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{{About | {{About | ||
− | | about = | + | | about = Russian fighter '''{{PAGENAME}}''' |
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| link = I-185 (M-82) | | link = I-185 (M-82) | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
− | <!-- ''In the description, the first part | + | <!--''In the description, the first part needs to be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle. If the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle it is talking about.''--> |
− | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} | + | [[File:GarageImage_I-185M-71.jpg|420px|thumb|left|The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' in the garage]] |
+ | {{break}} | ||
+ | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Russian fighter {{Battle-rating}}. This aircraft was introduced in [[Update 1.41]]. | ||
− | The I-185 (M-71) is a monoplane with a Shvetsov M-71 engine, the plane is fitted with 3 x | + | The I-185 (M-71) is a monoplane with a Shvetsov M-71 engine, the plane is fitted with 3 x 20 mm [[ShVAK (20 mm)|ShVAK]] cannons mounted at the fuselage of the I-185. The left cannon has 140 rounds, right cannon 170 rounds, and the top cannon 250 rounds. The fuel tanks of the I-185 are self-sealing and located in the fuselage and in the wings. |
− | The I-185 (M-71) is a dedicated Boom & Zoom fighter for its battle rating and needs to always keep its energy levels at a good level to hunt down players. | + | The I-185 (M-71) is a dedicated Boom & Zoom fighter for its battle rating and needs to always keep its energy levels |
+ | at a good level to hunt down players. | ||
== General info == | == General info == | ||
− | === Flight | + | === 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.''--> | |
− | <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. | + | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" |
− | + | |- | |
− | + | ! colspan="8" | Characteristics | |
− | + | |- | |
− | + | ! colspan="8" | ''Stock'' | |
− | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | + | |- |
− | ! | ||
! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 6,100 m) | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 6,100 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) |
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | 647 || 631 || 10,045 || 22.6 || 23.2 || 13.5 || 13.5 || 358 | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | ! | + | ! colspan="8" | ''Upgraded'' |
|- | |- | ||
− | ! | + | ! colspan="2" | Max Speed<br>(km/h at 6,400 m) |
− | + | ! rowspan="2" |Max altitude (meters) | |
+ | ! colspan="2" | Turn time (seconds) | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Rate of climb<br>(meters/second) | ||
+ | ! rowspan="2" |Take-off run (meters) | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | ! | + | ! AB |
− | | | + | ! RB |
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | ! AB | ||
+ | ! RB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | ? || 680 || 10,045 || ??.? || ??.? || ?.? || 25 || 358 | ||
|- | |- | ||
|} | |} | ||
− | ==== Details ==== | + | ====Details==== |
− | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center | + | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" |
|- | |- | ||
! colspan="5" | Features | ! colspan="5" | Features | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | ! Combat | + | ! Combat flap |
+ | ! Take-off flap | ||
+ | ! Landing flap | ||
+ | ! Air brakes | ||
+ | ! Arrestor gear | ||
|- | |- | ||
| ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X <!-- ✓ --> | | ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X <!-- ✓ --> | ||
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|} | |} | ||
− | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center | + | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" |
|- | |- | ||
− | ! colspan=" | + | ! colspan="5" | Limits |
|- | |- | ||
− | ! 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 flap<br> (km/h) |
! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ! colspan="2" | Max Static G | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | + | ! + | |
+ | ! - | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | 800 | + | | 800 || 350 || 360 || ~23 || ~11 |
|- | |- | ||
|} | |} | ||
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities (km/h) | + | ! colspan="4" | Optimal velocities |
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Ailerons<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Rudder<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Elevators<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | ! Radiator<br>(km/h) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | < 440 || < 520 || < 520 || > 270 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" | Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" | Setting 1 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Optimal altitude | ||
+ | ! 100% Engine power | ||
+ | ! WEP Engine power | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | 0,500 m || 1,800 hp || 2,030 hp | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! colspan="3" | Setting 2 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Optimal altitude | ||
+ | ! 100% Engine power | ||
+ | ! WEP Engine power | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | 3,500 m || 1,540 hp || 2,000 hp | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | ! | + | <!--! colspan="3" | Setting 3 |
|- | |- | ||
− | + | ! Optimal altitude | |
+ | ! 100% Engine power | ||
+ | ! WEP Engine power | ||
|- | |- | ||
+ | | ?,??? m || ?,??? hp || ?,??? hp | ||
+ | |- --> | ||
|} | |} | ||
=== 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. Describe the armour, if there is any, also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.''--> | |
− | <!-- ''Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured | ||
* 8 mm Steel - armour plating behind pilot's seat | * 8 mm Steel - armour plating behind pilot's seat | ||
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* Critical components located in front of aircraft, centralized in the fuselage (fuel, pilot, engine, controls, guns) | * Critical components located in front of aircraft, centralized in the fuselage (fuel, pilot, engine, controls, guns) | ||
* More fuel tanks located in wings near the fuselage | * More fuel tanks located in wings near the fuselage | ||
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== Armaments == | == Armaments == | ||
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=== Offensive armament === | === Offensive armament === | ||
− | + | <!--''Describe the offensive armament of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.''--> | |
− | <!-- ''Describe the offensive armament of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.'' --> | ||
{{main|ShVAK (20 mm)}} | {{main|ShVAK (20 mm)}} | ||
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
− | * | + | * 1 x 20 mm ShVAK cannon, top nose mount (250 rpg) |
+ | * 1 x 20 mm ShVAK cannon, right side nose mount (170 rpg) | ||
+ | * 1 x 20 mm ShVAK cannon, left side nose mount (140 rpg) | ||
=== 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|FAB-100 (100 kg)|FAB-250M43 (250 kg)|RS-82|RBS-82}} |
− | {{main|FAB- | ||
− | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following | + | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordinance: |
* Without load | * Without load | ||
− | + | * 2 x 100 kg FAB-100 bombs (200 kg total) | |
− | * 2 x 100 kg FAB- | + | * 4 x 100 kg FAB-100 bombs (400 kg total) |
− | * 4 x 100 kg FAB- | + | * 2 x 250 kg FAB-250M43 bombs (500 kg total) |
− | * 2 x 250 kg FAB- | + | * 8 x 82 mm RS-82 rockets |
− | * 8 x | + | * 8 x 82 mm RBS-82 rockets |
− | * 8 x RBS-82 rockets | + | <!-- |
− | + | === 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.'' |
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− | + | == Usage in the 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).''--> | ||
− | + | ===Manual Engine Control=== | |
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− | === Manual Engine Control === | ||
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" | ||
|- | |- | ||
! colspan="7" | MEC elements | ! colspan="7" | MEC elements | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | ! 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 | ||
+ | ! Type | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | Controllable || | + | | Controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Separate || rowspan="2" | Not controllable || rowspan="2" | Not controllable |
|- | |- | ||
|} | |} | ||
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+ | ===Modules=== | ||
+ | {| class="wikitable" | ||
+ | ! colspan="1" | Tier | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Flight performance | ||
+ | ! colspan="1" | Survivability | ||
+ | ! colspan="2" | Weaponry | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | I | ||
+ | | Fuselage Repair | ||
+ | | Radiator | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | DZ-40 | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | II | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | Compressor | ||
+ | | Airframe | ||
+ | | DER-25 | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | III | ||
+ | | Wings Repair | ||
+ | | Engine | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | RO-82 | ||
+ | | Offensive 20 mm | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | IV | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | Engine Injection | ||
+ | | Cover | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | New 20 mm Cannons | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | |||
+ | *Radiator, Compressor, Offensive 20 mm, Engine Repair, Engine Injection, New 20 mm Cannons, Wings Repair, Survivability Modifications, Fuselage Repair, and only lastly the ordinance. (Note that Airframe might have to be researched after the Compressor in order to unlock the Tier 3 modifications) | ||
=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
− | <!-- '' | + | <!--''Summarize and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Do not use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - they have a substitution in the form of softer "inadequate", "effective".''--> |
'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
− | * Once engine injection upgrade has been purchased, the plane has a brutal climb rate | + | * Once engine injection upgrade has been purchased, the plane has a brutal climb rate (close to 28 m/s) |
− | * 3 x 20 mm nose-mounted cannons have | + | * 3 x 20 mm nose-mounted cannons have decent amounts of ammo (for Soviet standards) and have workable damage output (note that all the cannons have different ammo counts) |
* Great roll rate, comparable to that of Fw-190s | * Great roll rate, comparable to that of Fw-190s | ||
* Surprisingly manoeuvrable at higher speeds | * Surprisingly manoeuvrable at higher speeds | ||
− | * Able to safely dive up to | + | * Able to safely dive up to 799 km/h IAS |
* The ramming effect of the air at higher speeds significantly help with the engine performance when above the critical altitude of the supercharger gears | * The ramming effect of the air at higher speeds significantly help with the engine performance when above the critical altitude of the supercharger gears | ||
* Has good ordnance options, making the aircraft viable for CAS in Ground RB | * Has good ordnance options, making the aircraft viable for CAS in Ground RB | ||
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'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
− | * | + | * '''Not a turn fighter''', having terrible turn against most opponents |
− | * Top speed is nothing special when compared to most | + | * Top speed is nothing special when compared to most USA aircraft, but is still better than most Spitfires and most Japanese aircraft |
* Combat flaps break when above 380 km/h IAS | * Combat flaps break when above 380 km/h IAS | ||
− | * First supercharger gear is just for show, losing engine performance after 500 to 800 | + | * First supercharger gear is just for show, losing engine performance after 500 to 800 meters altitude! (And being replaced by 2nd gear at 2,000 meters) |
− | * The first supercharger gear is ineffective to the point of the aircraft using the second supercharger gear when parked with the throttle at idle (in Automatic Engine Control) | + | * The first supercharger gear is ineffective to the point of the aircraft using the second supercharger gear when parked with the throttle at idle (of course in Automatic Engine Control) |
* Second supercharger gear only lasts up to about 3.5 km altitude | * Second supercharger gear only lasts up to about 3.5 km altitude | ||
− | * | + | * MASSIVE loss of engine performance after 4 km altitude |
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* Performance is only "workable" under ~5 km altitude | * Performance is only "workable" under ~5 km altitude | ||
== 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 big, take it to a separate article, taking a link to an article about the vehicle and adding a block "/ historical reference" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/Name-vehicles/historical reference) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to include links to sources at the end of the article.'' | |
− | + | === In-game description === | |
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− | + | "Following combat test results, production began on a new I-185 prototype in Novosibirsk, which, during its evacuation, was home to the N.N. Polikarpov design bureau and experimental plant. This prototype was intended to be a standard for series production. The designer corrected several flaws from the previous models in this aircraft, which is sometimes called the I-186, and combined its triple-cannon armament with the M-71 engine. The I-185/M-71 Series Standard took its maiden flight on 10 June 1942. | |
− | Following combat test results, production began on a new I-185 prototype in Novosibirsk, which, during its evacuation, was home to the N.N. Polikarpov design bureau and experimental plant. This prototype was intended to be a standard for series production. The designer corrected several flaws from the previous models in this aircraft, which is sometimes called the I-186, and combined its triple-cannon armament with the M-71 engine. The I-185/M-71 Series Standard took its maiden flight on 10 June 1942. | ||
The plane was powered by the 18-cylinder twin-row air-cooled Shvetsov M-71 radial engine with a rated output of 1,625 hp (maximum power in emergency mode – 2,000 hp). It had the three-blade variable-pitch AV-5-119 metal propeller. It used 2B-78, 3B-74 and B-95 aviation fuel with an octane rating of no less than 90. | The plane was powered by the 18-cylinder twin-row air-cooled Shvetsov M-71 radial engine with a rated output of 1,625 hp (maximum power in emergency mode – 2,000 hp). It had the three-blade variable-pitch AV-5-119 metal propeller. It used 2B-78, 3B-74 and B-95 aviation fuel with an octane rating of no less than 90. | ||
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The plane could carry up to 500 kg of bombs of various types (FAB-250, FAB-100, FAB-50, FAB-25) on four bomb racks mounted under the wing panels. | The plane could carry up to 500 kg of bombs of various types (FAB-250, FAB-100, FAB-50, FAB-25) on four bomb racks mounted under the wing panels. | ||
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As expected, the new I-185 possessed even better characteristics. In plant tests, it reached a speed of 680 km/h, but the new engine continued to fail. | As expected, the new I-185 possessed even better characteristics. In plant tests, it reached a speed of 680 km/h, but the new engine continued to fail. | ||
Only one I-185/M-71 Series Standard was built. The airplane was not put into service. | Only one I-185/M-71 Series Standard was built. The airplane was not put into service. | ||
− | N.N Polikarpov received a 1st degree Stalin Prize for creating the I-185/M-71 Series Standard in 1943. | + | N.N Polikarpov received a 1st degree Stalin Prize for creating the I-185/M-71 Series Standard in 1943." |
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== Media == | == Media == | ||
− | + | ''An excellent addition to the article will be video guides, as well as 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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* ''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.'' |
+ | <!--''ETC.''--> | ||
− | + | == Sources == | |
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* ''topic on the official game forum;'' | * ''topic on the official game forum;'' | ||
− | * ''other literature.'' | + | * ''page on aircraft encyclopedia;'' |
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{{USSR fighters}} | {{USSR fighters}} |
Revision as of 16:10, 25 August 2019
Contents
This page is about the Russian fighter I-185 (M-71). For other version, see I-185 (M-82). |
Description
The I-185 (M-71) is a rank III Russian fighter
with a battle rating of 4.3 (AB/RB/SB). This aircraft was introduced in Update 1.41.
The I-185 (M-71) is a monoplane with a Shvetsov M-71 engine, the plane is fitted with 3 x 20 mm ShVAK cannons mounted at the fuselage of the I-185. The left cannon has 140 rounds, right cannon 170 rounds, and the top cannon 250 rounds. The fuel tanks of the I-185 are self-sealing and located in the fuselage and in the wings.
The I-185 (M-71) is a dedicated Boom & Zoom fighter for its battle rating and needs to always keep its energy levels at a good level to hunt down players.
General info
Flight Performance
Characteristics | |||||||
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Stock | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 6,100 m) |
Max altitude (meters) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
647 | 631 | 10,045 | 22.6 | 23.2 | 13.5 | 13.5 | 358 |
Upgraded | |||||||
Max Speed (km/h at 6,400 m) |
Max altitude (meters) | Turn time (seconds) | Rate of climb (meters/second) |
Take-off run (meters) | |||
AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | ||
? | 680 | 10,045 | ??.? | ??.? | ?.? | 25 | 358 |
Details
Features | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Combat flap | Take-off flap | Landing flap | Air brakes | Arrestor gear |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
Limits | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Wing-break speed (km/h) |
Gear limit (km/h) |
Combat flap (km/h) |
Max Static G | |
+ | - | |||
800 | 350 | 360 | ~23 | ~11 |
Optimal velocities | |||
---|---|---|---|
Ailerons (km/h) |
Rudder (km/h) |
Elevators (km/h) |
Radiator (km/h) |
< 440 | < 520 | < 520 | > 270 |
Compressor (RB/SB) | ||
---|---|---|
Setting 1 | ||
Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
0,500 m | 1,800 hp | 2,030 hp |
Setting 2 | ||
Optimal altitude | 100% Engine power | WEP Engine power |
3,500 m | 1,540 hp | 2,000 hp |
Survivability and armour
- 8 mm Steel - armour plating behind pilot's seat
- No armoured glass
- Critical components located in front of aircraft, centralized in the fuselage (fuel, pilot, engine, controls, guns)
- More fuel tanks located in wings near the fuselage
Armaments
Offensive armament
The I-185 (M-71) is armed with:
- 1 x 20 mm ShVAK cannon, top nose mount (250 rpg)
- 1 x 20 mm ShVAK cannon, right side nose mount (170 rpg)
- 1 x 20 mm ShVAK cannon, left side nose mount (140 rpg)
Suspended armament
The I-185 (M-71) can be outfitted with the following ordinance:
- Without load
- 2 x 100 kg FAB-100 bombs (200 kg total)
- 4 x 100 kg FAB-100 bombs (400 kg total)
- 2 x 250 kg FAB-250M43 bombs (500 kg total)
- 8 x 82 mm RS-82 rockets
- 8 x 82 mm RBS-82 rockets
Usage in the battles
Manual Engine Control
MEC elements | ||||||
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Mixer | Pitch | Radiator | Supercharger | Turbocharger | ||
Oil | Water | Type | ||||
Controllable | Not controllable | Not controllable | Not controllable | Separate | Not controllable | Not controllable |
Modules
Tier | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | ||
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I | Fuselage Repair | Radiator | DZ-40 | ||
II | Compressor | Airframe | DER-25 | ||
III | Wings Repair | Engine | RO-82 | Offensive 20 mm | |
IV | Engine Injection | Cover | New 20 mm Cannons |
- Radiator, Compressor, Offensive 20 mm, Engine Repair, Engine Injection, New 20 mm Cannons, Wings Repair, Survivability Modifications, Fuselage Repair, and only lastly the ordinance. (Note that Airframe might have to be researched after the Compressor in order to unlock the Tier 3 modifications)
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Once engine injection upgrade has been purchased, the plane has a brutal climb rate (close to 28 m/s)
- 3 x 20 mm nose-mounted cannons have decent amounts of ammo (for Soviet standards) and have workable damage output (note that all the cannons have different ammo counts)
- Great roll rate, comparable to that of Fw-190s
- Surprisingly manoeuvrable at higher speeds
- Able to safely dive up to 799 km/h IAS
- The ramming effect of the air at higher speeds significantly help with the engine performance when above the critical altitude of the supercharger gears
- Has good ordnance options, making the aircraft viable for CAS in Ground RB
Cons:
- Not a turn fighter, having terrible turn against most opponents
- Top speed is nothing special when compared to most USA aircraft, but is still better than most Spitfires and most Japanese aircraft
- Combat flaps break when above 380 km/h IAS
- First supercharger gear is just for show, losing engine performance after 500 to 800 meters altitude! (And being replaced by 2nd gear at 2,000 meters)
- The first supercharger gear is ineffective to the point of the aircraft using the second supercharger gear when parked with the throttle at idle (of course in Automatic Engine Control)
- Second supercharger gear only lasts up to about 3.5 km altitude
- MASSIVE loss of engine performance after 4 km altitude
- Performance is only "workable" under ~5 km altitude
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 big, take it to a separate article, taking a link to an article about the vehicle and adding a block "/ historical reference" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/Name-vehicles/historical reference) and add a link to it here using the main
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In-game description
"Following combat test results, production began on a new I-185 prototype in Novosibirsk, which, during its evacuation, was home to the N.N. Polikarpov design bureau and experimental plant. This prototype was intended to be a standard for series production. The designer corrected several flaws from the previous models in this aircraft, which is sometimes called the I-186, and combined its triple-cannon armament with the M-71 engine. The I-185/M-71 Series Standard took its maiden flight on 10 June 1942.
The plane was powered by the 18-cylinder twin-row air-cooled Shvetsov M-71 radial engine with a rated output of 1,625 hp (maximum power in emergency mode – 2,000 hp). It had the three-blade variable-pitch AV-5-119 metal propeller. It used 2B-78, 3B-74 and B-95 aviation fuel with an octane rating of no less than 90.
The M-71 engine hood's shape was altered and the plane's airframe made more aerodynamic.
The I-185/M-71 Series Standard possessed three 20 mm synchronized Shpitalny-Vladimirov ShVAK cannons with 500-600 shells overall (tests were conducted with various amounts of ammunition). The central cannon had 250 shells, the left 140 shells, and the right 170 shells.
The plane could carry up to 500 kg of bombs of various types (FAB-250, FAB-100, FAB-50, FAB-25) on four bomb racks mounted under the wing panels. As expected, the new I-185 possessed even better characteristics. In plant tests, it reached a speed of 680 km/h, but the new engine continued to fail.
Only one I-185/M-71 Series Standard was built. The airplane was not put into service.
N.N Polikarpov received a 1st degree Stalin Prize for creating the I-185/M-71 Series Standard in 1943."
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USSR fighters | |
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I-15 | I-15 WR · I-15 M-22 · I-15 M-25 · I-15bis · Krasnolutsky's I-15bis |
I-153 M-62 · Zhukovsky's I-153-M62 · I-153P | |
I-16 | I-16 type 5 · I-16 type 10 · I-16 type 18 · I-16 type 24 · I-16 type 27 · I-16 type 28 · I-180S |
I-29 | I-29 |
I-185 | I-185 (M-71) · I-185 (M-82) |
I-225 | I-225 |
ITP | ITP (M-1) |
MiG-3 | MiG-3-15 · MiG-3-15 (BK) · MiG-3-34 |
LaGG | I-301 · LaGG-3-4 · LaGG-3-8 · LaGG-3-11 · LaGG-3-23 · LaGG-3-34 · LaGG-3-35 · LaGG-3-66 |
La | La-5 · La-5F · La-5FN · La-7 · Dolgushin's La-7 · La-7B-20 · La-9 · La-11 |
Yak-1/7 | Yak-1 · Yak-1B · Yak-7B |
Yak-3 | Yak-3 · Yak-3P · Yak-3T · Yak-3U · Yak-3 (VK-107) |
Yak-9 | Yak-9 · Yak-9B · Golovachev's Yak-9M · Yak-9T · Yak-9K · Yak-9U · Yak-9UT · Yak-9P |
Other countries | ▂P-40E-1 · ▂P-47D-27 · ▂Hurricane Mk IIB · ▂Fw 190 D-9 · ▂Spitfire Mk IXc |
P-39 | ▂P-39K-1 · ▂Pokryshkin's P-39N-0 · ▂P-39Q-15 |
P-63 | ▂P-63A-5 · ▂P-63A-10 · ▂P-63C-5 |