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This page is about the American jet fighter F-14B. For the other version, see F-14A Early.
F-14B
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F-14B
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Description

The F-14B Tomcat is a rank VIII American jet fighter with a battle rating of 12.7 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "La Royale".

General info

Flight performance

Arrestor gear
Accelerates braking by grabbing the brake cable on the deck of the aircraft carrier
Air brakes
Allows you to dramatically reduce the flight speed by releasing special flaps
Max speed
at 10 668 m2 215 km/h
Turn time24 s
Max altitude16 764 m
Engine2 х General Electric F110-GE-400
TypeJet
Cooling systemAir
Take-off weight34 t

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 10,668 m)
Max altitude
(metres)
Turn time
(seconds)
Rate of climb
(metres/second)
Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 2,191 2,181 16764 24.4 24.5 195.5 188.7 750
Upgraded 2,238 2,215 23.6 24.0 256.6 224.8

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear Drogue chute
X
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
1,555 518 1,200 873 416 ~__ ~__
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< ___ < ___ < ___ -

Engine performance

Engine Aircraft mass
Engine name Number Basic mass Wing loading (full fuel)
General Electric F110-GE-400 2 19,663 kg 514 kg/m2
Engine characteristics Mass with fuel (no weapons load) Max Gross
Weight
Weight (each) Type 16m fuel 20m fuel 30m fuel 45m fuel 53m fuel
1,897 kg Afterburning low-bypass turbofan 21,868 kg 22,399 kg 23,766 kg 25,818 kg 27,013 kg 33,593 kg
Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB) Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP)
Condition 100% WEP 16m fuel 20m fuel 30m fuel 45m fuel 53m fuel MGW
Stationary 6,200 kgf 10,230 kgf 0.93 0.91 0.86 0.79 0.76 0.61
Optimal 6,428 kgf
(1,200km/h)
13,610 kgf
(1,200 km/h)
1.24 1.22 1.15 1.05 1.00 0.81

Survivability and armour

Flares/Chaff
Aircraft countermeasures to distract IR and radar-guided missiles and also AA radar
Crew2 people
Speed of destruction
Structural0 km/h
Gear518 km/h

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

Repair costBasic → Reference
AB2 807 → 4 432 Sl icon.png
RB8 102 → 12 793 Sl icon.png
SB9 540 → 15 063 Sl icon.png
Total cost of modifications309 000 Rp icon.png
470 000 Sl icon.png
Talisman cost3 200 Ge icon.png
Crew training310 000 Sl icon.png
Experts1 100 000 Sl icon.png
Aces3 600 Ge icon.png
Research Aces1 350 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
90 / 320 / 500 % Sl icon.png
256 / 256 / 256 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
Mods jet compressor.png
Compressor
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mods booster.png
New boosters
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mods aerodinamic wing.png
Wings repair
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mods jet engine.png
Engine
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
750 Ge icon.png
Mods aerodinamic fuse.png
Fuselage repair
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mods night vision device.png
NVD
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mods armor frame.png
Airframe
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mods g suit.png
G-suit
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mods armor cover.png
Cover
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
750 Ge icon.png
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LAU-10/A
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mods thermal sight.png
LANTIRN
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods heli false thermal targets.png
Flares/Chaff
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
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M60_belt_pack
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods laser guided bomb.png
Mk82/GBU-38
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods laser guided bomb.png
GBU-12
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods heli false thermal targets.png
Flares/Chaff BOL
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods air to air midrange missile.png
AIM-7M
Research:
10 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
15 000 Sl icon.png
440 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
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M60_new_gun
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
Mk83
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods laser guided bomb.png
GBU-16
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods air to air missile.png
AIM-9L
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mods air to air midrange missile.png
AIM-54A
Research:
11 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
17 000 Sl icon.png
480 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods jet engine extinguisher.png
EFS
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
750 Ge icon.png
Mods laser guided bomb.png
Mk84/GBU-31
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
750 Ge icon.png
Mods laser guided bomb.png
GBU-10/24
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
750 Ge icon.png
Mods air to air midrange missile.png
AIM-54C
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
750 Ge icon.png

Armaments

Ballistic Computer
CCIP (Guns) CCIP (Rockets) CCIP (Bombs) CCRP (Bombs) Lead indicator
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Offensive armament

Main article: M61A1 (20 mm)

The F-14B is armed with:

  • A choice between two presets:
    • 1 x 20 mm M61A1 cannon, cheek-mounted (676 rpg)
    • 1 x 20 mm M61A1 cannon + 60 x countermeasures

Suspended armament

Main article: Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP

The F-14B can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets:

  • Without load
  • 2 x AIM-9L Sidewinder missiles
  • 4 x AIM-9L Sidewinder missiles
  • 4 x AIM-9L Sidewinder missiles + 640 x countermeasures
  • 6 x AIM-7M Sparrow missiles
  • 6 x AIM-54A Phoenix missiles
  • 6 x AIM-54C Phoenix missiles
  • 14 x 500 lb LDGP Mk 82 bombs (7,000 lb total)
  • 14 x 500 lb Mk 82 AIR bombs (7,000 lb total)
  • 4 x 1,000 lb LDGP Mk 83 bombs (4,000 lb total)
  • 4 x 1,000 lb Mk 83 AIR bombs (4,000 lb total)
  • 4 x 2,000 lb LDGP Mk 84 bombs (8,000 lb total)
  • 2 x 957 kg GBU-10 Paveway II bombs (1,914 kg total)
  • 4 x 277 kg GBU-12 Paveway II bombs (1,108 kg total)
  • 4 x 1,092 lb GBU-16 Paveway II bombs (4,368 lb total)
  • 2 x 2,000 lb GBU-24 Paveway III bombs (4,000 lb total)
  • 16 x Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP rockets

Custom loadout options

1 2 3 4 5 6
Hardpoints F-14A Early.png
500 lb LDGP Mk 82 bombs 8 6
500 lb Mk 82 AIR bombs 8 6
1,000 lb LDGP Mk 83 bombs 2 2
1,000 lb Mk 83 AIR bombs 2 2
2,000 lb LDGP Mk 84 bombs 2 2
957 kg GBU-10 Paveway II bombs 2
277 kg GBU-12 Paveway II bombs 2
1,092 lb GBU-16 Paveway II bombs 2 2
2,000 lb GBU-24 Paveway III bombs 1 1
Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP rockets 8 8
AIM-7M Sparrow missiles 1 2 1, 2 1
AIM-9L Sidewinder missiles 1* 1* 1* 1*
AIM-54A Phoenix missiles 1 2 2 1
AIM-54C Phoenix missiles 1 2 2 1
Countermeasures 160* 160* 160* 160*
LANTIRN targeting pod 1
* AIM-9L missiles can be equipped with countermeasures on the same hardpoint
LANTIRN targeting pod must be equipped when carrying guided bombs
Single AIM-7M missile on hardpoint 4 cannot be equipped with GBU-10 or GBU-24 bombs on hardpoint 3
Dual AIM-7M missiles on hardpoint 4 cannot be equipped with marked options on hardpoint 3

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

Pros:

  • Ability to equip additional countermeasure pods grants a massive amount of countermeasures
  • Access to upgraded AIM-7M SARH missiles and AIM-54C ARH missiles
  • All-aspect AIM-9L Sidewinder missiles are a significant upgrade from the previous rear-aspect AIM-9H
  • High velocity and extremely fast firing M61 rotary cannon
  • Large air-to-air missile capacity of eight
  • Substantial upgrade to thrust and climb rate from the previous F-14A
  • Same powerful radar as the previous F-14A
  • Strong air-to-ground load out with Paveway laser-guided bombs and the LANTIRN thermal laser targeting pod
  • Excellent instantaneous and sustained turn rate
  • Excellent energy retention
  • Built-in camera targeting system automatically zooms in to radar locked aircraft and is useful for identification in simulator mode
  • Built-in camera works with the EEGS, it allows you to use the function by applying the target point on the enemy

Cons:

  • Large airframe makes for a large target
  • Two very hot engines make it harder to flare off IR-guided missiles
  • M61 rotary cannon has a rather small ammunition pool of 676
  • The AIM-54C still only has 17G maximum overload and is thus rather easy to kinetically defeat

History

F-14B Upgrade Program

During the mid-1980s, the United States Navy (USN) made a momentous decision to enhance the F-14 airframe by introducing a remarkable new variant of the aircraft. Originally designated as the F-14A+, this exceptional aircraft would eventually earn the prestigious moniker of the F-14B. The USN's comprehensive modernization program aimed to bring the F-14 airframe up to date with the latest technological advancements. One of the key aspects of this program was the incorporation of numerous electronic upgrades. The F-14B underwent a significant avionics overhaul, introducing advanced systems that improved the aircraft's capabilities in various areas. These upgrades included enhanced RWR systems, improved target detection and tracking capabilities (introduction of the Television Camera System) and upgraded communication systems to ensure seamless integration with other elements of the modern battlefield. In addition to these upgrades, the F-14B also received a major boost in terms of its powerplant. The outdated engines of the original F-14A model were replaced with the more advanced F110-GE-400 engines. These engines provided increased thrust and improved fuel efficiency, resulting in enhanced performance and greater operational flexibility for the aircraft. The F-110 engines also offered improved reliability and reduced maintenance requirements, which were crucial factors in ensuring the overall effectiveness and availability of the F-14B.

Devblog

As part of the further upgrade of the Grumman F-14A carrier-based fighters, the aircraft were equipped with new General Electric F110-GE-400 turbojet engines with an afterburner, which significantly increased thrust, while reducing specific fuel consumption. The aircraft also received updated electronic equipment, as well as, unlike early production versions, the TISEO (Target Identification System, Electro Optical) optical target identification system. Initially, the updated Tomcats received the designation F-14A +.

This configuration was applied both to newly manufactured fighters, as well as to those already in service as an upgrade pack. In 1992, the designation was changed to F-14B in order to unify it with other military equipment in service. Subsequently, the F-14B were further upgraded in 1998 under the SLEP program. These jet fighters were in service with the US Navy aviation until 2006.

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