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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | The ''' | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Italian bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica"]] alongside the initial Italian aviation tree. |
− | The BR.20 has a superb bomb load and is quite strong, being able to soak up a bit more damage than other comparable bombers. The defensive armament has excellent coverage, however the dorsal gunner is quite exposed and commonly gets hit in combat. It not only looks but also flies like a brick, this is a very slow plane and in | + | The BR.20 has a superb bomb load and is quite strong, being able to soak up a bit more damage than other comparable bombers. The defensive armament has excellent coverage, however the dorsal gunner is quite exposed and commonly gets hit in combat. It not only looks but also flies like a brick, this is a very slow plane and in Arcade and Realistic battles, because these game modes are so short, by the time you reach your bombing target the match may already be almost over! The BR.20 is still however quite a treat to fly and is stable and well suited to Simulator. |
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+ | Another very interesting strategy the BR.20 DR is capable of is ironically, attacking other bombers. When the top & front gunner are pointed forward, the combined firepower of three 7.7 machineguns makes for a nasty surprise, especially if loaded with the AP-I belt! | ||
== 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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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
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! colspan="8" | ''Stock'' | ! colspan="8" | ''Stock'' | ||
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− | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at | + | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,000 m) |
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters) | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters) | ||
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ||
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ||
− | ! rowspan="2" |Take-off run<br>(meters) | + | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(meters) |
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! AB | ! AB | ||
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! RB | ! RB | ||
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− | | | + | | 411 || 398 || {{Specs|ceiling}} || 32.1 || 33.5 || 2.3 || 2.3 || 750 |
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! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded'' | ! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded'' | ||
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− | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at | + | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,000 m) |
− | ! rowspan="2" |Max altitude (meters) | + | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters) |
− | ! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds) | + | ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) |
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ||
− | ! rowspan="2" |Take-off run (meters) | + | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(meters) |
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! AB | ! AB | ||
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! RB | ! RB | ||
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− | | | + | | 452 || 430 || {{Specs|ceiling}} || 30.0 || 31.0 || 7.4 || 4.6 || 750 |
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− | ====Details==== | + | ==== Details ==== |
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
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! colspan="5" | Features | ! colspan="5" | Features | ||
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− | ! Combat | + | ! Combat flaps |
− | ! Take-off | + | ! Take-off flaps |
− | ! Landing | + | ! Landing flaps |
! Air brakes | ! Air brakes | ||
! Arrestor gear | ! Arrestor gear | ||
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− | | X || | + | | X || ✓ || ✓ || X || X <!-- ✓ --> |
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! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h) | ! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h) | ||
! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h) | ! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h) | ||
− | ! rowspan="2" | Combat | + | ! rowspan="2" | Combat flaps<br>(km/h) |
! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ||
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! - | ! - | ||
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− | | | + | | {{Specs|destruction|constructions}} || {{Specs|destruction|chassis}} || 480 || ~5 || ~3 |
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! Radiator<br>(km/h) | ! Radiator<br>(km/h) | ||
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− | | < | + | | < 200 || < 200 || < 270 || > 335 |
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! WEP Engine power | ! WEP Engine power | ||
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− | | | + | | 4,100 m || 1,000 hp || 1,163 hp |
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=== Survivability and armour === | === 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.'' | |
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== Armaments == | == Armaments == | ||
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=== Suspended armament === | === Suspended armament === | ||
− | <!--''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.''--> | + | <!-- ''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' --> |
− | {{main| | + | {{main|GP 50 (50 kg)|GP 100 (100 kg)|GP 250 (250 kg)|GP 500 (500 kg)|GP 800 (800 kg)}} |
− | The | + | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance: |
* 12 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (600 kg total) | * 12 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (600 kg total) | ||
* 12 x 100 kg GP 100 bombs (1,200 kg total) | * 12 x 100 kg GP 100 bombs (1,200 kg total) | ||
− | * 4 | + | * 4 x 250 kg GP 250 bombs (1,000 kg total) |
− | * 2 | + | * 2 x 500 kg GP 500 bombs (1,000 kg total) |
− | * 2 | + | * 2 x 800 kg GP 800 bombs (1,600 kg total) |
=== Defensive armament === | === Defensive armament === | ||
− | <!--''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available remove this subsection.''--> | + | <!-- ''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available, remove this subsection.'' --> |
− | {{main|Breda-SAFAT | + | {{main|Breda-SAFAT (7.7 mm)}} |
− | The | + | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is defended by: |
+ | * 2 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine guns, dorsal turret (500 rpg = 1,000 total) | ||
* 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, nose turret (500 rpg) | * 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, nose turret (500 rpg) | ||
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* 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, ventral turret (500 rpg) | * 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, ventral turret (500 rpg) | ||
− | == Usage in | + | == Usage in battles == |
− | <!--''Describe the tactics of playing in an aircraft, the features of using vehicles in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but 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).''--> | + | <!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in an aircraft, the features of using vehicles 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).'' --> |
− | While bombing, this is excellent aircraft for flying in formation as course speed are easily maintained and controlled. | + | While bombing, this is an excellent aircraft for flying in formation as course and speed are easily maintained and controlled. |
− | ===Manual Engine Control=== | + | === Manual Engine Control === |
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
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! colspan="7" | MEC elements | ! colspan="7" | MEC elements | ||
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− | ! rowspan="2" |Mixer | + | ! rowspan="2" | Mixer |
− | ! rowspan="2" |Pitch | + | ! rowspan="2" | Pitch |
− | ! colspan="3" |Radiator | + | ! colspan="3" | Radiator |
− | ! rowspan="2" |Supercharger | + | ! rowspan="2" | Supercharger |
− | ! rowspan="2" |Turbocharger | + | ! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger |
|- | |- | ||
! Oil | ! Oil | ||
! Water | ! Water | ||
− | ! Type | + | ! Type |
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− | | Not controllable || Controllable<br> | + | | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Controllable<br>Auto control available || rowspan="2" | Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || rowspan="2" | Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || rowspan="2" | Separate || rowspan="2" | Not controllable<br>1 gear || rowspan="2" | Not controllable |
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− | ===Modules=== | + | === Modules === |
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
− | ! Tier | + | ! colspan="1" | Tier |
− | ! Flight performance | + | ! colspan="2" | Flight performance |
− | ! Survivability | + | ! colspan="1" | Survivability |
− | ! Weaponry | + | ! colspan="2" | Weaponry |
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| I | | I | ||
− | | | + | | Fuselage repair |
− | | | + | | Radiator |
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+ | | Turret 7 mm | ||
+ | | MCSAP100 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| II | | II | ||
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− | | | + | | Compressor |
− | | | + | | Airframe |
+ | | | ||
+ | | MCGP250 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| III | | III | ||
− | | | + | | Wings repair |
− | | | + | | Engine |
− | | | + | | |
+ | | New 7 mm MGs (turret) | ||
+ | | MCRO500 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| IV | | IV | ||
− | | | + | | |
− | | | + | | Engine injection |
− | | | + | | Cover |
+ | | | ||
+ | | MCGP800 | ||
|- | |- | ||
|} | |} | ||
=== Pros and cons === | === 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".--> |
'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
− | * | + | |
+ | * Good payload for its rank | ||
* Fast in a dive | * Fast in a dive | ||
+ | * Pitches very well | ||
+ | * Combination of roof & front turret and high spawn can easily disable enemy bombers | ||
'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
− | * | + | |
− | * | + | * Rolls very badly, poor yaw |
+ | * Slow speed | ||
== History == | == 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 | + | <!-- ''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: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).'' --> |
+ | The standard Italian bomber of World War 2, the B.R. 20 was a technically advanced bomber for its time. More than 500 were produced over seven years, and it served on all of Italy's fronts, including Africa, Russia, the Mediterranean, and the Balkans. B.R. 20s based in Belgium participated in the Battle of Britain, taking heavy losses. | ||
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+ | Designed by Fiat's Celestino Rosatelli, the B.R. 20 had a metal structure and duralumin/fabric covering. Its specifications had called for a top speed of 388 km/h, a bomb load of 1200 kg, and a range of 960 km, all of which it easily surpassed. Two modified B.R. 20s competed in the 1937 Istres-Damascus-Paris air race, but did not win. In 1939, another modified B.R. 20 set an endurance record for a 4,800 km flight from Rome to Addis Ababa, averaging more than 400 km/h along the route. | ||
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+ | From 1937 to 1939 B.R. 20s served in the Spanish Civil War. The model did less well in the Battle of Britain, where the Italian air corps lost a quarter of its 80 B.R. 20Ms in their first 300 hours in the air. The model continued to be produced until 1942. | ||
== Media == | == 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 | + | <!--''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;'' | * ''reference to the series of the aircraft;'' | ||
− | * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' | + | * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''--> |
− | * [ | + | ;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era |
+ | * Martin [[B-10B|B-10]] | ||
+ | * Martin [[Martin 139WC|139WC]] | ||
+ | * Tupolev [[SB 2M (Family)|SB]] | ||
+ | * Martin [[Martin 167-A3|167]] Maryland | ||
+ | * Mitsubishi [[Ki-21-Ia|Ki-21]] | ||
+ | * Heinkel [[He 111 H-3|He 111]] | ||
− | == | + | == External links == |
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:'' | ''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:'' | ||
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* ''topic on the official game forum;'' | * ''topic on the official game forum;'' | ||
− | * ''page on aircraft | + | * ''encyclopedia page on the aircraft;'' |
* ''other literature.'' | * ''other literature.'' | ||
+ | * [http://warthunder.com/en/news/4758-fiat-br-20-dr-a-ruthless-warbird-en [Devblog<nowiki>]</nowiki> Fiat BR.20 DR - A Ruthless Warbird] | ||
− | {{ | + | {{AirManufacturer Fiat}} |
+ | {{Italy bombers}} |
Revision as of 20:21, 30 December 2019
Contents
Description
The B.R.20DR is a rank I Italian bomber
with a battle rating of 1.7 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update 1.69 "Regia Aeronautica" alongside the initial Italian aviation tree.
The BR.20 has a superb bomb load and is quite strong, being able to soak up a bit more damage than other comparable bombers. The defensive armament has excellent coverage, however the dorsal gunner is quite exposed and commonly gets hit in combat. It not only looks but also flies like a brick, this is a very slow plane and in Arcade and Realistic battles, because these game modes are so short, by the time you reach your bombing target the match may already be almost over! The BR.20 is still however quite a treat to fly and is stable and well suited to Simulator.
Another very interesting strategy the BR.20 DR is capable of is ironically, attacking other bombers. When the top & front gunner are pointed forward, the combined firepower of three 7.7 machineguns makes for a nasty surprise, especially if loaded with the AP-I belt!
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 | |||||||
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Stock | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 4,000 m) |
Max altitude (meters) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
411 | 398 | 7000 | 32.1 | 33.5 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 750 |
Upgraded | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 4,000 m) |
Max altitude (meters) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
452 | 430 | 7000 | 30.0 | 31.0 | 7.4 | 4.6 | 750 |
Details
Features | ||||
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Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
X | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
Limits | ||||
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Wing-break speed (km/h) |
Gear limit (km/h) |
Combat flaps (km/h) |
Max Static G | |
+ | - | |||
480 | ~5 | ~3 |
Optimal velocities | |||
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Ailerons (km/h) |
Rudder (km/h) |
Elevators (km/h) |
Radiator (km/h) |
< 200 | < 200 | < 270 | > 335 |
Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
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Setting 1 | ||
Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
4,100 m | 1,000 hp | 1,163 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
Suspended armament
The B.R.20DR can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
- 12 x 50 kg GP 50 bombs (600 kg total)
- 12 x 100 kg GP 100 bombs (1,200 kg total)
- 4 x 250 kg GP 250 bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg GP 500 bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 800 kg GP 800 bombs (1,600 kg total)
Defensive armament
The B.R.20DR is defended by:
- 2 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine guns, dorsal turret (500 rpg = 1,000 total)
- 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, nose turret (500 rpg)
- 1 x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT machine gun, ventral turret (500 rpg)
Usage in battles
While bombing, this is an excellent aircraft for flying in formation as course and speed are easily maintained and controlled.
Manual Engine Control
MEC elements | ||||||
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Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
Oil | Water | Type | ||||
Not controllable | Controllable Auto control available |
Controllable Not auto controlled |
Controllable Not auto controlled |
Separate | Not controllable 1 gear |
Not controllable |
Modules
Tier | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||
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I | Fuselage repair | Radiator | Turret 7 mm | MCSAP100 | |
II | Compressor | Airframe | MCGP250 | ||
III | Wings repair | Engine | New 7 mm MGs (turret) | MCRO500 | |
IV | Engine injection | Cover | MCGP800 |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Good payload for its rank
- Fast in a dive
- Pitches very well
- Combination of roof & front turret and high spawn can easily disable enemy bombers
Cons:
- Rolls very badly, poor yaw
- Slow speed
History
The standard Italian bomber of World War 2, the B.R. 20 was a technically advanced bomber for its time. More than 500 were produced over seven years, and it served on all of Italy's fronts, including Africa, Russia, the Mediterranean, and the Balkans. B.R. 20s based in Belgium participated in the Battle of Britain, taking heavy losses.
Designed by Fiat's Celestino Rosatelli, the B.R. 20 had a metal structure and duralumin/fabric covering. Its specifications had called for a top speed of 388 km/h, a bomb load of 1200 kg, and a range of 960 km, all of which it easily surpassed. Two modified B.R. 20s competed in the 1937 Istres-Damascus-Paris air race, but did not win. In 1939, another modified B.R. 20 set an endurance record for a 4,800 km flight from Rome to Addis Ababa, averaging more than 400 km/h along the route.
From 1937 to 1939 B.R. 20s served in the Spanish Civil War. The model did less well in the Battle of Britain, where the Italian air corps lost a quarter of its 80 B.R. 20Ms in their first 300 hours in the air. The model continued to be produced until 1942.
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.
- [Devblog] Fiat BR.20 DR - A Ruthless Warbird
Fiat Aviation (Fiat Aviazione) | |
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Fighters | CR.32 · CR.32 bis · CR.32 quater |
CR.42 · Marcolin's C.R.42 CN · ▀Marcolin's C.R.42 CN | |
G.50 serie 2 · G.50 AS serie 7 | |
G.55 sottoserie 0 · G.55 serie 1 · G.55S | |
G.56 | |
Jet fighters | G.91 pre-serie · G.91 R/1 · G.91 Y · G.91 YS |
▄F-86K* | |
▄F-104G* · F-104S* · F-104S.ASA* · ▄F-104S TAF* | |
Strike aircraft | F.C.20 Bis |
Bombers | B.R.20DR · B.R.20M M1 |
Export/Captured | J11 · ▀CR.42 |
▀G.50 serie 2 · ▀G.50 AS serie 7 | |
◄G.91 R/3 · ◄G.91 R/4 · G.91 R/4 | |
*Licensed | |
See also | North American Aviation · Lockheed Martin |
Italy bombers | |
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Fiat | B.R.20DR · B.R.20M M1 |
Savoia-Marchetti | S.81 · S.M.79 serie 1 · S.M.79 B · S.M.79 serie 8 · S.M.79 AS · S.M.79 bis/T.M |
CANT | Z.1007 bis serie 3 · Z.1007 bis serie 5 |
Piaggio | P.108B serie 1 · P.108B serie 2 |
Foreign: | |
Germany | ▄Ju 87 R-2 · ▄Ju 87 D-3 |
Hungary | ◔Tu-2S-59 |