MiG-27K
This page is about the Soviet jet fighter MiG-27K. For the other MiG-27, see MiG-27M. |
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Description
The MiG-27K is a rank VII Soviet jet fighter with a battle rating of 11.3 (AB/RB) and 11.7 (SB). It was introduced in Update "Winged Lions".
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 13,000 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 | 2,182 | 2,172 | 15000 | 36.6 | 36.8 | 133.9 | 127.3 | 750 |
Upgraded | ___ | ___ | __._ | __._ | __._ | __._ |
Details
Features | |||||
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Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear | Drogue chute |
X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | ✓ |
Limits | ||||||
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Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
0 | 630 | N/A | 508 | 473 | ~__ | ~__ |
Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
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Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
< 675 | < 650 | < 700 | N/A |
Engine performance
Engine | Aircraft mass | ||||||
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Engine name | Number | Basic mass | Wing loading (full fuel) | ||||
Tumansky R-29B-300 | 1 | 11,605 kg | 419 - 472 kg/m2 | ||||
Engine characteristics | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) | Max Takeoff Weight | |||||
Weight (each) | Type | 11m fuel | 20m fuel | 30m fuel | 39m fuel | ||
1,780 kg | Afterburning axial-flow turbojet | 12,964 kg | 13,912 kg | 15,065 kg | 16,135 kg | 20,760 kg | |
Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB) | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP) | ||||||
Condition | 100% | WEP | 11m fuel | 20m fuel | 30m fuel | 39m fuel | MTOW |
Stationary | 7,950 kgf | 10,208 kgf | 0.79 | 0.73 | 0.68 | 0.63 | 0.49 |
Optimal | 8,268 kgf (1,400 km/h) |
12,633 kgf (1,400 km/h) |
0.97 | 0.91 | 0.84 | 0.78 | 0.61 |
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
Armaments
Ballistic Computer | |||
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CCIP (Guns) | CCIP (Rockets) | CCIP (Bombs) | CCRP (Bombs) |
Offensive armament
The MiG-27K is armed with:
- A choice between two presets:
- 1 x 30 mm GSh-6-30 cannon, belly-mounted (300 rpg)
- 1 x 30 mm GSh-6-30 cannon (300 rpg) + 72 x countermeasures
Suspended armament
The MiG-27K can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
- Without load
- 2 x R-13M1 missiles
- 7 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (1,750 kg total)
- 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 7 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (3,500 kg total)
- 80 x S-8KO rockets
- 4 x S-24B rockets
- 2 x Kh-23M missiles
- 4 x Kh-25ML missiles
- 2 x Kh-29L missiles
- 2 x Kh-29T missiles
- 4 x R-60M missiles
- 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total)
- 128 x S-5KP rockets
- 20 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (2,000 kg total)
- 12 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs + 64 x S-5KP rockets (1,200 kg total)
- 2 x R-13M1 missiles + 2 x Kh-25ML missiles
- 2 x R-13M1 missiles + 40 x S-8KO rockets + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 2 x R-13M1 missiles + 2 x S-24B rockets
- 2 x R-13M1 missiles + 12 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (1,200 kg total)
- 2 x R-13M1 missiles + 2 x S-24B rockets + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 4 x R-60M missiles + 5 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (1,250 kg total)
- 4 x R-60M missiles + 5 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (2,500 kg total)
- 4 x R-60M missiles + 12 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (1,200 kg total)
- 80 x S-8KO rockets + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 80 x S-8KO rockets + 3 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (750 kg total)
- 40 x S-8KO rockets + 4 x R-60M missiles + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 40 x S-8KO rockets + 4 x R-60M missiles + 3 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (750 kg total)
- 40 x S-8KO rockets + 5 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (2,500 kg total)
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 4 x R-60M missiles
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 5 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (1,250 kg total)
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 5 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (2,500 kg total)
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 40 x S-8KO rockets
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 40 x S-8KO rockets + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 4 x R-60M missiles + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 2 x S-24B rockets + 4 x R-60M missiles + 3 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (750 kg total)
- 4 x R-60M missiles + 2 x Kh-25ML missiles
- 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) + 2 x S-24B rockets
- 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) + 40 x S-8KO rockets + 3 x 500 kg FAB-500M-62 bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) + 5 x 250 kg FAB-250M-62 bombs (1,250 kg total)
- 4 x 500 kg KAB-500 bombs (2,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg KAB-500 bombs + 4 x R-60M missiles (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg KAB-500 bombs + 2 x R-13M1 missiles (1,000 kg total)
- 4 x 500 kg KAB-500L bombs (2,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg KAB-500L bombs + 2 x R-13M1 missiles (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg KAB-500L bombs + 4 x R-60M missiles (1,000 kg total)
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).
Pros and cons
Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".
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Cons:
History
The MiG-27K is the final Soviet version of the MiG-27 ground attack aircraft, derived from the MiG-23. This variant of the MiG-27 differs from previous versions mainly through the inclusion of an onboard laser designator and compatibility with TV-guided weapons systems.
The MiG-27K is a variant of the MiG-27, a ground-attack aircraft derived from the earlier MiG-23. Compared to the MiG-23, the MiG-27 featured a revised downward-sloping nose, leading the aircraft to be nicknamed "Balkon" ("Balcony") because of its improved frontal visibility. The aircraft also had simpler non-variable intake ramps and a fixed engine nozzle, leading to weight savings. In accordance with its ground attack role, the MiG-27 lacked a radar and was instead fitted with ground attack systems.
The MiG-27K followed the previous MiG-27M as the ultimate variant of the MiG-27 in Soviet service. The most notable change was the addition of a laser designator and targeting pod in the nose of the aircraft. Additionally, the aircraft gained the ability to carry TV-guided munitions. In total, roughly 200 MiG-27Ks were built for the Soviet air force.
Media
Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.
See also
- Related development
External links
Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau (Микоя́н и Гуре́вич Опытное конструкторское бюро) | |
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