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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | + | The '''Gloster Gladiator''' (or '''Gloster SS.37''') was a British-built rank 1 biplane fighter. '''{{Specs|name}}''' {{Specs|rank}} {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]]. | |
== 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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+ | ! colspan="8" | Characteristics | ||
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+ | ! colspan="8" | ''Stock'' | ||
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! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,420 m) | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,420 m) | ||
− | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>( | + | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters) |
! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ||
− | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>( | + | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) |
− | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>( | + | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(meters) |
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! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB | ! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB | ||
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− | + | | 399 || 386 || {{Specs|ceiling}} || 16.7 || 17.7 || 13 || 13 || 232 | |
− | | 399 || 386 | | ||
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− | ! Upgraded | + | ! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded'' |
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+ | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 4,420 m) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Max altitude<br>(meters) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Turn time<br>(seconds) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Take-off run<br>(meters) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB !! AB !! RB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | ??? || ??? || {{Specs|ceiling}} || ??.? || ??.? || ??.? || ??.? || 232 | ||
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==== Details ==== | ==== Details ==== | ||
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! colspan="5" | Features | ! colspan="5" | Features | ||
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− | ! colspan=" | + | ! colspan="5" | Limits |
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− | ! rowspan="2" | | + | ! rowspan="2" | Wing-break speed<br>(km/h) |
− | ! rowspan="2" | Gear (km/h) | + | ! rowspan="2" | Gear limit<br>(km/h) |
− | ! | + | ! rowspan="2" | Combat flaps<br>(km/h) |
! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ||
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− | | {{Specs|destruction| | + | | {{Specs|destruction|constructions}} || {{Specs|destruction|chassis}} || 520 || ~11 || ~5 |
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
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− | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities | + | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities |
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− | ! Ailerons | + | ! Ailerons<br>(km/h) |
+ | ! Rudder<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Elevators<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Radiator<br>(km/h) | ||
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| < 240 || < 180 || < 330 || > 190 | | < 240 || < 180 || < 330 || > 190 | ||
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− | == | + | == [[wikipedia:Gloster_Gladiator#Specifications_(Gloster_Gladiator_Mk_I)|Specifications (Gloster Gladiator Mk I)]][edit] == |
− | + | Cockpit of a Gladiator | |
− | < | + | ''Data from'' Gloster Aircraft since 1917, The Gloster Gladiator |
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+ | '''General characteristics''' | ||
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+ | * '''Crew:''' 1 | ||
+ | * '''Length:''' 27 ft 5 in (8.36 m) | ||
+ | * '''Wingspan:''' 32 ft 3 in (9.83 m) | ||
+ | * '''Height:''' 11 ft 9 in (3.58 m) | ||
+ | * '''Wing area:''' 323 ft<sup>2</sup> (30.0 m<sup>2</sup>) | ||
+ | * '''Empty weight:''' 3,217 lb (1,462 kg) | ||
+ | * '''Loaded weight:''' 4,594 lb (2,088 kg) | ||
+ | * '''Powerplant:''' [[wikipedia:Bristol_Mercury|1 × Bristol Mercury IX radial engine, 830 hp (619 kW)]] | ||
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+ | '''Performance''' | ||
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+ | * '''Maximum speed:''' 253 mph (220 knots, 407 km/h) at 14,500 ft (4,400 m) | ||
+ | * '''Cruise speed:''' 210 mph | ||
+ | * '''Stall speed:''' 53 mph (46 knots, 85 km/h) | ||
+ | * '''Endurance:''' 2 hours | ||
+ | * '''Service ceiling:''' 32,800 ft (10,000 m) | ||
+ | * '''Rate of climb:''' 2,300 ft/min (11.7 m/s) | ||
+ | * '''Climb to 10,000 ft (3,050 m):''' 4.75 min | ||
− | + | '''Armament''' | |
− | + | * '''Guns:''' | |
+ | ** '''Initially'''; Two synchronised [https://fi.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vickers-konekiv%C3%A4%C3%A4ri#.303%22_Vickers_Mk7_(1938) .303 in Vickers machine guns] in fuselage sides, two [[wikipedia:Lewis_gun|.303 in Lewis machine guns]]; one beneath each lower wing. | ||
+ | ** '''Later aircraft'''; Four [[wikipedia:M1919_Browning_machine_gun#Aircraft|.303 calibre M1919 Browning machine guns]]; two synchronised guns in fuselage sides and one beneath each lower wing. | ||
− | === | + | === Survivability and armour === |
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== Armaments == | == Armaments == | ||
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* 2 x 7.7 mm Browning .303 machine guns, fuselage-mounted (600 rpg = 1,200 total) | * 2 x 7.7 mm Browning .303 machine guns, fuselage-mounted (600 rpg = 1,200 total) | ||
* 2 x 7.7 mm Browning .303 machine guns, wing-mounted (400 rpg = 800 total) | * 2 x 7.7 mm Browning .303 machine guns, wing-mounted (400 rpg = 800 total) | ||
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== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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| Controllable || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Separate || Not controllable<br>1 gear || Not controllable | | Controllable || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Not controllable<br>Not auto controlled || Separate || Not controllable<br>1 gear || Not controllable | ||
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+ | === Modules === | ||
+ | {| class="wikitable" | ||
+ | ! Tier | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Flight performance | ||
+ | ! Survivability | ||
+ | ! Weaponry | ||
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+ | | I | ||
+ | | Fuselage repair | ||
+ | | Radiator | ||
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+ | | Offensive 7 mm | ||
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+ | | II | ||
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+ | | Compressor | ||
+ | | Airframe | ||
+ | | New 7 mm MGs | ||
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+ | | III | ||
+ | | Wings repair | ||
+ | | Engine | ||
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+ | | IV | ||
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+ | | Engine injection | ||
+ | | Cover | ||
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=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
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{{China fighters}} | {{China fighters}} |
Revision as of 06:53, 15 September 2019
Contents
This page is about the fighter Gladiator Mk I (China). For other versions, see Gladiator (Family). |
Description
The Gloster Gladiator (or Gloster SS.37) was a British-built rank 1 biplane fighter. ␗Gladiator Mk I I
with a battle rating of 1.0 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update 1.91 "Night Vision".
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 4,420 m) |
Max altitude (meters) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
399 | 386 | 10211 | 16.7 | 17.7 | 13 | 13 | 232 |
Upgraded | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 4,420 m) |
Max altitude (meters) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
??? | ??? | 10211 | ??.? | ??.? | ??.? | ??.? | 232 |
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 | |
+ | - | |||
520 | ~11 | ~5 |
Optimal velocities | |||
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Ailerons (km/h) |
Rudder (km/h) |
Elevators (km/h) |
Radiator (km/h) |
< 240 | < 180 | < 330 | > 190 |
Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
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Setting 1 | ||
Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
4,100 m | 810 hp | 850 hp |
Specifications (Gloster Gladiator Mk I)[edit]
Cockpit of a Gladiator Data from Gloster Aircraft since 1917, The Gloster Gladiator
General characteristics
- Crew: 1
- Length: 27 ft 5 in (8.36 m)
- Wingspan: 32 ft 3 in (9.83 m)
- Height: 11 ft 9 in (3.58 m)
- Wing area: 323 ft2 (30.0 m2)
- Empty weight: 3,217 lb (1,462 kg)
- Loaded weight: 4,594 lb (2,088 kg)
- Powerplant: 1 × Bristol Mercury IX radial engine, 830 hp (619 kW)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 253 mph (220 knots, 407 km/h) at 14,500 ft (4,400 m)
- Cruise speed: 210 mph
- Stall speed: 53 mph (46 knots, 85 km/h)
- Endurance: 2 hours
- Service ceiling: 32,800 ft (10,000 m)
- Rate of climb: 2,300 ft/min (11.7 m/s)
- Climb to 10,000 ft (3,050 m): 4.75 min
Armament
- Guns:
- Initially; Two synchronised .303 in Vickers machine guns in fuselage sides, two .303 in Lewis machine guns; one beneath each lower wing.
- Later aircraft; Four .303 calibre M1919 Browning machine guns; two synchronised guns in fuselage sides and one beneath each lower wing.
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
The Gladiator Mk I (China) is armed with:
- 2 x 7.7 mm Browning .303 machine guns, fuselage-mounted (600 rpg = 1,200 total)
- 2 x 7.7 mm Browning .303 machine guns, wing-mounted (400 rpg = 800 total)
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).
Manual Engine Control
MEC elements | ||||||
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Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
Oil | Water | Type | ||||
Controllable | Not controllable Not auto controlled |
Not controllable Not auto controlled |
Not 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 | Offensive 7 mm | |
II | Compressor | Airframe | New 7 mm MGs | |
III | Wings repair | Engine | ||
IV | Engine injection | Cover |
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:
Cons:
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 vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under === In-game description ===
, also if applicable).
pHOTO OF GLOSTER GLADIATOR
See also
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;
- links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.
External links
Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:
- topic on the official game forum;
- encyclopedia page on the aircraft;
- other literature.
China fighters | |
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British | ␗Gladiator Mk I |
French | D.510C |
Japanese | ␗A6M2 · ␗Ki-27 otsu · ␗Ki-43-III ko · ␗Ki-44-II hei · ␗Ki-61-I otsu · ␗Ki-84 ko |
American | CW-21 · Hawk III · P-66 · ␗P-40E-1 · H-81A-2 · ␗P-43A-1 · ␗P-47D-23-RA · ␗P-47D-30 · ␗P-51D-20 · ␗P-51K |
Soviet | ␗I-15bis · ␗I-153 M-62 · ␗I-16 Chung 28 · ␗I-16 type 5 · ␗I-16 type 10 · ␗I-16 type 17 · ␗La-11 · ␗La-9 |