Difference between revisions of "Me 410 B-2/U4"
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{{About | {{About | ||
| about = German twin-engine fighter '''{{PAGENAME}}''' | | about = German twin-engine fighter '''{{PAGENAME}}''' | ||
| usage = other uses | | usage = other uses | ||
| link = Me 410 (Family) | | link = Me 410 (Family) | ||
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+ | |code=me-410b-2_u4 | ||
+ | |images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_Me_410_B-2_U4.jpg}} | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German twin-engine fighter {{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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== General info == | == General info == | ||
[[File:Cockpit_Me410.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Me 410's instrument panel.]] | [[File:Cockpit_Me410.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Me 410's instrument panel.]] | ||
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''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' | ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' | ||
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 6,750 m) | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 6,750 m) | ||
− | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>( | + | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(metres) |
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ||
− | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>( | + | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(metres/second) |
− | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>( | + | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(metres) |
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− | ! AB | + | ! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB |
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− | |577||562|| {{Specs|ceiling}} ||31.2||31.2||7.9||7.9||520 | + | ! Stock |
+ | | 577 || 562 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 31.2 || 31.2 || 7.9 || 7.9 || rowspan="2" | 520 | ||
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! colspan="5" | Features | ! colspan="5" | Features | ||
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− | ! Combat | + | ! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear |
− | ! Take-off | ||
− | ! Landing | ||
− | ! Air brakes | ||
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− | ! colspan=" | + | ! colspan="7" | Limits |
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− | ! rowspan="2" | | + | ! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h) |
− | ! rowspan="2" | Gear | + | ! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h) |
− | ! | + | ! 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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− | | {{Specs| | + | | {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 480 || 480 || 280 || ~12 || ~4 |
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− | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities | + | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h) |
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− | ! Ailerons | + | ! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator |
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| < 360 || < 360 || < 460 || > 265 | | < 360 || < 360 || < 460 || > 265 | ||
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| 5,750 m || 3,120 hp || 3,551 hp | | 5,750 m || 3,120 hp || 3,551 hp | ||
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=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and armour === | ||
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}} | {{Specs-Avia-Armour}} | ||
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* 8 mm Steel - Nose armour | * 8 mm Steel - Nose armour | ||
* 60 mm Bulletproof Glass | * 60 mm Bulletproof Glass | ||
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{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}} | {{Specs-Avia-Offensive}} | ||
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− | {{main|BK 5 (50 mm)|MG 151 | + | {{main|BK 5 (50 mm)|MG 151 (20 mm)}} |
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
* 1 x 50 mm BK 5 cannon, nose-mounted (22 rpg) | * 1 x 50 mm BK 5 cannon, nose-mounted (22 rpg) | ||
− | * 2 x 20 mm MG 151 | + | * 2 x 20 mm MG 151 cannons, nose-mounted (350 rpg = 700 total) |
=== Defensive armament === | === Defensive armament === | ||
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by: | ||
− | * 1 x 13 mm MG 131, | + | * 1 x 13 mm MG 131 machine gun, 2 x beam turrets (500 rpg) |
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== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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− | ===Manual Engine Control=== | + | === Manual Engine Control === |
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=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
* Well protected nose and pilot | * Well protected nose and pilot | ||
− | * | + | * 50 mm gun is capable of destroying heavy tanks (AP belt) and any kind of planes with a single shot (Air targets belt) |
− | * Very accurate | + | * Very accurate 50 mm gun, if used properly |
* Good climbing rate and starting position, suitable for ground attack or intercepting bombers | * Good climbing rate and starting position, suitable for ground attack or intercepting bombers | ||
* 2x13mm turret cover huge vertical angle | * 2x13mm turret cover huge vertical angle | ||
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* Can't rely much on AI gunner, no good armour | * Can't rely much on AI gunner, no good armour | ||
* Very slow turning speed | * Very slow turning speed | ||
− | * 600 km/h at 6,750 m is good, but in reality, you'll be | + | * 600 km/h at 6,750 m is good, but in reality, you'll be equal or slower than Su-6 at lower heights |
* No additional armaments, inexperienced pilot can waste 22 shots pretty quick | * No additional armaments, inexperienced pilot can waste 22 shots pretty quick | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
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=== In-game description === | === In-game description === | ||
− | + | April 1944 saw the Me 410 B version replace the Me 410 A on the assembly lines. The main distinction of this variant was its Daimler-Benz DB 603G twelve-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. The new engines had an increased boost and compression ratio, which allowed a takeoff power of 1,900 hp. | |
The aircraft's armament was reinforced. The pair of 7.92 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 17 machine guns mounted in the nose section were replaced with the same number of the more powerful and efficient 13 mm large-calibre Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 131 machine guns. | The aircraft's armament was reinforced. The pair of 7.92 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 17 machine guns mounted in the nose section were replaced with the same number of the more powerful and efficient 13 mm large-calibre Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 131 machine guns. | ||
− | Me | + | Me 410 B planes could now have two additional 300-litre fuel tanks suspended under their wing panels, and the main landing gear legs were extended. |
− | Just as it was in the case of the Me | + | Just as it was in the case of the Me 410 A, two main versions of the aircraft saw full-scale production: the Me 410 B-1 high-speed bomber and the Me 410 B-2 "destroyer". Various Rüstsatz and Umbausatz kits were used on these aircraft. |
− | The Me | + | The Me 410 B-1/U2 and the Me 410 B-1/U4 had armament corresponding to the same versions of the A-1 modification: either a pair of 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons (the U2 kit), or a 50 mm Rheinmetall BK 5 cannon (the U4 kit). |
− | The Me | + | The Me 410 B-2/U2 version of the aircraft had a WB 151 ventral container with two more 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons. |
− | In addition to the 50 mm Rheinmetall BK 5 cannon mounted in the bomb bay, Me | + | In addition to the 50 mm Rheinmetall BK 5 cannon mounted in the bomb bay, Me 410 B-2/U4 planes had a pair of 30 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MK 103 cannons installed. To make room, their 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannon and 13 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 131 machine guns were removed. About a hundred such kits were delivered to the Luftwaffe's troops on the front lines. |
− | Several more | + | Several more "field modification kits" for the Me 410 B-2 were developed for the purpose of fighting Allied bombers. The R2 kit included a WB 108 container with two 30 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MK 108 cannons. The R3 kit also allowed the mounting of additional 30 mm cannons of a different type (Rheinmetall-Borsig MK 103) in a WB 103 container. |
In addition to a WB 151 container, planes equipped with the R4 kit received two additional 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons mounted under the fuselage. Planes with the R5 kit received a container with four Mauser MG 151/20 cannons, mounted in the bomb bay. | In addition to a WB 151 container, planes equipped with the R4 kit received two additional 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons mounted under the fuselage. Planes with the R5 kit received a container with four Mauser MG 151/20 cannons, mounted in the bomb bay. | ||
− | In April 1944, several Me | + | In April 1944, several Me 410 B-2/U4 aircraft received a 37 mm Rheinmetall BK 3.7 aircraft anti-tank cannon for trial. |
== Media == | == Media == |
Revision as of 20:02, 27 December 2020
This page is about the German twin-engine fighter Me 410 B-2/U4. For other uses, see Me 410 (Family). |
Contents
Description
The Me 410 B-2/U4 is a rank II German twin-engine fighter with a battle rating of 3.0 (AB/RB) and 4.7 (SB). It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
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 6,750 m) |
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 | 577 | 562 | 10250 | 31.2 | 31.2 | 7.9 | 7.9 | 520 |
Upgraded | ___ | ___ | __._ | __._ | __._ | __._ |
Details
Features | ||||
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Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X |
Limits | ||||||
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Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
750 | 350 | 480 | 480 | 280 | ~12 | ~4 |
Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
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Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
< 360 | < 360 | < 460 | > 265 |
Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
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Setting 1 | ||
Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
5,750 m | 3,120 hp | 3,551 hp |
Survivability and armour
- 8 mm Steel - Nose armour
- 60 mm Bulletproof Glass
- 12 mm Steel - Headrest
- 8 mm Steel - Cockpit mid plate
- 8 mm Steel - Rear gunner plate
- 9 mm Steel - Rear boom armour plate
- 9 mm Steel - Liquid cooling protective armour
- 5 mm Steel - Wing leading edge armour
- 8 mm Steel - Engine nacelle fore and aft plates
Modifications and economy
Armaments
Offensive armament
The Me 410 B-2/U4 is armed with:
- 1 x 50 mm BK 5 cannon, nose-mounted (22 rpg)
- 2 x 20 mm MG 151 cannons, nose-mounted (350 rpg = 700 total)
Defensive armament
The Me 410 B-2/U4 is defended by:
- 1 x 13 mm MG 131 machine gun, 2 x beam turrets (500 rpg)
Usage in battles
Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, 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).
Manual Engine Control
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Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
Oil | Water | Type | ||||
Not controllable | Controllable Auto control available |
Not controllable Not auto controlled |
Controllable Not auto controlled |
Combined | Not controllable 1 gear |
Not controllable |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Well protected nose and pilot
- 50 mm gun is capable of destroying heavy tanks (AP belt) and any kind of planes with a single shot (Air targets belt)
- Very accurate 50 mm gun, if used properly
- Good climbing rate and starting position, suitable for ground attack or intercepting bombers
- 2x13mm turret cover huge vertical angle
- Good in steep dives, has air brakes
- Can fly with one engine
Cons:
- Big plane, a perfect target for enemy fighters
- Fighting other planes requires good aiming skills
- Can't rely much on AI gunner, no good armour
- Very slow turning speed
- 600 km/h at 6,750 m is good, but in reality, you'll be equal or slower than Su-6 at lower heights
- No additional armaments, inexperienced pilot can waste 22 shots pretty quick
History
In-game description
April 1944 saw the Me 410 B version replace the Me 410 A on the assembly lines. The main distinction of this variant was its Daimler-Benz DB 603G twelve-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. The new engines had an increased boost and compression ratio, which allowed a takeoff power of 1,900 hp.
The aircraft's armament was reinforced. The pair of 7.92 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 17 machine guns mounted in the nose section were replaced with the same number of the more powerful and efficient 13 mm large-calibre Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 131 machine guns.
Me 410 B planes could now have two additional 300-litre fuel tanks suspended under their wing panels, and the main landing gear legs were extended.
Just as it was in the case of the Me 410 A, two main versions of the aircraft saw full-scale production: the Me 410 B-1 high-speed bomber and the Me 410 B-2 "destroyer". Various Rüstsatz and Umbausatz kits were used on these aircraft.
The Me 410 B-1/U2 and the Me 410 B-1/U4 had armament corresponding to the same versions of the A-1 modification: either a pair of 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons (the U2 kit), or a 50 mm Rheinmetall BK 5 cannon (the U4 kit).
The Me 410 B-2/U2 version of the aircraft had a WB 151 ventral container with two more 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons.
In addition to the 50 mm Rheinmetall BK 5 cannon mounted in the bomb bay, Me 410 B-2/U4 planes had a pair of 30 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MK 103 cannons installed. To make room, their 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannon and 13 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MG 131 machine guns were removed. About a hundred such kits were delivered to the Luftwaffe's troops on the front lines.
Several more "field modification kits" for the Me 410 B-2 were developed for the purpose of fighting Allied bombers. The R2 kit included a WB 108 container with two 30 mm Rheinmetall-Borsig MK 108 cannons. The R3 kit also allowed the mounting of additional 30 mm cannons of a different type (Rheinmetall-Borsig MK 103) in a WB 103 container.
In addition to a WB 151 container, planes equipped with the R4 kit received two additional 20 mm Mauser MG 151/20 cannons mounted under the fuselage. Planes with the R5 kit received a container with four Mauser MG 151/20 cannons, mounted in the bomb bay.
In April 1944, several Me 410 B-2/U4 aircraft received a 37 mm Rheinmetall BK 3.7 aircraft anti-tank cannon for trial.
Media
Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.
See 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.
External links
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- topic on the official game forum;
- encyclopedia page on the aircraft;
- other literature.
Germany twin-engine fighters | |
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Messerschmitt | Bf 109 Z-1 |
Me 410 A-1/U2 · Me 410 B-1/U2 | |
Dornier | Do 17 Z-7 · Do 217 J-1 · Do 217 J-2 · Do 217 N-1 · Do 217 N-2 |
Focke-Wulf | Ta 154 A-1 |
Junkers | Ju 88 C-6 · Ju 388 J |