XP-38G

XP-38G

XP-38G

USA

II Rank

Battle rating:

AB	RB	SB
3.0	3.3	3.3

Class:

PREMIUM

Fighter

Interceptor

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This page is about the American premium twin-engine fighter XP-38G. For the regular version, see P-38G-1. For other uses, see P-38 (Family).

Description

The XP-38G is a premium rank II American twin-engine fighter with a battle rating of 3.0 (AB) and 3.3 (RB/SB). It was in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. It is available to be bought at the Gaijin Store in the "USA Pacific Campaign (1941-1942)" pack.

General info

Flight Performance

The XP-38G very similar to the P-38G. It has most of its fine handling characteristics, speed, and armament. It should be used a strike fighter.

Being a twin-boomed fighter, the XP-38 is slightly less manoeuverable than its counterparts. However, it has a very small turn radius in return.

The P-38 has an extremely high rate of climb and a high speed. Use it as a strike fighter- target bombers and lone fighters. Always side-climb to gain altitude over your opponent.

Characteristics
Stock
Max Speed (km/h at 8,229 m)		Max altitude (meters)	Turn time (seconds)		Rate of climb (meters/second)		Take-off run (meters)
AB	RB		AB	RB	AB	RB
634	616	12192	23.1	23.9	14.6	14.6	380
Upgraded
Max Speed (km/h at 8,229 m)		Max altitude (meters)	Turn time (seconds)		Rate of climb (meters/second)		Take-off run (meters)
AB	RB		AB	RB	AB	RB
689	660	12192	20.9	22.0	22.4	18.0	380

Details

Features
Combat flaps	Take-off flaps	Landing flaps	Air brakes	Arrestor gear
✓	✓	✓	X	X

Limits
Wing-break speed (km/h)	Gear limit (km/h)	Combat flap (km/h)	Max Static G
			+	-
		241	~9.5	~5.5

Optimal velocities
Ailerons (km/h)	Rudder (km/h)	Elevators (km/h)	Radiator (km/h)
< 380	< 460	< 500	> 420

Compressor (RB/SB)
Setting 1
Optimal altitude	100% Engine power	WEP Engine power
5,800 m	2,620 hp	3,010 hp

Engine performance

Engine
Engine Name			Number present
Allison V-1710-51 12-cylinder			2
Engine characteristics
Weight (each)		Type	Cooling
610 kg		Inline	Water
Engine power (Stock)
Mode	Max		Take-off
Arcade	1,084 hp		1,350 hp
Realistic/Simulator	1,072 hp		1,200 hp
Engine power (Upgraded)
Mode	Max		Take-off
Arcade	1,264 hp		1,531 hp
Realistic/Simulator	1,252 hp		1,380 hp

WEP Duration
Arcade		Realistic/Simulator
25 seconds		Infinite

Survivability and armour

• 38 mm Bulletproof glass in cockpit top front.
• 6.5 mm Steel plates in the nose.
• 6.5 mm Steel plates in pilot's seat.
• 9.5 mm Steel plate in pilot's headrest.

Armaments

Offensive armament

The XP-38G is armed with:

• 1 x 20 mm AN/M2 cannon, nose-mounted (150 rpg)
• 4 x 12.7 mm Browning M2 machine guns, nose-mounted (500 rpg = 2,000 total)

The armament on the XP-38G is extremely powerful. A single 20mm cannon combined with 4 M2s in the nose make a devastating, accurate combination. The XP-38G can effectively slice wings in half due to its extremely accurate weapons.

Suspended armament

The XP-38G can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

• Without load
• 6 x M8 rockets

Usage in battles

Utilize the P-38 as a strike fighter. The P-38 has very good energy retention and climb speed, so mainly use it as a BnZ fighter. However, it can be an effective turn fighter against less maneuverable opponents. Be warned, however, that once at a low speed and altitude the P-38 is a sitting duck. It is a very large fighter and easy to destroy.

The best cure is being prepared. Always maintain a high, safe altitude. If you have to, the P-38 is best in a flat dive. It's roll rate can be used to its advantage as well. Use diving and climbing maneuvers to get out of trouble. Avoid turning to counter opponents, unless they are less manoeuvrable.

Manual Engine Control

MEC elements
Mixer	Pitch	Radiator			Supercharger	Turbocharger
		Oil	Water	Type
Controllable	Controllable	Not controllable	Controllable	Combined	Not controllable	Not controllable

Modules

Tier	Flight performance		Survivability	Weaponry
I	Fuselage repair	Radiator		Offensive 12 mm
II		Compressor	Airframe	New 12 mm MGs
III	Wings repair	Engine		Offensive 20 mm	Rocket Launcher M10
IV		Engine injection	Cover	New 20 mm cannons

Pros and cons

Pros:

• Gathers speed quickly in a dive
• Good armament, can rip apart other planes quickly
• Good for boom and zoom
• Good climb rate

Cons:

• Extremely prone to fire
• Poor turning / maneuverability

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