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=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and armour === | ||
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| + | * 60 mm Bulletproof glass in cockpit front. | ||
| + | * 16 mm Steel plates behind the pilot. | ||
| + | * 10 mm Steel plate in the nose. | ||
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== Armaments == | == Armaments == | ||
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== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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| + | The newly gained top speed performance and maneuverbility come at a hefty price. Turn rate and low speed flexibility are reduced, due the stronger swept wing design and weight gain. | ||
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| + | Acceleration also takes a hit, especially on take-off the predecessor will rush ahead. | ||
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| + | As some positive characteristics traits of the MiG-15 vanish, some negative aspect vanish. The newly designed tail enables far better control close over Mach 0.8 (it still lacks a flying tail though) and the roll rate also significantly improved. Manual limitation set the airframe at positive 8G, with the increased control the likelihood of over stressing your airframe is easy and a steady hand required in evasive maneuvers. | ||
=== 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".'' | + | <!--''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:''' | ||
| − | + | * Incredibly fast in a dive. | |
| − | * | + | * Excellent climb speed, almost same as the [[J-2]] |
| + | * Very good maneuverability at low to medium speeds, also better maneuverability than its predecessor at high speed | ||
| + | * Excellent energy retention, but if you turn too hard, expect to lose a few hundred km/h | ||
| + | * Can safely reach a speed of 1,150 km/h when diving | ||
| + | * Unless rolling and pulling up at the same time, its hard to break your wings in turn | ||
| + | * Similarities with the [[J-2]] means the play style between the two are quite similar | ||
'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
| − | + | * Roll rate is not very good, but its still better than that of the the [[J-2]] | |
| − | * | + | * Guns are hard to aim and lead due to their relatively low muzzle velocity; small ammo capacity |
| + | * Different trajectory performances between 23 mm and 37 mm; requires experience and practice to use the weapons | ||
| + | * Poor acceleration in speeds between 800 - 1,100 km/h | ||
| + | * Doesn't do well in uptiers due to lack of air-to-air missiles, afterburner and radar | ||
| + | * Engine easily overheats, throttle management necessary | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
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The usage of the designation '''J-4''' is unclear, though most western observers claim it was applied to either the MiG-15 or MiG-17. One theory suggested that J-4 was the Chinese designation of the [[MiG-15bis]], though this was later debunked when it was found that the [[J-2]] was in fact a 15bis model. The most likely theory (and the one followed in-game) is that the designation was applied to imported Soviet-built MiG-17As, while license-built MiG-17Fs were designated [[Shenyang F-5|Shenyang J-5 (F-5)]]. | The usage of the designation '''J-4''' is unclear, though most western observers claim it was applied to either the MiG-15 or MiG-17. One theory suggested that J-4 was the Chinese designation of the [[MiG-15bis]], though this was later debunked when it was found that the [[J-2]] was in fact a 15bis model. The most likely theory (and the one followed in-game) is that the designation was applied to imported Soviet-built MiG-17As, while license-built MiG-17Fs were designated [[Shenyang F-5|Shenyang J-5 (F-5)]]. | ||
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| + | The MiG-17 was purchased and used by the PLAAF during the early Cold War era. It saw service alongside the MiG-15 during the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis, fighting against the ROCAF's F-86 Sabres. The two air forces were matched fairly evenly in terms of aircraft, perhaps with performance advantage going to the MiG-17s over the Sabres, but during the course of the conflict the Sabres were upgraded to use the [[AIM-9B|AIM-9 Sidewinder]] air-to-air missile. This new weapon was used successfully to shoot down numerous Communist aircraft, starting its first combat experience on a good note. However, in late September 1958, a dud Sidewinder lodged itself in a MiG-17, which returned to base. The missile was successfully removed and eventually sent to the Soviet Union for reverse engineering. The result of this would be the very similar Vympel K-13 missile, entering service as the [[R-3S]] in 1962. The PLAAF would also license produce the K-13 as the [[PL-2]] some years later, bringing the Sidewinder into service on the other side of the Taiwan Strait. | ||
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| + | Information is sparse on the fate of the MiG-17 afterwards. They were most likely supplanted by the domestically produced Shenyang J-5 version and eventually phased out of service upon the introduction of sufficient quantities of the superior MiG-19/[[J-6A|J-6]] and [[J-7II|J-7]]. | ||
== Media == | == Media == | ||
Revision as of 02:42, 23 February 2020
Contents
| This page is about the Soviet-built Chinese jet fighter J-4. For other versions, see MiG-17 (Family). |
Description
The J-4 is a rank V Chinese jet fighter with a battle rating of 9.0 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update 1.91 "Night Vision". It is a Chinese version of the MiG-17 and performs identically to it.
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 | Max Speed (km/h at 2,000 m) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
| Stock | 1,097 | 1,061 | 15500 | 22.2 | 23.2 | 41.2 | 39.1 | 475 |
| Upgraded | 1,128 | 1,114 | 21.2 | 21.5 | 59.9 | 50.0 | ||
Details
| Features | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear | Drogue chute |
| X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
| Limits | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
| Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
| 0 | 450 | N/A | 650 | 450 | ~12 | ~5 |
| Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
| < 600 | < 700 | < 750 | N/A |
Engine performance
| Engine | Aircraft mass | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine name | Number | Empty mass | Wing loading (full fuel) | |||
| Klimov VK-1 | 1 | 3,868 kg | 223 kg/m2 | |||
| Engine characteristics | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) | Max Takeoff Weight | ||||
| Weight (each) | Type | 9m fuel | 20m fuel | 31m fuel | ||
| 892 kg | Centrifugal-flow turbojet | 4,209 kg | 4,625 kg | 5,041 kg | 5,485 kg | |
| Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB) | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (100%) | |||||
| Condition | 100% | WEP | 9m fuel | 20m fuel | 31m fuel | MTOW |
| Stationary | 2,450 kgf | N/A | 0.58 | 0.53 | 0.49 | 0.45 |
| Optimal | 2,450 kgf (0 km/h) |
N/A | 0.58 | 0.53 | 0.49 | 0.45 |
Survivability and armour
- 60 mm Bulletproof glass in cockpit front.
- 16 mm Steel plates behind the pilot.
- 10 mm Steel plate in the nose.
Armaments
Offensive armament
The J-4 was outfitted with the following offensive armament:
- 1 x 37 mm N-37D autocannon (40 rounds total)
- 2 x 23 mm NR-23 autocannons (160 rounds total)
Suspended armament
The J-4 can be outfitted with the following suspended ordnance:
- 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250-270 bombs (total = 500 kg)
- 16 x S-5K rockets
- 16 x S-5M rockets
- 2 X S-21 rockets
Usage in battles
The newly gained top speed performance and maneuverbility come at a hefty price. Turn rate and low speed flexibility are reduced, due the stronger swept wing design and weight gain.
Acceleration also takes a hit, especially on take-off the predecessor will rush ahead.
As some positive characteristics traits of the MiG-15 vanish, some negative aspect vanish. The newly designed tail enables far better control close over Mach 0.8 (it still lacks a flying tail though) and the roll rate also significantly improved. Manual limitation set the airframe at positive 8G, with the increased control the likelihood of over stressing your airframe is easy and a steady hand required in evasive maneuvers.
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Incredibly fast in a dive.
- Excellent climb speed, almost same as the J-2
- Very good maneuverability at low to medium speeds, also better maneuverability than its predecessor at high speed
- Excellent energy retention, but if you turn too hard, expect to lose a few hundred km/h
- Can safely reach a speed of 1,150 km/h when diving
- Unless rolling and pulling up at the same time, its hard to break your wings in turn
- Similarities with the J-2 means the play style between the two are quite similar
Cons:
- Roll rate is not very good, but its still better than that of the the J-2
- Guns are hard to aim and lead due to their relatively low muzzle velocity; small ammo capacity
- Different trajectory performances between 23 mm and 37 mm; requires experience and practice to use the weapons
- Poor acceleration in speeds between 800 - 1,100 km/h
- Doesn't do well in uptiers due to lack of air-to-air missiles, afterburner and radar
- Engine easily overheats, throttle management necessary
History
The usage of the designation J-4 is unclear, though most western observers claim it was applied to either the MiG-15 or MiG-17. One theory suggested that J-4 was the Chinese designation of the MiG-15bis, though this was later debunked when it was found that the J-2 was in fact a 15bis model. The most likely theory (and the one followed in-game) is that the designation was applied to imported Soviet-built MiG-17As, while license-built MiG-17Fs were designated Shenyang J-5 (F-5).
The MiG-17 was purchased and used by the PLAAF during the early Cold War era. It saw service alongside the MiG-15 during the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis, fighting against the ROCAF's F-86 Sabres. The two air forces were matched fairly evenly in terms of aircraft, perhaps with performance advantage going to the MiG-17s over the Sabres, but during the course of the conflict the Sabres were upgraded to use the AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missile. This new weapon was used successfully to shoot down numerous Communist aircraft, starting its first combat experience on a good note. However, in late September 1958, a dud Sidewinder lodged itself in a MiG-17, which returned to base. The missile was successfully removed and eventually sent to the Soviet Union for reverse engineering. The result of this would be the very similar Vympel K-13 missile, entering service as the R-3S in 1962. The PLAAF would also license produce the K-13 as the PL-2 some years later, bringing the Sidewinder into service on the other side of the Taiwan Strait.
Information is sparse on the fate of the MiG-17 afterwards. They were most likely supplanted by the domestically produced Shenyang J-5 version and eventually phased out of service upon the introduction of sufficient quantities of the superior MiG-19/J-6 and J-7.
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:
- 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.
| Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (中航工业沈阳飞机工业(集团)有限公司) | |
|---|---|
| Jet Fighters | |
| MiG-15 | J-2* |
| MiG-17 | J-4* |
| MiG-19 | J-6A* |
| J-8 | J-8B · J-8F |
| Su-27 variants | J-11* |
| Export | Shenyang F-5* |
| *Licensed Note: "J-2" and "J-4" are not official designations | |
| See Also | Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau |
| China jet aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Fighters | J-2 · J-4 · Shenyang F-5 · J-6A · J-7II · J-7D · J-7E · J-8B · J-8F · J-11 |
| Strike aircraft | Q-5 early · Q-5A · Q-5L · A-5C · JH-7A |
| Bombers | H-5 |
| American | ␗F-84G-21-RE · ␗F-84G-31-RE · ␗F-86F-30 · ␗F-86F-40 · ␗F-100A · ␗F-100F · ␗F-104A · ␗F-104G · ␗F-5A · ␗F-5E · ␗F-16A MLU |
| Soviet | ␗MiG-9 · ␗MiG-9 (l) |
