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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
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[[File:GarageImage_Fw190D12.jpg|420px|thumb|left]]
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
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The '''Fw 190 D-12''' is a Rank IV German fighter with a battle rating of 6.0 (AB) and 5.3 (RB/SB). It was in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.29.
 
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
=== Flight Performance ===
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=== Flight performance ===
<!--''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, maneuverability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''-->
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{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
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<!-- ''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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! colspan="8" | Characteristics
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="70%"
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! rowspan="2" | Characteristics
! colspan="8" | ''Stock''
 
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 9,700 m)
 
! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 9,700 m)
! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters)
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! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(metres)
 
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds)
 
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds)
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
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! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(metres/second)
! rowspan="2" |Take-off run<br>(meters)
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! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(metres)
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! AB
 
! RB
 
! AB
 
! RB
 
! AB
 
! RB
 
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| 690 || 673 || 12,000 || 23.2 || 23.6 || 10.5 || 12.8 || 317
 
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! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded''
 
 
|-
 
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 9,700 m)
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! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB
! rowspan="2" |Max altitude (meters)
 
! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds)
 
! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second)
 
! rowspan="2" |Take-off run (meters)
 
 
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! AB
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! Stock
! RB
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| 695 || 675 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 22.9 || 23.8 || 12.9 || 12.9 || rowspan="2" | 317
! AB
 
! RB
 
! AB
 
! RB
 
 
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| 759 || 725 || 12,000 || 20.1 || 21.6 || 26.7 || 17.1 || 317
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! Upgraded
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| 759 || 725 || 20.1 || 21.6 || 26.7 || 17.1
 
|-
 
|-
 
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====Details====
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==== Details ====
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
 
|-
 
|-
 
! colspan="5" | Features
 
! colspan="5" | Features
 
|-
 
|-
! Combat flap
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! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear
! Take-off flap
 
! Landing flap
 
! Air brakes
 
! Arrestor gear
 
 
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|X|| ✓ || ✓ || X || X    <!-- ✓ -->
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| X || ✓ || ✓ || X || X    <!-- ✓ -->
 
|-
 
|-
 
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|-
 
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! colspan="5" | Limits
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! colspan="7" | Limits
 
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|-
! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Wings (km/h)
! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h)
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! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h)
! rowspan="2" | Combat flap<br> (km/h)
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! colspan="3" | Flaps (km/h)
 
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
 
! colspan="2" | Max Static G
 
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! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
! -
 
 
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| 920 || 920 ||N/A|| ~21 || ~21
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| {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || N/A || 700 || 310 || ~12 || ~6
 
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
 
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! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities
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! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h)
 
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! Ailerons<br>(km/h)
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! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
! Rudder<br>(km/h)
 
! Elevators<br>(km/h)
 
! Radiator<br>(km/h)
 
 
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| < 420 || < 510 || < 510 || > 280
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| < 420 || < 300 || < 550 || > 390
 
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! WEP Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
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| 3,900 m || 1,632 hp || 2,007 hp  
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| 3,900 m || 1,632 hp || 2,007 hp
 
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! colspan="3" | Setting 2
 
! colspan="3" | Setting 2
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! WEP Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
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| 7,300 m || 1,658 hp || 2,039 hp  
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| 7,300 m || 1,658 hp || 2,039 hp
 
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! colspan="3" | Setting 3
 
! colspan="3" | Setting 3
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! WEP Engine power
 
! WEP Engine power
 
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| 9,700 m || 1,343 hp || 1,652 hp  
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| 9,700 m || 1,343 hp || 1,652 hp
 
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=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
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* 3 mm Steel - Engine cowl armor
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* 3 mm Steel - Engine cowl armour
* 8 mm Steel - Under cockpit/fuel tank armor
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* 8 mm Steel - Under cockpit/fuel tank armour
* 5 mm Steel - Rear fuel tank armor
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* 5 mm Steel - Rear fuel tank armour
* 8 mm Steel - Pilot's seat armor
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* 8 mm Steel - Pilot's seat armour
* 6 mm Steel - Pilot's seat armor
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* 6 mm Steel - Pilot's seat armour
* 12 mm Steel - Headrest armor
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* 12 mm Steel - Headrest armour
* 57 mm Bulletproof Glassge
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* 57 mm Bulletproof Glass
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=== Modifications and economy ===
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{{Specs-Economy}}
  
 
== Armaments ==
 
== Armaments ==
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{{Specs-Avia-Armaments}}
 
=== Offensive armament ===
 
=== Offensive armament ===
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{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}}
{{main|MK 108 (30 mm)|MG 151/20 (20 mm)}}
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{{main|MK 108 (30 mm)|MG 151 (20 mm)}}
  
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
  
* 1 x 30 mm MK 108 cannon, nose-mounted (85 rpg)  
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* 1 x 30 mm MK 108 cannon, nose-mounted (85 rpg)
* 2 x 20 mm MG 151/20 cannon, wing-mounted (220 rpg = 440 total)
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* 2 x 20 mm MG 151 cannons, wing-mounted (220 rpg = 440 total)
  
 
=== Suspended armament ===
 
=== Suspended armament ===
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{{main|SC50JA (50 kg)|SC250JA (250 kg)|SC500K (500 kg)}}
  
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with:
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
  
 
* Without load
 
* Without load
 
* 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (200 kg total)
 
* 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (200 kg total)
 
* 8 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (400 kg total)
 
* 8 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (400 kg total)
* 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs + 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb (450 kg total)
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* 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb + 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (450 kg total)
 
* 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb (250 kg total)
 
* 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb (250 kg total)
 
* 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb (500 kg total)
 
* 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb (500 kg total)
* 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs + 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb (700 kg total)
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* 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb + 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (700 kg total)
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== Usage in the battles ==
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== Usage in battles ==
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The Fw 190 D-12 was developed and tested alongside the [[Fw 190 D-13|Fw 190D-13]]. They share the same airframe and engine performance with the only difference between the D-12 and the D-13 being the cannon mounted in the propeller. (The D-12 was tested with a Mk 108 30 mm cannon while the D-13 was tested with an MG 151 20 mm cannon in the propeller)
 
  
Due to the D-12 and D-13 being so similar, you can fly them almost identically. (Keeping in mind the differing armament velocities at longer ranges)  the Fw 190 D-12 has a high top speed for its BR, heavy armament with a large ammunition pool, a fantastic engine built for high-altitude performance and it features hydraulic ailerons for an amazing high speed roll rate. It is one of the only prop driven aircraft able to reach speeds exceeding 450 MPH/725 KPH while still retaining some ability to manoeuvre. The D-12 is an energy fighter, the plane relies on speed and engine power to be successful. With it's high burst mass of and the destruction power of the Minengeschoße no bomber in game can survive a short burst. Against fighters the MK 108 is as usual difficult to aim and hit. Not to mention just overkill. As both guns have different ballistics, bind a separate key for your MG 151s. This makes aiming easier, saves ammo and is still sufficient enough against any fighter.
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The Fw 190 D-12 was developed and tested alongside the [[Fw 190 D-13]]. They share the same airframe and engine performance with the only difference between the D-12 and the D-13 being the cannon mounted in the propeller. (The D-12 was tested with a Mk 108 30 mm cannon while the D-13 was tested with an MG 151 20 mm cannon in the propeller)
  
The Fw 190 D-12 is most effective at climbing above your foe and employing standard Boom and Zoom tactics. Keeping in mind that at 700 kph+, the flight surfaces of the Dora series notoriously compress and pulling out at those speeds can be tricky, however, it has been found that because of the fuselage mounted fuel tanks in the Dora series, taking higher fuel loads will cut the amount of time it in takes to pull out of those high speed dives by up to 50% (50% when comparing minimum fuel load to full fuel load.(As of 1.71.1))
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Due to the D-12 and D-13 being so similar, you can fly them almost identically. (Keeping in mind the differing armament velocities at longer ranges)  the Fw 190 D-12 has a high top speed for its BR, heavy armament with a large ammunition pool, a fantastic engine built for high-altitude performance and it features hydraulic ailerons for an amazingly high-speed roll rate. It is one of the only prop driven aircraft able to reach speeds exceeding 450 MPH/725 KPH while still retaining some ability to manoeuvre. The D-12 is an energy fighter, the plane relies on speed and engine power to be successful. With its high burst mass of and the destructive power of the minengeschoße, no bomber in the game can survive a short burst. Against fighters, the MK 108 is as usual difficult to aim and hit. Not to mention just overkill. As both guns have different ballistics, bind a separate key for your MG 151s. This makes aiming easier, saves ammo and is still sufficient enough against any fighter.
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The Fw 190 D-12 is most effective at climbing above your foe and employing standard Boom and Zoom tactics. Keeping in mind that at 700 kph+, the flight surfaces of the Dora series notoriously compress and pulling out at those speeds can be tricky, however, it has been found that because of the fuselage mounted fuel tanks in the Dora series, taking higher fuel loads will cut the amount of time it takes to pull out of those high-speed dives by up to 50% (50% when comparing minimum fuel load to full fuel load.(As of 1.71.1))
  
 
One of the most known abilities of the Fw 190 series is their ability to out roll enemies such as the Spitfire that "lock up" at higher speeds. If attacked from above and if the enemy is at a higher speed than the D-12, it is possible to perform a series of rolls called a "scissors". The goal of this manoeuvre is to both avoid the enemy's guns by rolling out of the way as well as allowing that enemy to overshoot, resulting in the Dora pilot tailing the would-be killer. Although difficult, manoeuvres such as these can turn the tables in a one-on-one dogfight and ensure survival.
 
One of the most known abilities of the Fw 190 series is their ability to out roll enemies such as the Spitfire that "lock up" at higher speeds. If attacked from above and if the enemy is at a higher speed than the D-12, it is possible to perform a series of rolls called a "scissors". The goal of this manoeuvre is to both avoid the enemy's guns by rolling out of the way as well as allowing that enemy to overshoot, resulting in the Dora pilot tailing the would-be killer. Although difficult, manoeuvres such as these can turn the tables in a one-on-one dogfight and ensure survival.
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The role of the ''Bomb Dora'' can be done by any 190 D. A wide arrangement of payloads is possible. But none of them is powerful enough to go for strategic bomb zones. In addition the 50 kg bombs can only be dropped in pairs in RB & SB. In combination with the lack of an aiming reticle, it is suggested to not carry the small bombs in addition  to your ''main'' payload. Bridges, heavy tanks and heavy pillboxes should be the primary target for the 500 kg bomb. The other targets can be destroyed with ease by allied [[:Category:Attackers|attackers]].
 
The role of the ''Bomb Dora'' can be done by any 190 D. A wide arrangement of payloads is possible. But none of them is powerful enough to go for strategic bomb zones. In addition the 50 kg bombs can only be dropped in pairs in RB & SB. In combination with the lack of an aiming reticle, it is suggested to not carry the small bombs in addition  to your ''main'' payload. Bridges, heavy tanks and heavy pillboxes should be the primary target for the 500 kg bomb. The other targets can be destroyed with ease by allied [[:Category:Attackers|attackers]].
===Manual Engine Control===
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=== Manual Engine Control ===
 
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{| 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
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! rowspan="2" | Mixer
! rowspan="2" |Pitch
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! rowspan="2" | Pitch
! colspan="3" |Radiator
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! colspan="3" | Radiator
! rowspan="2" |Supercharger
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! rowspan="2" | Supercharger
! rowspan="2" |Turbocharger
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! rowspan="2" | Turbocharger
 
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! Oil
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! Oil !! Water !! Type
! Water
 
! Type  
 
 
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| Controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Separate || rowspan="2" | Not ontrollable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable
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| Not controllable || Controllable<br>Auto control available || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Combined || Not controllable<br>3 gears || Not controllable
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===Modules===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Tier
 
! Flight performance
 
! Survivability
 
! Weaponry
 
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| I
 
| Fuselage Repair, Radiator
 
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| Offensive 20 mm, ETC 71 I
 
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| II
 
| Compressor
 
| Airframe
 
| New 13 mm Cannons, ETC 71 II
 
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| III
 
| Wing Repair, Engine
 
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| Offensive 30 mm, ETC 504 I, ETC 504 + ER 4 I
 
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| IV
 
| Engine Injection
 
| Cover
 
| New 30 mm Cannons, ETC 504 II, ETC 504 + ER 4 II
 
 
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=== Pros and cons ===
 
=== Pros and cons ===
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'''Pros:'''
 
'''Pros:'''
  
* Excellent energy retention
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* Excellent energy retention and dive acceleration and top-speed in a dive
* Excellent dive acceleration
 
 
* Great speed on low altitude
 
* Great speed on low altitude
* Great top-speed in a dive
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* Great high-speed manoeuvrability ([[Fw 190 D-13|D-13]] is superior)
* Great high-speed maneuverability ([[Fw 190 D-13|D-13]] is superior)
 
 
* Great aileron control and roll speed
 
* Great aileron control and roll speed
 
* Great & heavy armament
 
* Great & heavy armament
 
* Good ammo supply
 
* Good ammo supply
 
* Good climb-rate
 
* Good climb-rate
* Water injection ("MW50" -> WEP ingame) lasts atleast 30 minutes  
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* Water injection ("MW50" -> WEP in-game) lasts at least 30 minutes
  
 
'''Cons:'''
 
'''Cons:'''
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* Enormous turn cycle
 
* Enormous turn cycle
 
* Prone to overheating
 
* Prone to overheating
* Instructor does not ''like'' it (1.43)
 
  
 
== History ==
 
== History ==
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=== In-game description ===
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The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 Wuerger (Shrike) was a single-seat single-engine monoplane fighter used by the Luftwaffe in WWII. One of the best fighters of the time, it was widely used during the Second World War. A total of over 20,000 were produced, including some 6,000 fighter-bomber variants. The 190 remained in production from 1941 until the end of the war, going through multiple redesigns. The Fw 190 made a name for itself as a true Luftwaffe workhorse and was used in a wide variety of roles, including a high-altitude interceptor (especially the Fw 190D), escort fighter, fighter-bomber and night fighter.
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The Fw 190 D 'Dora', or 'Long-Nosed 190' to the Allies, was intended as an interim solution while the Ta 152 was being readied. However, the Dora ended up being one of the finest Focke-Wulf designs of the entire war. The aircraft was armed with two synchronized MG 17s and four wing-mounted MG 151s. Initially, Luftwaffe pilots regarded the Dora with some suspicion. The Jumo 213 was believed to be a bomber engine and its installation on a fighter was considered a desperate measure. However, as soon as they had a chance to fight in the Dora-9, the pilots changed their minds. The new variant, compared to its BMW 801-powered predecessor, performed better in the vertical and in a dive. Additionally, it had a phenomenal roll rate. The pilots quickly found that the Jumo 213-powered Focke-Wulf was superior to the venerable P-51B Mustang.
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A total of 650 to 700 Fw 190 D series fighters were produced. By December 1944, the Focke-Wulf plant in Marienburg produced 8 Fw 190 Ds each day, even though the factory appeared completely destroyed from the air.
  
 
== Media ==
 
== Media ==
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''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''
 
 
== Read also ==
 
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example,''
 
  
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== See also ==
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''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.''
 
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== External links ==
 
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* ''topic on the official game forum;''
 
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* ''other literature.''
  
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{{AirManufacturer Focke-Wulf}}
 
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Revision as of 13:25, 27 December 2020

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This page is about the German fighter Fw 190 D-12. For other uses, see Fw 190 (Family).
Fw 190 D-12
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Fw 190 D-12
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Description

The Fw 190 D-12 is a rank IV German fighter with a battle rating of 6.0 (AB), 5.0 (RB), and 5.7 (SB). It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.

General info

Flight performance

Max speed
at 9 700 m725 km/h
Turn time21 s
Max altitude12 000 m
EngineJunkers Jumo-213E1
TypeInline
Cooling systemWater
Take-off weight6 t
Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 9,700 m)
Max altitude
(metres)
Turn time
(seconds)
Rate of climb
(metres/second)
Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 695 675 12000 22.9 23.8 12.9 12.9 317
Upgraded 759 725 20.1 21.6 26.7 17.1

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear
X X X
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
912 310 N/A 700 310 ~12 ~6
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< 420 < 300 < 550 > 390
Compressor (RB/SB)
Setting 1
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
3,900 m 1,632 hp 2,007 hp
Setting 2
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
7,300 m 1,658 hp 2,039 hp
Setting 3
Optimal altitude 100% Engine power WEP Engine power
9,700 m 1,343 hp 1,652 hp

Survivability and armour

Crew1 person
Speed of destruction
Structural912 km/h
Gear310 km/h
  • 3 mm Steel - Engine cowl armour
  • 8 mm Steel - Under cockpit/fuel tank armour
  • 5 mm Steel - Rear fuel tank armour
  • 8 mm Steel - Pilot's seat armour
  • 6 mm Steel - Pilot's seat armour
  • 12 mm Steel - Headrest armour
  • 57 mm Bulletproof Glass

Modifications and economy

Repair costBasic → Reference
AB2 971 → 3 805 Sl icon.png
RB6 678 → 8 554 Sl icon.png
SB9 898 → 12 679 Sl icon.png
Total cost of modifications52 900 Rp icon.png
90 900 Sl icon.png
Talisman cost1 700 Ge icon.png
Crew training57 000 Sl icon.png
Experts200 000 Sl icon.png
Aces1 100 Ge icon.png
Research Aces520 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
100 / 230 / 480 % Sl icon.png
172 / 172 / 172 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
Mods aerodinamic fuse.png
Fuselage repair
Research:
2 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
180 Ge icon.png
Mods radiator.png
Radiator
Research:
2 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
180 Ge icon.png
Mods armor frame.png
Airframe
Research:
2 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
4 100 Sl icon.png
210 Ge icon.png
Mods compressor.png
Compressor
Research:
2 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
4 100 Sl icon.png
210 Ge icon.png
Mods aerodinamic wing.png
Wings repair
Research:
3 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
5 700 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods new engine.png
Engine
Research:
3 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
5 700 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods armor cover.png
Cover
Research:
4 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
7 400 Sl icon.png
370 Ge icon.png
Mods metanol.png
Engine injection
Research:
4 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
7 400 Sl icon.png
370 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
mg15120_belt_pack
Research:
2 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
180 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
SC 50
Research:
2 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
180 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods napalm fire bomb.png
Flamm C 250
Research:
2 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
3 600 Sl icon.png
180 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods weapon.png
mg15120_new_gun
Research:
2 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
4 100 Sl icon.png
210 Ge icon.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
SC 50
Research:
2 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
4 100 Sl icon.png
210 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods napalm fire bomb.png
Flamm C 500
Research:
2 400 Rp icon.png
Cost:
4 100 Sl icon.png
210 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
mk108_belt_pack
Research:
3 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
5 700 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
SC 250
Research:
3 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
5 700 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods weapon.png
mk108_new_gun
Research:
4 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
7 400 Sl icon.png
370 Ge icon.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
SC 500
Research:
4 300 Rp icon.png
Cost:
7 400 Sl icon.png
370 Ge icon.png

Armaments

Offensive armament

The Fw 190 D-12 is armed with:

  • 1 x 30 mm MK 108 cannon, nose-mounted (85 rpg)
  • 2 x 20 mm MG 151 cannons, wing-mounted (220 rpg = 440 total)

Suspended armament

The Fw 190 D-12 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • Without load
  • 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (200 kg total)
  • 8 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (400 kg total)
  • 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb + 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (450 kg total)
  • 1 x 250 kg SC250JA bomb (250 kg total)
  • 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb (500 kg total)
  • 1 x 500 kg SC500K bomb + 4 x 50 kg SC50JA bombs (700 kg total)

Usage in battles

The Fw 190 D-12 was developed and tested alongside the Fw 190 D-13. They share the same airframe and engine performance with the only difference between the D-12 and the D-13 being the cannon mounted in the propeller. (The D-12 was tested with a Mk 108 30 mm cannon while the D-13 was tested with an MG 151 20 mm cannon in the propeller)

Due to the D-12 and D-13 being so similar, you can fly them almost identically. (Keeping in mind the differing armament velocities at longer ranges) the Fw 190 D-12 has a high top speed for its BR, heavy armament with a large ammunition pool, a fantastic engine built for high-altitude performance and it features hydraulic ailerons for an amazingly high-speed roll rate. It is one of the only prop driven aircraft able to reach speeds exceeding 450 MPH/725 KPH while still retaining some ability to manoeuvre. The D-12 is an energy fighter, the plane relies on speed and engine power to be successful. With its high burst mass of and the destructive power of the minengeschoße, no bomber in the game can survive a short burst. Against fighters, the MK 108 is as usual difficult to aim and hit. Not to mention just overkill. As both guns have different ballistics, bind a separate key for your MG 151s. This makes aiming easier, saves ammo and is still sufficient enough against any fighter.

The Fw 190 D-12 is most effective at climbing above your foe and employing standard Boom and Zoom tactics. Keeping in mind that at 700 kph+, the flight surfaces of the Dora series notoriously compress and pulling out at those speeds can be tricky, however, it has been found that because of the fuselage mounted fuel tanks in the Dora series, taking higher fuel loads will cut the amount of time it takes to pull out of those high-speed dives by up to 50% (50% when comparing minimum fuel load to full fuel load.(As of 1.71.1))

One of the most known abilities of the Fw 190 series is their ability to out roll enemies such as the Spitfire that "lock up" at higher speeds. If attacked from above and if the enemy is at a higher speed than the D-12, it is possible to perform a series of rolls called a "scissors". The goal of this manoeuvre is to both avoid the enemy's guns by rolling out of the way as well as allowing that enemy to overshoot, resulting in the Dora pilot tailing the would-be killer. Although difficult, manoeuvres such as these can turn the tables in a one-on-one dogfight and ensure survival.

Attempt every deflection shot possible, and if the rounds are not hitting the target pull harder. It is better to have rounds fly in front of an enemy plane than miles behind them. In order to pull ahead, make good use of combat/landing flaps. However, remember not to activate them at high speeds as they will rip off causing a momentary loss of control.

The role of the Bomb Dora can be done by any 190 D. A wide arrangement of payloads is possible. But none of them is powerful enough to go for strategic bomb zones. In addition the 50 kg bombs can only be dropped in pairs in RB & SB. In combination with the lack of an aiming reticle, it is suggested to not carry the small bombs in addition to your main payload. Bridges, heavy tanks and heavy pillboxes should be the primary target for the 500 kg bomb. The other targets can be destroyed with ease by allied attackers.

Manual Engine Control

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

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Excellent energy retention and dive acceleration and top-speed in a dive
  • Great speed on low altitude
  • Great high-speed manoeuvrability (D-13 is superior)
  • Great aileron control and roll speed
  • Great & heavy armament
  • Good ammo supply
  • Good climb-rate
  • Water injection ("MW50" -> WEP in-game) lasts at least 30 minutes

Cons:

  • Awful turn-rate below high-speeds
  • Enormous turn cycle
  • Prone to overheating

History

In-game description

The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 Wuerger (Shrike) was a single-seat single-engine monoplane fighter used by the Luftwaffe in WWII. One of the best fighters of the time, it was widely used during the Second World War. A total of over 20,000 were produced, including some 6,000 fighter-bomber variants. The 190 remained in production from 1941 until the end of the war, going through multiple redesigns. The Fw 190 made a name for itself as a true Luftwaffe workhorse and was used in a wide variety of roles, including a high-altitude interceptor (especially the Fw 190D), escort fighter, fighter-bomber and night fighter.

The Fw 190 D 'Dora', or 'Long-Nosed 190' to the Allies, was intended as an interim solution while the Ta 152 was being readied. However, the Dora ended up being one of the finest Focke-Wulf designs of the entire war. The aircraft was armed with two synchronized MG 17s and four wing-mounted MG 151s. Initially, Luftwaffe pilots regarded the Dora with some suspicion. The Jumo 213 was believed to be a bomber engine and its installation on a fighter was considered a desperate measure. However, as soon as they had a chance to fight in the Dora-9, the pilots changed their minds. The new variant, compared to its BMW 801-powered predecessor, performed better in the vertical and in a dive. Additionally, it had a phenomenal roll rate. The pilots quickly found that the Jumo 213-powered Focke-Wulf was superior to the venerable P-51B Mustang.

A total of 650 to 700 Fw 190 D series fighters were produced. By December 1944, the Focke-Wulf plant in Marienburg produced 8 Fw 190 Ds each day, even though the factory appeared completely destroyed from the air.

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See also

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Focke-Wulf Aircraft Corporation (Focke-Wulf Flugzeugbau Aktiengesellschaft)
Fighters  Fw 190 A-1 · Fw 190 A-4 · Fw 190 A-5 · Fw 190 A-5/U2 · Fw 190 A-5/U12 · Fw 190 A-5/U14 · Fw 190 A-8
  Fw 190 C
  Fw 190 D-9 · Fw 190 D-12 · Fw 190 D-13
  Fw 190 F-8
  Ta 152 C-3* · Ta 152 H-1* · Ta 154 A-1*
Bombers  Fw 189 A-1 · Fw 200 C-1
Export  ▅Fw 190 A-5
Captured  ▃Fw 190 A-8 · ▂Fw 190 D-9
  * In 1944, the Germany Air Ministry changed new fighter aircraft designation to that of the chief designer. Kurt Tank was the chief designer at Focke-Wulf and later aircraft he designed were given the prefix of Ta.

Germany fighters
Heinkel 
He 51  He 51 A-1 · He 51 B-1 · He 51 B-2/H · He 51 C-1 · He 51 C-1/L
He 100  He 100 D-1
He 112  He 112 A-0 · He 112 B-0 · He 112 B-1/U2 · He 112 B-2/U2 · He 112 V-5
Messerschmitt 
Bf 109 (Jumo)  Flegel's Bf 109 A · Bf 109 B-1 · Bf 109 C-1
Bf 109 (DB-601)  Bf 109 E-1 · Bf 109 E-3 · Bf 109 E-4 · Bf 109 E-7/U2 · Bf 109 F-1 · Bf 109 F-2 · Bf 109 F-4 · Bf 109 F-4/trop
Bf 109 (DB-605)  Bf 109 G-2/trop · Bf 109 G-2 · Bf 109 G-6 · Bf 109 G-10 · Bf 109 G-14 · Bf 109 K-4
Focke-Wulf 
Fw 190 (early)  Fw 190 A-1 · Fw 190 A-4 · Fw 190 A-5 · Fw 190 A-5 · Fw 190 A-5/U2 · Fw 190 A-5/U14 · Fw 190 A-8 · Fw 190 C
Fw 190 (late)  Fw 190 D-9 · Fw 190 D-12 · Fw 190 D-13
Ta 152  Ta 152 C-3 · Ta 152 H-1
Blohm & Voss 
BV 155  BV 155 B-1
  Foreign:
USA  ▀P-47D-16-RE · ▀P-47D
USSR  ▀La-5FN · ▀Yak-1B
Britain  ▀Tempest Mk V
Italy  ▀CR.42 · ▀Marcolin's C.R.42 CN · ▀G.50 serie 2 · ▀G.50 AS serie 7 · ▀C. 200 serie 3 · ▀C. 200 serie 7 · ▀C. 202
Finland  ▀Hawk H-75A-2