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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a Rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet jet fighter {{Battle-rating|1}}. This aircraft was introduced in [[Update 1.39]]. | |
− | The | + | The La-15 is a special jet, it lies somewhere in the middle of the 8.0 jets due to its wings being incredibly weak for the engine it possesses and is one of the few planes that can break its wings clean off in level flight. However, due to the battle rating and the speeds that jet combat is usually fought at, you shouldn't need to rely on your top speed: The La-15 can be classed as an underestimated jet, relying on it's a performance at slow speeds (700 kph - 300 kph) to win battles of manoeuvrability. |
== General info == | == General info == | ||
=== Flight performance === | === Flight performance === | ||
{{Specs-Avia-Flight}} | {{Specs-Avia-Flight}} | ||
− | <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. | + | <!--''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Maximum speed, manoeuvrability, speed and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''--> |
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! Stock | ! Stock | ||
− | | 999 || | + | | 999 || 971 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 24.0 || 25.2 || 25.6 || 23.9 || rowspan="2" | 650 |
|- | |- | ||
! Upgraded | ! Upgraded | ||
− | | 1,037 || 1,022 || 23.2 || 23.5 || 38. | + | | 1,037 || 1,022 || 23.2 || 23.5 || 38.4 || 31.7 |
|- | |- | ||
|} | |} | ||
− | ==== Details ==== | + | ====Details==== |
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! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear !! Drogue chute | ! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear !! Drogue chute | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | | + | | ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || ✓ || X || X <!-- ✓ --> |
|- | |- | ||
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! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! - | ! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! - | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | | + | | {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || 500 || 470 || 320 || ~12 || ~6 |
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! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator | ! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | < 640 || < 535 || < 630 || | + | | < 640 || < 535 || < 630 || N/A |
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! colspan="2" | Engine name || Number | ! colspan="2" | Engine name || Number | ||
− | ! colspan="2" | | + | ! colspan="2" | Empty mass || colspan="3" | Wing loading (full fuel) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | colspan="2" | Klimov RD-500 || 1 | + | | colspan="2" | Klimov RD-500 || 1 |
− | | colspan="2" | 2, | + | | colspan="2" | 2,790 kg || colspan="3" | 228 kg/m<sup>2</sup> |
|- | |- | ||
! colspan="3" | Engine characteristics | ! colspan="3" | Engine characteristics | ||
− | ! colspan="4" | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) || rowspan="2" | Max Takeoff<br>Weight | + | ! colspan="4" | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) || rowspan="2" | Max Takeoff<br />Weight |
|- | |- | ||
! Weight (each) || colspan="2" | Type | ! Weight (each) || colspan="2" | Type | ||
− | ! | + | ! 11m fuel || 20m fuel || 30m fuel || 39m fuel |
|- | |- | ||
| 567 kg || colspan="2" | Centrifugal-flow turbojet | | 567 kg || colspan="2" | Centrifugal-flow turbojet | ||
− | | 3, | + | | 3,054 kg || 3,262 kg || 3,492 kg || 3,700 kg || 3,870 kg |
|- | |- | ||
− | ! colspan="3" | {{Annotation|Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB)|The maximum thrust produced by each engine, while mounted in the aircraft. NOTE: Thrust varies significantly depending on speed & altitude.}} | + | ! colspan="3" | {{Annotation|Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB)|The maximum thrust produced by each engine, while mounted in the aircraft. NOTE: Thrust varies significantly depending on speed & altitude.}} |
! colspan="5" | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (112%) | ! colspan="5" | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (112%) | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Condition || 100% || 112% | ! Condition || 100% || 112% | ||
− | ! | + | ! 11m fuel || 20m fuel || 30m fuel || 39m fuel || MTOW |
|- | |- | ||
− | | ''Stationary'' || 1,350 kgf || 1,499 | + | | ''Stationary'' || 1,350 kgf || 1,499 kfg |
− | | 0. | + | | 0.49 || 0.46 || 0.43 || 0.41 || 0.39 |
|- | |- | ||
− | | ''Optimal'' || 1,350 kgf<br>(0 km/h) || 1,499 kgf<br>(0 km/h) | + | | ''Optimal'' || 1,350 kgf<br />(0 km/h) || 1,499 kgf<br />(0 km/h) |
− | | 0. | + | | 0.49 || 0.46 || 0.43 || 0.41 || 0.39 |
|- | |- | ||
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=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and armour === | ||
{{Specs-Avia-Armour}} | {{Specs-Avia-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 | + | <!--''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.''--> |
* 105 mm Bulletproof glass in cockpit front | * 105 mm Bulletproof glass in cockpit front | ||
− | * 8 | + | * 8 mm Steel plate behind the pilot |
* 6 mm Steel plate in the nose | * 6 mm Steel plate in the nose | ||
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=== Offensive armament === | === Offensive armament === | ||
{{Specs-Avia-Offensive}} | {{Specs-Avia-Offensive}} | ||
− | <!-- ''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|NR-23 (23 mm)}} | {{main|NR-23 (23 mm)}} | ||
− | The | + | The {{PAGENAME}} is armed with: |
− | * 3 x 23 mm NR-23 | + | * 3 x 23 mm NR-23 cannon, chin-mounted (100 rpg = 300 total) |
+ | <!--=== Suspended armament === | ||
+ | {{Specs-Avia-Suspended}} | ||
+ | ''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.'' | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Defensive armament === | ||
+ | {{Specs-Avia-Defensive}} | ||
+ | ''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.'' | ||
+ | --> | ||
== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
− | <!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in | + | <!--''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).''--> |
− | The La-15 | + | The La-15 can be played in a way similar to the MiG-15s- wait for the large dogfight or furball in the middle of the map to commence then prey on people entering/exiting it. If things get in a sticky spot, you can use your excellent maneuverability and energy to win in 1v1s or 1v2 situations. The 112% comes in handy for climbing at the start of the match and burning off some fuel (20m is recommended). Just be wary of engine overheating, and always maintain situational awareness. |
− | + | Specific enemies worth noting | |
− | + | <!--Some concerning vehicles to worry about if playing this plane. (i.e. Japanese fighters will out turn you)--> | |
− | + | '''F-86 Sabre''' | |
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− | + | The most common enemy of the La-15, the best tactics to use against Sabres are to hope that it commits to a dogfight. While it may outturn you at higher speeds, simply dodge its shots and force a vertical or low speed fight. | |
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− | + | '''Meteor:''' | |
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− | + | The Meteor is another main rival of the La-15 as the La-15 can meet the Meteor at any time from being down-tiered to up-tiered. While the La-15 can outrun and out climb early variants of the Meteors, the later variants are far harder to outrun and outclimb as they can easily catch the La-15. The best way to deal with Meteors is to apply boom and zoom tactics, but do remember a skilled Meteor pilot will have no issue avoiding a La-15 that is attacking with boom and zoom tactics. Avoid any maneuvering fights with any variant of the Meteor as they will outmaneuver you with no issues at all. | |
====Counter-tactics==== | ====Counter-tactics==== | ||
<!--What to expect, if it would be in command of the enemy and how to counter it. (i.e. They will most likely BnZ, etc.)--> | <!--What to expect, if it would be in command of the enemy and how to counter it. (i.e. They will most likely BnZ, etc.)--> | ||
− | The La-15 has, at best, a speed limit of | + | The La-15 has, at best, a speed limit of 1000 km/h. Be aware of this and, if possible, try to out dive or outrun the La-15, as it can break its wings easily in a dive and in level flight. If you are slower than the La-15, your best bet is to hope you can outturn the La-15; however a competent La-15 pilot will be aware of this and there is little you can do. |
− | If you are slower than the La-15, | ||
=== 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:''' | ||
− | * | + | * 3x23mm gives a decent volume of fire |
− | * Good energy retention | + | * Good energy retention. |
− | * Decent acceleration | + | * Decent acceleration. |
− | * Cockpit visibility is above average | + | * Cockpit visibility is above average. |
− | * Decent manoeuvrability around 500-700 | + | * Decent manoeuvrability around 500-700 kph/310-435 mph. |
− | * Good roll rate | + | * Good roll rate. |
+ | * good top speed for its rank | ||
+ | * Very small target | ||
'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
− | * Low top speed | + | * Low top speed for a swept wing jet. |
− | * Can rip its wings off in level flight | + | * Can rip its wings off in level flight (speed warning at approximately 945 kph/587 mph, wings rip at 955 kph/593 mph). |
− | * Ineffective airbrake | + | * Ineffective airbrake. |
− | * Guns have | + | * Guns have low velocity and killing capacity; usually takes several hits to bring down someone. |
− | + | * Doesn't take battle damage very well especially to the wings of the aircraft. | |
− | * Doesn't take battle damage very well especially to the wings of the aircraft | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
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The La-15 was a contemporary of the MiG-15 and Yak-30, that would see limited production numbers and remain in service through the 1950s in secondary roles. The NATO name for it was "Fantail." | The La-15 was a contemporary of the MiG-15 and Yak-30, that would see limited production numbers and remain in service through the 1950s in secondary roles. The NATO name for it was "Fantail." | ||
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− | * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=la-15 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.] | + | * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicleCountry=ussr&vehicleType=aircraft&vehicleClass=jet_fighter&vehicle=la-15 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.] |
;Videos | ;Videos | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
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* ''topic on the official game forum;'' | * ''topic on the official game forum;'' | ||
− | * ''other literature.'' --> | + | * ''other literature.''--> |
* [[wikipedia:Lavochkin_La-15|[Wikipedia] Lavochkin La-15]] | * [[wikipedia:Lavochkin_La-15|[Wikipedia] Lavochkin La-15]] |
Revision as of 21:49, 10 March 2021
Contents
Description
The La-15 is a Rank V Soviet jet fighter with a battle rating of 8.0 (AB/RB/SB). This aircraft was introduced in Update 1.39.
The La-15 is a special jet, it lies somewhere in the middle of the 8.0 jets due to its wings being incredibly weak for the engine it possesses and is one of the few planes that can break its wings clean off in level flight. However, due to the battle rating and the speeds that jet combat is usually fought at, you shouldn't need to rely on your top speed: The La-15 can be classed as an underestimated jet, relying on it's a performance at slow speeds (700 kph - 300 kph) to win battles of manoeuvrability.
General info
Flight performance
Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 3,000 m) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
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AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
Stock | 999 | 971 | 13500 | 24.0 | 25.2 | 25.6 | 23.9 | 650 |
Upgraded | 1,037 | 1,022 | 23.2 | 23.5 | 38.4 | 31.7 |
Details
Features | |||||
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Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear | Drogue chute |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X | X |
Limits | ||||||
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Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
0 | 450 | 500 | 470 | 320 | ~12 | ~6 |
Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
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Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
< 640 | < 535 | < 630 | N/A |
Engine performance
Engine | Aircraft mass | ||||||
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Engine name | Number | Empty mass | Wing loading (full fuel) | ||||
Klimov RD-500 | 1 | 2,790 kg | 228 kg/m2 | ||||
Engine characteristics | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) | Max Takeoff Weight | |||||
Weight (each) | Type | 11m fuel | 20m fuel | 30m fuel | 39m fuel | ||
567 kg | Centrifugal-flow turbojet | 3,054 kg | 3,262 kg | 3,492 kg | 3,700 kg | 3,870 kg | |
Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB) | Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (112%) | ||||||
Condition | 100% | 112% | 11m fuel | 20m fuel | 30m fuel | 39m fuel | MTOW |
Stationary | 1,350 kgf | 1,499 kfg | 0.49 | 0.46 | 0.43 | 0.41 | 0.39 |
Optimal | 1,350 kgf (0 km/h) |
1,499 kgf (0 km/h) |
0.49 | 0.46 | 0.43 | 0.41 | 0.39 |
Survivability and armour
- 105 mm Bulletproof glass in cockpit front
- 8 mm Steel plate behind the pilot
- 6 mm Steel plate in the nose
Modifications and economy
Armaments
Offensive armament
The La-15 is armed with:
- 3 x 23 mm NR-23 cannon, chin-mounted (100 rpg = 300 total)
Usage in battles
The La-15 can be played in a way similar to the MiG-15s- wait for the large dogfight or furball in the middle of the map to commence then prey on people entering/exiting it. If things get in a sticky spot, you can use your excellent maneuverability and energy to win in 1v1s or 1v2 situations. The 112% comes in handy for climbing at the start of the match and burning off some fuel (20m is recommended). Just be wary of engine overheating, and always maintain situational awareness.
Specific enemies worth noting
F-86 Sabre
The most common enemy of the La-15, the best tactics to use against Sabres are to hope that it commits to a dogfight. While it may outturn you at higher speeds, simply dodge its shots and force a vertical or low speed fight.
Meteor:
The Meteor is another main rival of the La-15 as the La-15 can meet the Meteor at any time from being down-tiered to up-tiered. While the La-15 can outrun and out climb early variants of the Meteors, the later variants are far harder to outrun and outclimb as they can easily catch the La-15. The best way to deal with Meteors is to apply boom and zoom tactics, but do remember a skilled Meteor pilot will have no issue avoiding a La-15 that is attacking with boom and zoom tactics. Avoid any maneuvering fights with any variant of the Meteor as they will outmaneuver you with no issues at all.
Counter-tactics
The La-15 has, at best, a speed limit of 1000 km/h. Be aware of this and, if possible, try to out dive or outrun the La-15, as it can break its wings easily in a dive and in level flight. If you are slower than the La-15, your best bet is to hope you can outturn the La-15; however a competent La-15 pilot will be aware of this and there is little you can do.
Pros and cons
Pros:
- 3x23mm gives a decent volume of fire
- Good energy retention.
- Decent acceleration.
- Cockpit visibility is above average.
- Decent manoeuvrability around 500-700 kph/310-435 mph.
- Good roll rate.
- good top speed for its rank
- Very small target
Cons:
- Low top speed for a swept wing jet.
- Can rip its wings off in level flight (speed warning at approximately 945 kph/587 mph, wings rip at 955 kph/593 mph).
- Ineffective airbrake.
- Guns have low velocity and killing capacity; usually takes several hits to bring down someone.
- Doesn't take battle damage very well especially to the wings of the aircraft.
History
The La-15 was a contemporary of the MiG-15 and Yak-30, that would see limited production numbers and remain in service through the 1950s in secondary roles. The NATO name for it was "Fantail."
Designer S.A. Lavochkin followed on his successful line of World War II piston-engine fighters with a series of jet prototypes in 1947. One of these, the La-174, became the basis for the production La-15. The fighter used a licence-built Rolls-Royce Derwent engine. A larger and more capable prototype, the La-176D, would be the first Soviet aircraft to break Mach (first in a dive in 1948 and then in level flight the next year) but never entered production.
Media
- Skins
- Videos
See also
- Related development
- Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
External links
Lavochkin Design Bureau (Лавочкинa Опытное конструкторское бюро) | |
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LaGG-3* | I-301 · LaGG-3-4 · LaGG-3-8 · LaGG-3-11 · LaGG-3-23 · LaGG-3-34 · LaGG-3-35 · LaGG-3-66 |
La-5/7 | La-5 · La-5F · La-5FN · La-7 · Dolgushin's La-7 · La-7B-20 |
La-9/11 | La-9 · La-11 |
Jet Fighters | La-15 · La-174 · La-200 |
Export | ␗La-9 · ␗La-11 |
Captured | ▀La-5FN |
*Lavochkin-Gorbunov-Gudkov (Лавочкин-Горбунов-Гудков), head designer V. P. Gorbunov |
USSR jet aircraft | |
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Bereznyak-Isayev | BI |
Yakovlev | Yak-15 · Yak-15P · Yak-17 · Yak-23 · Yak-28B · Yak-30D · Yak-38 · Yak-38M · Yak-141 |
Mikoyan-Gurevich | MiG-9 · MiG-9 (l) · MiG-15 · MiG-15bis · MiG-15bis ISH · MiG-17 · MiG-17AS · MiG-19PT |
MiG-21F-13 · MiG-21PFM · MiG-21S (R-13-300) · MiG-21SMT · MiG-21bis | |
MiG-23M · MiG-23ML · MiG-23MLD · MiG-27M · MiG-27K | |
MiG-29 · MiG-29SMT | |
Lavochkin | La-174 · La-15 · La-200 |
Sukhoi | Su-9 · Su-11 |
Su-7B · Su-7BKL · Su-7BMK · Su-17M2 · Su-17M4 · Su-22M3 | |
Su-25 · Su-25BM · Su-25K · Su-25T · Su-25SM3 · Su-39 | |
Su-27 | |
Ilyushin | IL-28 · IL-28Sh |
Tupolev | Tu-14T |