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| |InTheGame_pros= | | | |InTheGame_pros= |
? | | | + | *Second most maneuverable aircraft in game, behind it's tier 5 counterpart |
| | + | *More maneuverable and faster than the A6M1 |
| | + | *20mm cannons have good range, although they overheat fast |
| | + | *Decent speed |
| |InTheGame_cons= | | | |InTheGame_cons= |
? | | | + | *Low health, catches fire easily |
| | + | *Worse guns and less health than the A6M1 |
| | + | *Weak armament |
| | + | *Optimum altitude is 700m |
| |InTheGame_performance= | | | |InTheGame_performance= |
? | | | + | The Ki-43-1 is very light and maneuverable, similar to the A6M1 "Zero". These two aircraft have lots in common but with some differences. The Zero has more guns and slightly more health. On the other hand, the Ki-43 has better maneuverability and engines. Play styles are very similar; use your maneuverability to get behind fighters and shoot them down. Because of the lack of guns, avoiding going after bigger enemies with tail guns is advised. More likely than not, the tail guns will take you out quickly before you can take out the enemy bombers/attack aircraft. Going after other Japanese or Russian aircraft is a viable strategy, since you can outmaneuver everyone else. Doing so could really help out your team as well as keep them off your teammates. Gun wise, the best guns are the 20mm cannons. They do the most damage, but they overheat very quickly. Since you do not have any other armaments besides these, firing in bursts is a must. Overall, a fast and maneuverable fighter that while has very low armor, can be very fun to play. |
| |InTheGame_research= | | | |InTheGame_research= |
? | | | + | *Guns are a must. Research the 12.7mm machine guns and then the 20mm cannons to maximize damage. |
| | + | *Air frame is next, since the extra health and speed are useful |
| |InTheGame_equipment= | | | |InTheGame_equipment= |
? | | | + | *Improved Covering to keep wings and tail intact, as well as extra health |
| | + | *Self Sealing Fuel Tank to prevent fires |
| | + | *Third one is your choice |
| |History= | | | |History= |
| The Ki-43 (Oscar) was initially produced in November 1939, given the designation Ki-43-I. Deliveries from Nakajima's Ota factory commenced in February 1941. In addition to outstanding maneuverability, the Ki-43-I had an impressive rate of climb due to its light weight. Power was provided by the Nakajima Ha-25 engine turning a two-bladed, two-position variable-pitch metal propeller. Top speed was 495 km/h (308 mph) at 4,000 m (13,160 ft). The Ki-43 was equipped with two synchronized cowling machine guns in various configurations, with either two 7.7 mm (.303 in) Type 89 machine guns, one 12.7 mm (.50 in) Ho-103 machine gun and one 7.7 mm (.303 in) gun, or two 12.7 mm (.50 in) Ho-103 guns; the aircraft was given various sub-designations to reflect these differences. The configuration that appears to have been most prevalent at the outset of the war was the first configuration with two 7.7 mm (.303 in) Type 89 machine guns, while as the war progressed the heavier combinations gained popularity and the version with the heaviest armament was sometimes given the designation Ki-43-Ic. The Ho-103 was often loaded with explosive ammunition to increase target effect; its penetrative effect against later Allied aircraft armor appears to have been marginal. | | | The Ki-43 (Oscar) was initially produced in November 1939, given the designation Ki-43-I. Deliveries from Nakajima's Ota factory commenced in February 1941. In addition to outstanding maneuverability, the Ki-43-I had an impressive rate of climb due to its light weight. Power was provided by the Nakajima Ha-25 engine turning a two-bladed, two-position variable-pitch metal propeller. Top speed was 495 km/h (308 mph) at 4,000 m (13,160 ft). The Ki-43 was equipped with two synchronized cowling machine guns in various configurations, with either two 7.7 mm (.303 in) Type 89 machine guns, one 12.7 mm (.50 in) Ho-103 machine gun and one 7.7 mm (.303 in) gun, or two 12.7 mm (.50 in) Ho-103 guns; the aircraft was given various sub-designations to reflect these differences. The configuration that appears to have been most prevalent at the outset of the war was the first configuration with two 7.7 mm (.303 in) Type 89 machine guns, while as the war progressed the heavier combinations gained popularity and the version with the heaviest armament was sometimes given the designation Ki-43-Ic. The Ho-103 was often loaded with explosive ammunition to increase target effect; its penetrative effect against later Allied aircraft armor appears to have been marginal. |