4 || 12.0 || 343
 
 
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====Details====
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==== Details ====
 
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 
|-
 
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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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! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(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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| 795 || 330 || 595 || ~12 || ~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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| < 420 || < 380 || < 420 || > 310
 
| < 420 || < 380 || < 420 || > 310
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! Optimal altitude
 
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! 100% Engine power
 
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| 700 m || 970 hp 
 
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! Optimal altitude
 
! Optimal altitude
 
! 100% Engine power
 
! 100% Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
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| 3,660 m || 970 hp || 1,173 hp
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=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
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* 38 mm Bulletproof glass - Armoured windscreen
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* 38 mm Bulletproof glass - Armored windscreen
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* 9.5 mm Steel - Armour plate behind engine
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* 9.5 mm Steel - Armor plate behind engine
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* 8 mm Steel - Armoured plate behind the pilot
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* 8 mm Steel - Armored plate behind the pilot
 
  
 
== Armaments ==
 
== Armaments ==
 
=== Offensive armament ===
 
=== Offensive armament ===
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{{main|M2 Browning (12.7 mm)|Browning (7.62 mm)}}
  
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
 
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* 2 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns, nose-mounted (235 rpg = 470 total)
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* 2 x 12.7 mm Browning M2 machine guns, nose-mounted (235 rpg = 470 total)
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* 4 x 7.62 mm Browning machine guns, wing-mounted (490 rpg = 1,960 total)
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* 4 x 7.62 mm Browning machine guns, wing-mounted (500 rpg inner + 480 rpg outer = 1,960 total)
 
  
 
=== Suspended armament ===
 
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{{main|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)}}
 
{{main|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)}}
  
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* Without load
 
* Without load
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* 1 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bomb
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* 1 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bomb (500 lb total)
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=== Defensive armament ===
 
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== Usage in the battles ==
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The most plausible manner to use this aircraft is in the Boom & Zoom role, given its fast speed in a dive. In addition, the nose-mounted .50 calibre can help you preform certain attacks a P-40E pilot could dream of doing. However, there are certain methods to using the plane, as it is an earlier iteration of the P-40.
 
The most plausible manner to use this aircraft is in the Boom & Zoom role, given its fast speed in a dive. In addition, the nose-mounted .50 calibre can help you preform certain attacks a P-40E pilot could dream of doing. However, there are certain methods to using the plane, as it is an earlier iteration of the P-40.
  
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====Specific enemies worth noting====
 
====Specific enemies worth noting====
 
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Perhaps the biggest threat comes from facing any Japanese plane at this battle rating. They can turn so much faster than you as to bleed your speed and energy to the point of stalling out. The greatest threats come from the Ki-44s and the A6M2-N. In addition, the Ki-43 has significantly greater maneuverability than you. The vast majority of these planes have guns similar in caliber to a .50 Cal, which means that they have the firepower to dispatch you at a fairly fast rate.  
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Perhaps the biggest threat comes from facing any Japanese plane at this battle rating. They can turn so much faster than you as to bleed your speed and energy to the point of stalling out. The greatest threats come from the Ki-44s and the A6M2-N. In addition, the Ki-43 has significantly greater manoeuvrability than you. The vast majority of these planes have guns similar in calibre to a .50 cal, which means that they have the firepower to dispatch you at a fairly fast rate.
  
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In terms of the British, any Spitfire or Hurricane will out-turn you. While they do not have as heavy of armament as you do, the shear rate of fire from the .308s can light up exposed ares of the plane, or even score a pilot kill. While it is mostly unlikely, the Spitfire Mk. IIb not only boasts maneuverability, but also two 20 mm Hispano cannons, which can tear you to bits. In addition, almost all British fighters can out-climb you, which leaves you at a disadvantage in energy.
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In terms of the British, any Spitfire or Hurricane will out-turn you. While they do not have as heavy of armament as you do, the sheer rate of fire from the .303s can light up exposed ares of the plane, or even score a pilot kill. While it is mostly unlikely, the Spitfire Mk. IIb not only boasts manoeuvrability, but also two 20 mm Hispano cannons, which can tear you to bits. In addition, almost all British fighters can out-climb you, which leaves you at a disadvantage in energy.
  
 
The Germans have the most planes that can give you a problem, due to the vast majority of them having 20 mm cannons. Most notably are aircraft like the Bf-110 and the Bf-109 E-3. You also do have to worry about aircraft like the Bf-109 F-1, which has a 20 mm cannon in the propeller hub. While it is unlikely, you may also face the Fw-190 A-1. Most German planes will have a significantly better climb rate than you and be able to energy fight you more efficiently. As mentioned earlier, most German planes boast much heavier firepower than you, which renders you at a disadvantage in punching power.
 
The Germans have the most planes that can give you a problem, due to the vast majority of them having 20 mm cannons. Most notably are aircraft like the Bf-110 and the Bf-109 E-3. You also do have to worry about aircraft like the Bf-109 F-1, which has a 20 mm cannon in the propeller hub. While it is unlikely, you may also face the Fw-190 A-1. Most German planes will have a significantly better climb rate than you and be able to energy fight you more efficiently. As mentioned earlier, most German planes boast much heavier firepower than you, which renders you at a disadvantage in punching power.
  
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Most Russian planes will also give you a run for your money. Almost all of the Russian planes boast only nose-mounted weaponry, giving them a significant advantage over most allied planes. The most common enemies to worry about are any plane with the prefix "Yak." Perhaps the most common cause of US teams being defeated by the Russians, is the fact that they head on an IL-2. '''Never''' under any circumstance head on an IL-2.  
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Most Russian planes will also give you a run for your money. Almost all of the Russian planes boast only nose-mounted weaponry, giving them a significant advantage over most allied planes. The most common enemies to worry about are any plane with the prefix "Yak". Perhaps the most common cause of US teams being defeated by the Russians, is the fact that they head on an IL-2. '''Never''' under any circumstance head on an IL-2.
  
 
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As mentioned earlier, the P-40C has nose-mounted .50 cals, which can make short work of almost any fighter at battle rating 2.3. The aircraft also has a tighter turning time than the P-40E, which can give a P-40C pilot a small advantage. If a P-40C finds its way onto your tail, try to make the pilot over-shoot or bleed energy. The cockpit, while having more protection than an open top and a bubble canopy, is still a fairly vulnerable spot, so pilot snipes aren't uncommon.  
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As mentioned earlier, the P-40C has nose-mounted .50 cals, which can make short work of almost any fighter at its battle rating. The aircraft also has a tighter turning time than the P-40E, which can give a P-40C pilot a small advantage. If a P-40C finds its way onto your tail, try to make the pilot over-shoot or bleed energy. The cockpit, while having more protection than an open top and a bubble canopy, is still a fairly vulnerable spot, so pilot snipes aren't uncommon.
  
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Heads up for German and Russian pilots! While aircraft like the Bf-110, LaGG-3 and the Yaks have nose-mounted weaponry, an experienced P-40C player can still make you pay dearly in a head-on. If you find yourself in a head on with a P-40C, fire a short burst, then hit the deck to avoid being hit by return fire. This is especially true with the Russians due to their wooden air frame.  
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Heads up for German and Russian pilots! While aircraft like the Bf-110, LaGG-3 and the Yaks have nose-mounted weaponry, an experienced P-40C player can still make you pay dearly in a head-on. If you find yourself in a head on with a P-40C, fire a short burst, then hit the deck to avoid being hit by return fire. This is especially true with the Russians due to their wooden airframe.
  
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===Manual Engine Control===
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=== Manual Engine Control ===
 
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 
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! colspan="7" | MEC elements
 
! colspan="7" | MEC elements
 
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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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! Oil !! Water !! Type
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! Water
 
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! Type  
 
 
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Auto controls available  
 
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| rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Controllable  
 
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Auto controls available  
 
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| rowspan="2" | Separate || rowspan="2" | Not Controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable
 
 
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===Modules===
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=== Modules ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
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! Tier
 
! colspan="2" | Flight performance
 
! colspan="2" | Flight performance
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! colspan="1" | Survivability
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! Survivability
 
! colspan="2" | Weaponry
 
! colspan="2" | Weaponry
 
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|-
 
| I
 
| I
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| Fuselage Repair
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| Fuselage repair
 
| Radiator
 
| Radiator
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| Offensive 7 mm
 
| Offensive 7 mm
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| II
 
| II
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| Compressor
 
| Compressor
 
| Airframe
 
| Airframe
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|New 7 mm MGs
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| New 7 mm MGs
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| III
 
| III
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| Wings Repair
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| Wings repair
 
| Engine
 
| Engine
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| Offensive 12 mm
 
| Offensive 12 mm
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| IV
 
| IV
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| Engine injection
 
| Cover
 
| Cover
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|New 12 mm MGs
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| New 12 mm MGs
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|FMBC mk.1
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| FMBC mk.1
 
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=== Pros and cons ===
 
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'''Pros:'''
 
'''Pros:'''
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* Rather sturdy airframe
 
* Rather sturdy airframe
 
* Dense firepower
 
* Dense firepower
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* Plentiful .30 Cal ammunition
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* Plentiful .30 cal ammunition
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* Ability to carry a 500lb bomb, which can be useful against ground targets (Tank RB)
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* Able to carry a 500 lb bomb, which can be useful against ground targets (Tank RB)
 
* Slightly tighter vertical turning circle than the P-40E
 
* Slightly tighter vertical turning circle than the P-40E
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* Strong rudder authority  
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* Strong rudder authority
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* High Vne(Never exceed speed)
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* High Vne (never exceed speed)
  
 
'''Cons:'''
 
'''Cons:'''
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* Scarce .50 Cal ammunition
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* Scarce .50 Cal ammunition  
 
 
* Low energy retention
 
* Low energy retention
 
* Modest rear-cockpit visibility
 
* Modest rear-cockpit visibility
 
* Only a modest climb rate
 
* Only a modest climb rate
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* Somewhat slow roll  
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* Somewhat slow roll
 
* Very hard compression beyond 600 km/h
 
* Very hard compression beyond 600 km/h
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* Poor high altitude perforrmance
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* Poor high altitude performance
  
 
== History ==
 
== History ==
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''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 long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).''
  
 
== Media ==
 
== Media ==
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''An excellent addition to the article will be video guides, as well as screenshots from the game and photos.''
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''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''
  
 
===Obtainable events===
 
===Obtainable events===
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* The P-40C has only been available so far in the 2017 "Festive Quest" that took place between 22 December 2017 to 22 January 2018. It was obtained via completing 7 pilot's Christmas toys.
 
* The P-40C has only been available so far in the 2017 "Festive Quest" that took place between 22 December 2017 to 22 January 2018. It was obtained via completing 7 pilot's Christmas toys.
  
 
== See also ==
 
== See also ==
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* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;''
 
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;Related development
 
;Related development
  
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== External links ==
 
== External links ==
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* [[wt:en/news/5220/current|[News] P-40C: Flying Tiger]]
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* [https://warthunder.com/en/news/5220/current [News<nowiki>]</nowiki> P-40C: Flying Tiger]
 
  
 
{{AirManufacturer Curtiss}}
 
{{AirManufacturer Curtiss}}
 
{{USA fighters}}
 
{{USA fighters}}
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{{USA premium aircraft}}
 
{{Winter Event}}
 
{{Winter Event}}

Revision as of 17:03, 23 January 2020

Rank VII | Premium | Golden Eagles
Challenger DS Pack
P-40C
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P-40C
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This page is about the premium American fighter P-40C. For other versions, see P-40 (Family).

Description

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The P-40C Warhawk is a gift rank II American fighter with a battle rating of 2.3 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced during Update 1.75 "La Résistance" in the 2017 "Festive Quest" that took place between 22 December 2017 to 22 January 2018. It was obtained via completing 7 pilot's Christmas toys.

The P-40C is nearly identical in looks to its younger brother, the P-40E. However, the distinguishing part of the P-40C are the nose-mounted .50 calibre machine guns. This allows you to have a denser cone of fire in contrast to other US aircraft at this battle rating.

General info

Flight performance

Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.

Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 4,500 m) 		Max altitude
(metres) 		Turn time
(seconds) 		Rate of climb
(metres/second) 		Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 537 521 10760 20.0 20.7 8.8 343
Upgraded 588 561 18.0 19.0 16.4 12.0

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear
✓ ✓ ✓ X X
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
795 300 645 445 245 ~12 ~6
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< 420 < 380 < 420 > 310
Compressor Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
Setting 1 3,660 m 970 hp 1,173 hp

Survivability and armour

  • 38 mm Bulletproof glass - Armoured windscreen
  • 9.5 mm Steel - Armour plate behind engine
  • 8 mm Steel - Armoured plate behind the pilot

Armaments

Offensive armament

Main articles: M2 Browning (12.7 mm), Browning (7.62 mm)

The P-40C is armed with:

  • 2 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns, nose-mounted (235 rpg = 470 total)
  • 4 x 7.62 mm Browning machine guns, wing-mounted (490 rpg = 1,960 total)

Suspended armament

Main article: AN-M64A1 (500 lb)

The P-40C can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • Without load
  • 1 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bomb (500 lb total)

Usage in battles

The most plausible manner to use this aircraft is in the Boom & Zoom role, given its fast speed in a dive. In addition, the nose-mounted .50 calibre can help you preform certain attacks a P-40E pilot could dream of doing. However, there are certain methods to using the plane, as it is an earlier iteration of the P-40.

The first method is to climb to altitude, and try to intercept enemy attackers and bombers. This tends to play in favor of the P-40C, due to its excellent top speed of 528 kph (328 mph) at 3,800 meters (12,467 feet.) That being said though, you are inhibited by its relatively slow rate of climb of only 10 meters/second (32 feet/second.) On the contrary, once you reach altitude, Boom & Zoom as much as you want against bombers, as your high dive speed will make it difficult for most gunners to target you. In addition, you have a nice turn speed of 21 seconds, which can allow you to snap over on some opponents with relative impunity. If you do find yourself fighting in the vertical, flaps will also be of use to you, as they do have a decent speed tolerance before they snap off.

Specific enemies worth noting

Perhaps the biggest threat comes from facing any Japanese plane at this battle rating. They can turn so much faster than you as to bleed your speed and energy to the point of stalling out. The greatest threats come from the Ki-44s and the A6M2-N. In addition, the Ki-43 has significantly greater manoeuvrability than you. The vast majority of these planes have guns similar in calibre to a .50 cal, which means that they have the firepower to dispatch you at a fairly fast rate.

In terms of the British, any Spitfire or Hurricane will out-turn you. While they do not have as heavy of armament as you do, the sheer rate of fire from the .303s can light up exposed ares of the plane, or even score a pilot kill. While it is mostly unlikely, the Spitfire Mk. IIb not only boasts manoeuvrability, but also two 20 mm Hispano cannons, which can tear you to bits. In addition, almost all British fighters can out-climb you, which leaves you at a disadvantage in energy.

The Germans have the most planes that can give you a problem, due to the vast majority of them having 20 mm cannons. Most notably are aircraft like the Bf-110 and the Bf-109 E-3. You also do have to worry about aircraft like the Bf-109 F-1, which has a 20 mm cannon in the propeller hub. While it is unlikely, you may also face the Fw-190 A-1. Most German planes will have a significantly better climb rate than you and be able to energy fight you more efficiently. As mentioned earlier, most German planes boast much heavier firepower than you, which renders you at a disadvantage in punching power.

Most Russian planes will also give you a run for your money. Almost all of the Russian planes boast only nose-mounted weaponry, giving them a significant advantage over most allied planes. The most common enemies to worry about are any plane with the prefix "Yak". Perhaps the most common cause of US teams being defeated by the Russians, is the fact that they head on an IL-2. Never under any circumstance head on an IL-2.

Counter-tactics

As mentioned earlier, the P-40C has nose-mounted .50 cals, which can make short work of almost any fighter at its battle rating. The aircraft also has a tighter turning time than the P-40E, which can give a P-40C pilot a small advantage. If a P-40C finds its way onto your tail, try to make the pilot over-shoot or bleed energy. The cockpit, while having more protection than an open top and a bubble canopy, is still a fairly vulnerable spot, so pilot snipes aren't uncommon.

Heads up for German and Russian pilots! While aircraft like the Bf-110, LaGG-3 and the Yaks have nose-mounted weaponry, an experienced P-40C player can still make you pay dearly in a head-on. If you find yourself in a head on with a P-40C, fire a short burst, then hit the deck to avoid being hit by return fire. This is especially true with the Russians due to their wooden airframe.

Manual Engine Control

MEC elements
Mixer Pitch Radiator Supercharger Turbocharger
Oil Water Type
Controllable Controllable
Auto control available 		Not controllable
Not auto controlled 		Controllable
Auto control available 		Combined Not controllable
1 gear 		Not controllable

Modules

Tier Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
I Fuselage repair Radiator Offensive 7 mm
II Compressor Airframe New 7 mm MGs
III Wings repair Engine Offensive 12 mm
IV Engine injection Cover New 12 mm MGs FMBC mk.1

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Rather sturdy airframe
  • Dense firepower
  • Plentiful .30 cal ammunition
  • Able to carry a 500 lb bomb, which can be useful against ground targets (Tank RB)
  • Slightly tighter vertical turning circle than the P-40E
  • Strong rudder authority
  • High Vne (never exceed speed)

Cons:

  • Scarce .50 Cal ammunition
  • Low energy retention
  • Modest rear-cockpit visibility
  • Only a modest climb rate
  • Somewhat slow roll
  • Very hard compression beyond 600 km/h
  • Poor high altitude performance

History

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Media

Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.

Obtainable events

  • The P-40C has only been available so far in the 2017 "Festive Quest" that took place between 22 December 2017 to 22 January 2018. It was obtained via completing 7 pilot's Christmas toys.

See also

Related development
Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era

External links


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