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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} American attacker {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.89 "Imperial Navy"]].
 
The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} American attacker {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.89 "Imperial Navy"]].
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The {{PAGENAME}} is a classic American attack aircraft. As typical, it is heavy and cumbersome yet hard-hitting and versatile due to the weapons it can carry. Don't expect to effectively dogfight in the Mauler as the main purpose of this aircraft is to strike and eliminate the enemy's ground units. The {{PAGENAME}} has the option to outfit HVARS and Tiny Tims rockets and bombs of all sizes depending on the targets to be hit. Enemy fighters should be avoided as they will typically be faster, more manoeuvrable and better equipped for air-to-air combat at which the {{PAGENAME}} is at a significant disadvantage, however, when pressed into air combat some Mauler pilots end up working miracles and survive the encounter.
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
 
=== Flight performance ===
 
=== 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.''
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The {{PAGENAME}} is a rather cumbersome and heavy aircraft. For pilots new to the aircraft, they will notice even without a payload, the aircraft feels sluggish and can be even more frustrating early on while the aircraft is still in its stock phase. At low speeds, this aircraft is an easy target to prey on. Despite the circumstances, it is decently manoeuvrable for a single-seated attack aircraft allowing for the targeting of ground targets, however, care must be taken when it is necessary to manoeuvre as this aircraft bleeds energy very quickly.
  
 
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
 
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* 4 x 20 mm T31 cannons, wing-mounted (200 rpg = 800 total)
 
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 
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* Without load
 
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* 14 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (3,500 lb total)
 
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=== Pros and cons ===
 
=== Pros and cons ===
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* Large and versatile payload
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* Decent 20 mm cannons for head-ons or ground attack purposes
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* Airbrakes and arresting hook
  
 
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* No defensive armament
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* Bleeds energy quickly if manoeuvring
  
 
== History ==
 
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== See also ==
 
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;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
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{{USA attackers}}
 
{{USA attackers}}

Revision as of 10:06, 17 February 2020

RANK 6 BRITAIN
Rooikat 105 PACK
AM-1
am_1_mauler.png
AM-1
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Description

GarageImage AM-1.jpg


The AM-1 Mauler is a rank IV American attacker with a battle rating of 5.7 (AB/RB) and 5.3 (SB). It was introduced in Update 1.89 "Imperial Navy".

The AM-1 is a classic American attack aircraft. As typical, it is heavy and cumbersome yet hard-hitting and versatile due to the weapons it can carry. Don't expect to effectively dogfight in the Mauler as the main purpose of this aircraft is to strike and eliminate the enemy's ground units. The AM-1 has the option to outfit HVARS and Tiny Tims rockets and bombs of all sizes depending on the targets to be hit. Enemy fighters should be avoided as they will typically be faster, more manoeuvrable and better equipped for air-to-air combat at which the AM-1 is at a significant disadvantage, however, when pressed into air combat some Mauler pilots end up working miracles and survive the encounter.

General info

Flight performance

The AM-1 is a rather cumbersome and heavy aircraft. For pilots new to the aircraft, they will notice even without a payload, the aircraft feels sluggish and can be even more frustrating early on while the aircraft is still in its stock phase. At low speeds, this aircraft is an easy target to prey on. Despite the circumstances, it is decently manoeuvrable for a single-seated attack aircraft allowing for the targeting of ground targets, however, care must be taken when it is necessary to manoeuvre as this aircraft bleeds energy very quickly.

Characteristics
Stock
Max Speed
(km/h at 3,500 m)
Max altitude
(meters)
Turn time
(seconds)
Rate of climb
(meters/second)
Take-off run
(meters)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
566 547 9600 23.0 23.8 10.9 10.9 170
Upgraded
Max Speed
(km/h at 3,500 m)
Max altitude
(meters)
Turn time
(seconds)
Rate of climb
(meters/second)
Take-off run
(meters)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
 ??? 589 9600  ??.? 22.0  ??.? 14.2 170

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear
Limits
Wing-break speed
(km/h)
Gear limit
(km/h)
Combat flaps
(km/h)
Max Static G
+ -
420 ~12 ~6
Optimal velocities
Ailerons
(km/h)
Rudder
(km/h)
Elevators
(km/h)
Radiator
(km/h)
< 450 < 220 < 410 > 440
Compressor (RB/SB)
Setting 1
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
4,099 m 2,600 hp N/A
Setting 2
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
4,250 m 1,800 hp 2,782 hp

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.

Armaments

Offensive armament

Main article: T31 (20 mm)

The AM-1 is armed with:

  • 4 x 20 mm T31 cannons, wing-mounted (200 rpg = 800 total)

Suspended armament

Main articles: Tiny Tim, HVAR, Mk.13/44

The AM-1 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • Without load
  • 14 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (3,500 lb total)
  • 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,500 lb total)
  • 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
  • 3 x Mk.13/44 torpedoes
  • 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
  • 12 x HVAR rockets
  • 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
  • 2 x Tiny Tim rockets + 12 x HVAR rockets
  • 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 12 x HVAR rockets (1,500 lb total)
  • 1 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bomb + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 12 x HVAR rockets (2,000 lb total)
  • 1 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bomb + 2 x Tiny Tim rockets + 12 x HVAR rockets (1,000 lb total)
  • 12 x HVAR rockets + 3 x Mk.13/44 torpedoes
  • 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 12 x HVAR rockets (2,000 lb total)
  • 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 10 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (4,000 lb total)
  • 1 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bomb + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 10 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (4,500 lb total)
  • 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 12 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (5,000 lb total)

Usage in battles

Describe the tactics of playing in an 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

MEC elements
Mixer Pitch Radiator Supercharger Turbocharger
Oil Water Type
Not controllable Not controllable
Not auto controlled
Controllable
Not auto controlled
Controllable
Auto control available
Separate Not controllable
2 gears
Not controllable

Modules

Tier Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
I Fuselage repair Radiator M64 FRC mk.2
II Compressor Airframe Offensive 20 mm M65
III Wings repair Engine Mk.13 LFRC mk.12
IV Engine injection Cover New 20 mm cannons M66

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Large and versatile payload
  • Decent 20 mm cannons for head-ons or ground attack purposes
  • Airbrakes and arresting hook

Cons:

  • No defensive armament
  • Sluggish at low speeds
  • Does not effectively accelerate
  • Bleeds energy quickly if manoeuvring

History

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: https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History) and add a link to it here using the main template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <ref></ref>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <references />. This section may also include the vehicles's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under === In-game description ===, also if applicable).

Media

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

See also

Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era

External links

Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:

  • topic on the official game forum;
  • encyclopedia page on the aircraft;
  • other literature.


Glenn L. Martin Company
Attackers  AM-1
Bombers  B-10B · B-26B · PBM-1 · PBM-3
Jet bombers  B-57A* · B-57B*
Export  Martin 139WC · Martin 167-A3 · B-26C
  * These aircraft were license-built from The English Electric Company Limited who developed and built the British English Electric Canberra.

USA strike aircraft
Douglas  A-20G-25 · A-26B-10 · A-26B-50 · A2D-1 · AD-2 · AD-4 · A-1H
North American  A-36 · PBJ-1H · PBJ-1J
Other  AM-1 · AU-1 · XA-38