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Awarded for destroying at least 17 aerial targets in a single sortie and winning the battle.
Awarded for destroying at least 10 aerial targets in a single sortie and winning the battle.
The destroyed targets must include aircraft of all 5 types.
Awarded for destroying at least 10 aerial targets in a single sortie and winning the battle.
The destroyed targets must include aircraft of all 5 types.
Awarded for earning the highest aircraft type grade in battle.
Awarded for destroying an aerial target using a rocket.
Awarded for destroying at least 20 aircraft from the enemy combat group.
Awarded for earning at least 5000 personal points in each of at least 2 battles played in a row.
The count is reset if the player earns fewer than 5000 personal points in a single battle.
Awarded for destroying an aerial target aircraft by setting it on fire.
Available once for each aircraft in the Hangar.
Awarded once for destroying an aircraft from an Attack Flight.
| Battles Fought | 50,397 |
| Victories | 30,342 (60.21%) |
| Draws | 167 (0%) |
| Defeats | 19,888 (39%) |
| Average Experience per Battle | 1,770 |
| Maximum Experience per Battle | 9,921 |
| Aerial Targets Destroyed | 1.92 |
| Ground Targets Destroyed | 3.07 |
| Damage Caused to Aerial Targets | 829.97 |
| Damage Caused to Ground Targets | 12,667.67 |
| Fighters | 4,372 (9%) |
| Multirole Fighters | 11,815 (24%) |
| Heavy Fighters | 8,775 (18%) |
| Attack Aircraft | 18,474 (37%) |
| Bombers | 6,689 (13%) |
| U.S.S.R. Aircraft | 17,506 (35%) |
| Germany Aircraft | 14,535 (29%) |
| U.S.A. Aircraft | 9,883 (20%) |
| Japan Aircraft | 500 (1%) |
| U.K. Aircraft | 7,255 (14%) |
| China Aircraft | 351 (1%) |
| Europe Aircraft | 95 (0%) |
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| Aircraft | Total Sorties | Selected at the Start of a Battle | Most Aerial Targets Destroyed per Sortie | Most Ground Targets Destroyed per Sortie | ||||||||||||||||
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Arado Ar 68
Arado Ar 68
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11 | 4 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The last biplane to enter service with the Luftwaffe. Used as a night fighter in Spain and in the initial period of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Bristol Type 133
Bristol Type 133
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32 | 18 | 15 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Underwent trials in the summer of 1934. The first aircraft with retractable landing gear proposed to the Royal Air Force. Aircraft Description
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Hawker P.V.3
Hawker P.V.3
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27 | 11 | 11 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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The Hawker P.V.3 was developed as an enlarged version of the Hawker Fury fighter powered by a new engine with an enhanced armament of four machine guns. The single completed prototype was tested with several variants of the Goshawk engines in 1934–1935. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Type 224
Supermarine Type 224
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17 | 9 | 8 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flew in February 1934. The experience gained during the Type 224 development was subsequently used to create the famous Spitfire. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss Hawk 75M
Curtiss Hawk 75M
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15 | 5 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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An export variant of the Model 75 aircraft. Used by the air forces of various countries throughout the world. Aircraft Description
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Avia B-534
Avia B-534
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3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The main Czechoslovakian fighter of the 1930s. Later, the Luftwaffe, Slovak, and Bulgarian Air Forces also used these aircraft. It was last used for a military operation during the Slovak National Uprising in 1944. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-15bis DM-2
Polikarpov I-15bis DM-2
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48 | 21 | 15 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the serial I-15 with ramjet engines for better climbing performance. Tested in 1939–1940. Aircraft Description
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Seversky 2PA
Seversky 2PA
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115 | 41 | 10 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the P-35 as a two-seat bomber escort fighter. Never entered service despite good flight performance. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss XP-36F Hawk
Curtiss XP-36F Hawk
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91 | 41 | 13 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the mass-produced P-36As was experimentally redesigned into a version with heavy cannon armament. Following a cycle of tests, it was decided to revert to the initial version with machine gun armament. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss Model 81A-1
Curtiss Model 81A-1
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110 | 51 | 17 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Early modification of the P-40, also known as the Curtiss Model 81A-1. A total of 199 aircraft of this modification were built. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-17
Polikarpov I-17
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81 | 32 | 17 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1934–1937, but never entered service due to lack of advantage over the mass-produced I-16. Only prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss P-36 Hawk
Curtiss P-36 Hawk
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20 | 10 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the most successful fighters of the prewar period. Served in the air forces of the United States, Great Britain, France, the Netherlands, Norway, and China. Aircraft Description
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Grumman XF4F-3
Grumman XF4F-3
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11 | 3 | 3 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Underwent trials in 1939. Improved version of the fighter entered service with the U.S. Navy as the F4F Wildcat. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-153P DM-4
Polikarpov I-153P DM-4
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55 | 21 | 12 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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The mass-produced I-153P "Chaika" (a variant with two ShVAK cannons instead of 4 machine guns) was fitted with additional DM-4 ramjet engines. During the trials, a significant increase in the top speed was achieved. However, it was decided to continue work on the ramjet engines on newer types of aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-153 DM-4
Polikarpov I-153 DM-4
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98 | 38 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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In October 1940, the mass-produced I-153 was experimentally fitted with auxiliary ramjet DM-4 engines. During the trials, a significant increase in the top speed was achieved. However, it was decided to continue work on the ramjet engines on newer types of aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Nakajima Ki-43-I Hayabusa
Nakajima Ki-43-I Hayabusa
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9 | 3 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed by the Nakajima Aircraft Company to replace the Ki-27 in the Japanese Air Force. First aircraft entered service in the fall of 1941. A total of about 6,000 Ki-43s of various versions were built and used on all fronts until the end of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M1 Zero
Mitsubishi A6M1 Zero
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62 | 29 | 18 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Early prototypes of the famous A6M Zero were equipped with Zuisei engines. First flew in April 1939. Aircraft Description
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Fairey Fantome
Fairey Fantome
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37 | 15 | 17 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed for export to the Belgian Air Force. A total of 4 prototypes were built and underwent trials in Great Britain, Belgium, and the U.S.S.R. Aircraft Description
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Hawker Hurricane Mk. Ia
Hawker Hurricane Mk. Ia
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432 | 184 | 20 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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The Hawker Hurricane fighter of the No. 303 Polish Fighter Squadron in the Royal Air Force. The squadron was actively involved in the Battle of Britain, claiming to have destroyed 126 German aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 B
Messerschmitt Bf 109 B
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3,261 | 1,341 | 25 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
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The winner of the contest to become the principal fighter aircraft with the Luftwaffe. Early modifications were used in Spain and in the initial period of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Heinkel He 112
Heinkel He 112
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47 | 15 | 9 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed and tested in 1935 as a new fighter for the Luftwaffe. Exported to Spain, Japan, Hungary, and Romania. A total of 100 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Caudron-Renault C.714
Caudron-Renault C.714
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63 | 22 | 9 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the racing aircraft. Used during the French campaign of 1940. A total of about 90 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Bristol Type 146
Bristol Type 146
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106 | 45 | 19 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Went through trials in 1938 as a new fighter for the Royal Air Force, but was considered inferior to the Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire. Aircraft Description
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XP-77
XP-77
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32 | 14 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Low-cost fighter developed to address the shortage of light-metal alloys used in aviation. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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XFL-1 Airabonita
XFL-1 Airabonita
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43 | 15 | 8 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Prototype carrier-based variant of the P-39 Airacobra, which first flew in May 1940. Tested as a new fighter for the U.S. Navy, but was considered inferior to the F4U Corsair. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire I
Supermarine Spitfire I
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76 | 26 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flown in March 1938. Widely used during the Battle of Britain. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire Mk Ia
Supermarine Spitfire Mk Ia
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14 | 6 | 15 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The most advanced fighter of the Royal Air Force at the start of World War II. Widely used in the Dunkirk operation and the Battle of Britain. Aircraft Description
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CAC CA-12 Boomerang
CAC CA-12 Boomerang
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43 | 14 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Fighter designed and produced in Australia based on the CA-1 Wirraway. A total of 250 aircraft were built in 1942–1945. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss Tomahawk IIb
Curtiss Tomahawk IIb
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220 | 81 | 13 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the Curtiss P-40. Served with the 1st American Volunteer Group (Flying Tigers) and was actively used in operations against Japan. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss P-40 Warhawk
Curtiss P-40 Warhawk
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231 | 93 | 20 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the P-36. Most extensively used against Japan during the Pacific War and in China, and on the Soviet-German front. Aircraft Description
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Chance-Vought XF4U-1
Chance-Vought XF4U-1
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70 | 24 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Initial prototype of the famous F4U Corsair. First flown on 29 May 1940, demonstrating good flight performance. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3
Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3
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13 | 4 | 7 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The most widely produced version of the Bf 109 E that was extensively used in the French campaign in 1940 and the Battle of Britain. A total of 1,868 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M3 (experimental)
Mitsubishi A6M3 (experimental)
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82 | 24 | 7 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Several A6M3 were experimentally fitted with 30 mm Type 2 autocannon. However, the trials revealed that the recoil of the 30 mm autocannon was too strong. As a result, the intention to equip the mass-produced A6M with this autocannon was abandoned. Aircraft Description
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Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3
Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3
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159 | 68 | 13 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1940 as a high-altitude, high-speed interceptor. Extensively used in 1941–1942. Over 3,000 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero
Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero
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16 | 5 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Early in the Pacific War, the A6M was the world's most capable carrier-based fighter, which gave Japan air superiority. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 E Emil
Messerschmitt Bf 109 E Emil
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85 | 28 | 8 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the Messerschmitt fighter created after military operations in Spain. Extensively used by the Luftwaffe and the air forces of German allies. Aircraft Description
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North American Mustang IA
North American Mustang IA
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143 | 59 | 13 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the Mustang I that was supplied by the North American Aviation company to U.K. The aircraft featured powerful autocannon that replaced the machine guns fitted on the previous modification. A total of 93 aircraft of this modification were supplied to the Royal Air Force. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire Vb IM
Supermarine Spitfire Vb IM
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29 | 11 | 8 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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A modification of the Spitfire V inspired by Iron Maiden. Aircraft Description
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North American Mustang Mk.I
North American Mustang Mk.I
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19 | 7 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in the United States on request of the Royal Air Force. Further modification resulted in the creation of the P-51 Mustang fighter and the A-36 Apache attack aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire Vb
Supermarine Spitfire Vb
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3 | 2 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The Spitfire V modification Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire V
Supermarine Spitfire V
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105 | 39 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1941 to replace the Spitfire I and Spitfire II. Widely used in Europe and North Africa. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-1M
Yakovlev Yak-1M
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27 | 12 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Created in 1943 on the basis of the Yak-1. Further improvements led to creation of the Yak-3. Aircraft Description
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Lavochkin La-5
Lavochkin La-5
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9 | 4 | 6 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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A further development of the LaGG-3 featuring an air-cooled engine and enhanced aerodynamics. Aircraft Description
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P-39N-1 Airacobra
P-39N-1 Airacobra
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252 | 77 | 14 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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The developer was looking for ways to improve aircraft characteristics based on feedback from the pilots who flew various modifications of the P-39 Airacobra. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss-Wright XP-55 Ascender
Curtiss-Wright XP-55 Ascender
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60 | 24 | 10 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed as a promising interceptor fighter with a canard configuration. The first prototype took to the air in July 1943. The tests dragged on until December 1944 when the project was recognized as having no prospects. Aircraft Description
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North American P-51A Mustang
North American P-51A Mustang
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97 | 34 | 17 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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An early model of one of the most famous U.S. Army Air Force fighters of World War II. Used mainly in North Africa, Burma, and Great Britain. Aircraft Description
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Kawasaki Ki-88
Kawasaki Ki-88
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91 | 33 | 12 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed for the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force as a heavily armed interceptor. Development was discontinued during the prototype stage. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire V DB 605
Supermarine Spitfire V DB 605
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146 | 47 | 13 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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During trials of captured Spitfires in Germany, one aircraft was equipped with a German DB 605 engine. It was later destroyed in an Allied air raid. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero
Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero
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74 | 26 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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This modification of the A6M confronted Allied fighters until the final days of WWII. A total of 10,449 aircraft of all variants were produced. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 F Friedrich
Messerschmitt Bf 109 F Friedrich
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84 | 33 | 10 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1940, the Bf 109 F outperformed the earlier Bf 109 E due to lighter armament, improved aerodynamics, and a more powerful engine. Aircraft Description
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North American P-51D Josephine
North American P-51D Josephine
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162 | 36 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The famous P-51D aircraft flown by Joseph Peterburs in the 20th Fighter Group, U.S. Air Force. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 K-6 Kurfürst
Messerschmitt Bf 109 K-6 Kurfürst
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84 | 29 | 13 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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The last series in the evolution of Germany's Bf 109 fighters, called upon to standardize and put together the aircraft's multiple versions, manufactured by different plants. Aircraft Description
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Kostikov 302
Kostikov 302
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60 | 24 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Fighter powered by a liquid fuel rocket and ramjet engines whose design was first proposed in 1940. The aircraft was developed in 1942–1944. A glider prototype was built. The project was discontinued in 1944, because the engines were not ready for production. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire IX
Supermarine Spitfire IX
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72 | 29 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the most successful modifications of the famous British fighter. A total of 5,656 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A7M Reppu
Mitsubishi A7M Reppu
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40 | 13 | 9 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1942–1945 for the Imperial Japanese Navy as a successor to the A6M. Only 8 prototypes were produced and tested by the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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Martin-Baker MB 5
Martin-Baker MB 5
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15 | 5 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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A fighter manufactured by British company Martin-Baker. It received rave reviews from test pilots but never entered mass production due to an engine failure during a demonstration of the aircraft. Only one prototype was ever built. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire XVI
Supermarine Spitfire XVI
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81 | 31 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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A Spitfire IX version equipped with the licence-built Merlin 266 engine, bubble canopy, and clipped squared-off wingtips. Aircraft Description
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North American P-51D Mustang
North American P-51D Mustang
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89 | 33 | 16 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the most famous American fighters during World War II. Used extensively in Europe and in the later stages of the war against Japan. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 G Gustav
Messerschmitt Bf 109 G Gustav
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70 | 30 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The most widely produced model of the Messerschmitt fighter. Used in all theaters of war. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Me 209 A
Messerschmitt Me 209 A
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52 | 19 | 18 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Originally designed to reach a higher top speed record. Later improved on to become a full-featured fighter to replace the Bf 109. Never entered mass production. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi J8M Shusui
Mitsubishi J8M Shusui
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15 | 6 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Rocket-powered interceptor based on German documentation. First flew in July 1945. A total of 7 prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire XIV
Supermarine Spitfire XIV
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78 | 26 | 11 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Entered service in the winter of 1944. A total of 957 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Tachikawa Ki-94-II
Tachikawa Ki-94-II
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27 | 10 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Project for a high-speed well-armed fighter developed by the Tachikawa Aircraft Company in 1943–1945. By the end of World War II only prototypes were built that never took to the air. Aircraft Description
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North American P-51H Mustang
North American P-51H Mustang
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62 | 25 | 14 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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The fastest Mustang and one of the fastest piston fighters in the world. A total of 555 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Convair XFY-1 Pogo
Convair XFY-1 Pogo
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162 | 62 | 14 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed for the U.S. Navy as a heavy deck-based fighter with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capability. Due to the difficulty of VTOL operations and high requirements to pilot skills, the project was terminated in favor of seaplanes. A total of three prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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McDonnell XP-67 Moonbat
McDonnell XP-67 Moonbat
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12 | 5 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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An American prototype of a high-speed interceptor. The project was launched in 1940, but due to delays in development and testing, the aircraft only made its maiden flight in 1944. The project was canceled after a fire destroyed the sole prototype. Aircraft Description
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P-80A Shooting Star
P-80A Shooting Star
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614 | 217 | 20 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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First mass-produced jet fighter used by the U.S. Army Air Force. The P-80A equipped several squadrons during World War II, but they did not see combat due to the end of the war. Later the designation was changed to F-80A. A total of 344 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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De Havilland DH.100 Vampire F.1
De Havilland DH.100 Vampire F.1
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115 | 45 | 17 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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The first mass-produced modification of the DH.100 Vampire featuring the Goblin I engine. Entered service in April 1945. A total of 40 aircraft of the early F.1 series were built, but they did not see combat due to the end of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Lavochkin La-11
Lavochkin La-11
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112 | 44 | 12 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the La-9. Operated in the Chinese Civil War and in the Korean War. A total of 1,182 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Shenyang JL-1A-37
Shenyang JL-1A-37
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341 | 147 | 20 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Derived from the training aircraft JJ-1, it never went past the initial concept phase. Aircraft Description
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Horten Ho 229
Horten Ho 229
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18 | 4 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Reimar and Walter Horten's “flying wing” project, also known as H IX. It was supposed to be mass-produced at the Gotha plant, but before the end of the war only a few prototypes were made, some of which fell into the hands of the Allied forces. Aircraft Description
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Focke-Wulf Ta 152
Focke-Wulf Ta 152
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28 | 9 | 8 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the Fw 190. Entered service with the Luftwaffe at the end of 1944, but only a few Ta 152s saw combat. Aircraft Description
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Antonov M Masha
Antonov M Masha
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218 | 84 | 15 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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A fighter with an unusual arrangement and a powerful new engine was developed in the Antonov Design Bureau as a light front-line interceptor fighter to cover the troops. The presence of other modern fighters led to the project closure. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Swift
Supermarine Swift
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119 | 45 | 16 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flown in December 1948. Never used in combat. A total of 197 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Focke-Wulf Fw 252
Focke-Wulf Fw 252
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128 | 45 | 14 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed as a new fighter featuring better flight performance compared to the Ta 183. Further development was discontinued as the war had ended. Aircraft Description
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X
Messerschmitt Me P.1101
Messerschmitt Me P.1101
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569 | 220 | 20 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Development started in August 1944. The latest variant of this fighter was 80% complete in early 1945 when it was captured by American troops. Aircraft Description
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X
North American F-86A Sabre
North American F-86A Sabre
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432 | 161 | 19 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the most famous postwar jet fighters. Used by U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Aircraft Description
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X
Tachikawa Ki-162-III
Tachikawa Ki-162-III
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98 | 33 | 12 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Due to the end of World War II, the Ki-162 project was not completed in combat-ready condition. Further development is only hypothetical based on the level of technology in Japan at that time. Aircraft Description
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X
Lavochkin La-15
Lavochkin La-15
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84 | 35 | 21 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Soviet jet-powered fighter aircraft of the first postwar generation. Produced in small numbers. Aircraft Description
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X
Yakovlev Yak-30
Yakovlev Yak-30
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325 | 129 | 20 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Created on the basis of the Yak-25 in 1948. The first Yakovlev jet fighter featuring a swept-wing layout. Two prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-5
Polikarpov I-5
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3 | 1 | 6 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the main fighter aircraft of the Red Army Air Force in the early 1930s. Used during World War II on a limited basis. Aircraft Description
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Nakajima Type-91
Nakajima Type-91
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5 | 2 | 5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed at the request of the Imperial Japanese Army in cooperation with French aircraft designers. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss Hawk III
Curtiss Hawk III
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7 | 3 | 5 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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An export version of the Curtiss BF2C-1. A total of 137 aircraft were built for the Air Forces of China, Argentina, Turkey, and Thailand. Licensed for production in China. Aircraft Description
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Boeing P-26 Peashooter
Boeing P-26 Peashooter
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7 | 3 | 7 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on request of the U.S. Army Air Corps to replace the Boeing Р-12 fighters. A total of 151 aircraft were built. Used in the Second Sino-Japanese War and the initial period of the Pacific War. Aircraft Description
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III
Blackburn Skua
Blackburn Skua
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44 | 21 | 11 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed as a multi-purpose aircraft for the Royal Air Force. The first prototype flew in February 1937, with total of 192 aircraft being built. Aircraft Description
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III
Kochyerigin-Yatsenko DI-6i
Kochyerigin-Yatsenko DI-6i
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39 | 17 | 11 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed as a two-seat multirole fighter capable of engaging single-seat fighters in maneuvering combat. Its first flight took place in September 1934. The aircraft did not see active combat service. A total of 223 modifications of the DI-6 were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Blackburn Skua Mk. 1
Blackburn Skua Mk. 1
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10 | 4 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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An early modification of the Blackburn Skua, a British fighter-bomber powered by the Mercury IX engine. Due to a shortage of these engines, serial models were equipped with other available motors. Aircraft Description
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III
Seversky P-35
Seversky P-35
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34 | 16 | 12 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flew in August 1935. A total of about 200 aircraft including experimental and export versions were built. Used in the initial period of the Pacific War. Aircraft Description
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III
Grumman F3F
Grumman F3F
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13 | 7 | 17 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the best biplane fighters of the 1930s. Served through the end of 1941. Aircraft Description
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IV
Brewster F2A Buffalo
Brewster F2A Buffalo
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90 | 37 | 17 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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Exported to the Royal Air Force, Royal Netherlands Air Force, and Finnish Air Force. Used in the initial period of the Pacific War. Aircraft Description
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IV
Republic P-43 Lancer
Republic P-43 Lancer
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259 | 100 | 13 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flew in March 1940. The aircraft saw combat in China. A total of 272 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Polikarpov I-16 Type 29
Polikarpov I-16 Type 29
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8,773 | 3,496 | 16 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
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Last mass-produced modification of the Polikarpov I-16. First flew in 1940. The main difference from its predecessors was it had no guns in the wings, but carried a synchronized large-caliber machine gun. Aircraft Description
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IV
Lavochkin LaGG-3 series 4
Lavochkin LaGG-3 series 4
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709 | 319 | 18 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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The LaGG-3 series 4 was fitted with a modified engine and carried more powerful armament compared to the early LaGG-3s. Extensively used in the initial period of World War II. Aircraft Description
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IV
Borovkov-Florov I-207/4
Borovkov-Florov I-207/4
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72 | 28 | 8 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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The last developed version of the I-207 fighter. The aircraft was supposed to have the properties of both high-speed monoplanes and maneuverable biplanes. The prototype was built by the spring of 1941, but the project was discontinued. Aircraft Description
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IV
Arado Ar 197
Arado Ar 197
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142 | 55 | 13 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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The last German biplane fighter. Designed for naval operations for the never-completed aircraft carrier Graf Zeppelin. Aircraft Description
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IV
Hawker Hurricane Mk I
Hawker Hurricane Mk I
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553 | 237 | 14 | 11 | ||||||||||||||||
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The main British fighter type of early World War II. The prototype first flew in November 1935. Widely used in the French campaign in 1940 and massively used in the Battle of Britain. Aircraft Description
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V
Hawker Hurricane IID
Hawker Hurricane IID
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97 | 29 | 16 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1941 as a specialized anti-tank aircraft on the basis of the Hawker Hurricane fighter. Aircraft Description
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V
Hawker Hurricane Mk II
Hawker Hurricane Mk II
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149 | 56 | 10 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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The Hurricane Mk II entered service in 1940. Compared to the early fighter variants, it was equipped with a more powerful engine, and its armament was gradually enhanced. This modification remained in production until 1944 and was also built in Canada. Aircraft Description
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V
Grumman F4F Wildcat
Grumman F4F Wildcat
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70 | 14 | 7 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
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The best U.S. carrier-based fighter at the start of the war with Japan. Used from the outset through the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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V
Republic XP-44 Rocket
Republic XP-44 Rocket
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28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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A further development of the P-43 Lancer featuring a more powerful Pratt & Whitney R-2180 engine. Development was discontinued due to the decision of the Republic Aviation Corporation to focus on building a more promising P-47 fighter. Aircraft Description
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V
Lavochkin LaGG-3 series 34
Lavochkin LaGG-3 series 34
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9 | 3 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the LaGG-3 fighter. Used extensively for destroying aerial and ground targets, including armored targets. Aircraft Description
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V
Curtiss P-40 M-105
Curtiss P-40 M-105
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52 | 19 | 13 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
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As the U.S.S.R. lacked spare Allison engines, a few P-40 fighters were fitted with Soviet M-105 engines. Aircraft Description
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V
Yakovlev Yak-7
Yakovlev Yak-7
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3 | 2 | 8 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1941 on the basis of the Yak-7UTI flight trainer. A total of 6,399 fighters of various modifications were built, including training aircraft. Aircraft Description
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V
Yakovlev Yak-7 M-82
Yakovlev Yak-7 M-82
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97 | 37 | 11 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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In the summer of 1941, an attempt to install an M-82A engine on the Yak-7 was made. The aircraft went through a number of changes in the design and composition of its weapons, but could not achieve the specified flight characteristics for technical reasons. Only one development prototype was made. Aircraft Description
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V
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-1
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-1
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163 | 63 | 14 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1939 as an alternative to the Bf 109 that served in the Luftwaffe. The Fw 190 entered mass production in 1941. Aircraft Description
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VI
Hawker Tornado
Hawker Tornado
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302 | 112 | 13 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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Created by the Hawker company based on the experience gained from the development of the Hurricane. A total of 6 prototypes were built and tested in 1939–1941. However, due to engine problems, the project was abandoned in favor of the Hawker Typhoon. Aircraft Description
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VI
Yakovlev Yak-9
Yakovlev Yak-9
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3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1942 on the basis of the Yak-7. The most widely produced Soviet fighter. A total of 16,769 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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VI
Chance-Vought F4U-1 Corsair
Chance-Vought F4U-1 Corsair
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104 | 50 | 12 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the most widely produced United States Navy fighters of World War II. Used in both carrier- and land-based operations. Aircraft Description
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VI
Republic P-47B Thunderbolt
Republic P-47B Thunderbolt
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1,300 | 573 | 15 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on request of the U.S. Army Air Corps after the production of the Р-43 Lancer and P-44 Rocket was discontinued. First flew in May 1941. A total of 171 P-47Bs were built and used for conducting flight trials and training of pilots. Aircraft Description
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VI
Ilyushin IL-1
Ilyushin IL-1
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3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed as an armored low- and mid-altitude fighter capable of engaging enemy aircraft in a maneuvering combat. The project was discontinued due to the achievement of air superiority by the Soviet Air Force in 1944. Aircraft Description
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VI
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-5
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-5
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150 | 63 | 13 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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A further modification of the Fw 190 featuring heavier armament and a more powerful engine. Entered service in the spring of 1943. Used extensively as a multirole fighter. Aircraft Description
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VII
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D
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246 | 94 | 16 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
|
The Fw 190 D modification entered service in the fall of 1944. It proved to be one of the best German fighters during the last stages of the war. Aircraft Description
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VII
Hawker Typhoon
Hawker Typhoon
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110 | 43 | 10 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed simultaneously with the Hawker Tornado as a high-speed interceptor. However, it proved most effective as a multirole fighter. Remained the main support aircraft in the Royal Air Force until the end of combat in Europe. Aircraft Description
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VII
Republic P-47N Thunderbolt
Republic P-47N Thunderbolt
|
4,082 | 1,715 | 14 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Developed by the Republic Aviation Corporation in 1944 to keep the P-47 competitive with the P-51 Mustang fighter, which was introduced into service with the U.S. Army Air Force. A total of 1,816 P-47Ns were built. Aircraft Description
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VII
Chance-Vought F4U-4 Corsair
Chance-Vought F4U-4 Corsair
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75 | 29 | 10 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
|
A further modification of the F4U. Used extensively in World War II against Japan and the Korean War. A total of 2,557 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Republic XP-72
Republic XP-72
|
46 | 19 | 11 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
|
A further development of the P-47 Thunderbolt concept featuring a new Pratt & Whitney R-4360 engine. Two prototypes built were tested in 1944–1945. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Supermarine Seafang F.32
Supermarine Seafang F.32
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679 | 292 | 15 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed by the Supermarine company on the basis of the Spiteful fighter. Underwent trials in 1945–1949 but never entered service. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Hawker Tempest
Hawker Tempest
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138 | 48 | 6 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Designed as a modification of the Hawker Typhoon. However, due to multiple significant changes to the design, was redesignated into the Hawker Tempest. As a multirole fighter, it proved to be one of the best British World War II aircraft. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Messerschmitt Me 109 TL
Messerschmitt Me 109 TL
|
257 | 100 | 11 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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Blueprint created on the basis of the Bf 109 featuring a jet engine. Presented in January 1943 as a "backup" for the Me 262. The project was discontinued. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Goodyear F2G Super Corsair
Goodyear F2G Super Corsair
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88 | 32 | 13 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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Super Corsair, a high-speed modification of the famous F4U. Achieved fame as a trophy-winning air racer after World War II. Aircraft Description
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IX
Hawker Sea Hawk
Hawker Sea Hawk
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295 | 111 | 13 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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The first jet fighter built by the Hawker Aircraft company. Its prototype conducted its maiden flight on September 2, 1947. Initially, it was developed for the Royal Air Force, but was later redesigned for the Fleet Air Arm. Served in the German, Royal Netherlands, and Indian Navy. Aircraft Description
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IX
F-94D Starfire
F-94D Starfire
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75 | 33 | 11 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Prototype built on the basis of the F-94B fighter and used as a test platform for various armament configurations. Never entered mass production. Aircraft Description
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X
Blohm und Voss P.215.02
Blohm und Voss P.215.02
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1,705 | 681 | 18 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed based on the BV P.212 concept. In March 1945, the Luftwaffe approved the project and recommended the construction of a prototype. However, by the end of World War II, only theoretical calculations for the new aircraft specifications were made. Aircraft Description
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X
Republic F-84F Thunderstreak
Republic F-84F Thunderstreak
|
6,407 | 2,752 | 17 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
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A swept wing version of the F-84E featuring a new engine. First flew in June 1950. A total of 2,711 F-84Fs were built as a fighter version. Aircraft Description
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X
Chance-Vought F7U Cutlass
Chance-Vought F7U Cutlass
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126 | 40 | 8 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Carrier-based U.S. Navy fighter of the postwar period. Notable design features include no horizontal stabilizer, two engines, and twin rudders. Aircraft Description
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X
Kyushu J7W3
Kyushu J7W3
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326 | 133 | 14 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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Blueprint of a further development of the J7W. The project was discontinued due to the surrender of Japan. Aircraft Description
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X
Hawker Hunter
Hawker Hunter
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808 | 274 | 16 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed by the Hawker Aircraft company based on the experience gained when designing the Sea Hawk. The prototype first took to the air in July 1951. In 1953, the Hawker Hunter entered mass production. It was exported to various countries and saw combat service in a range of conflicts in the latter half of the 20th century. Aircraft Description
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X
Alekseyev I-215
Alekseyev I-215
|
102 | 36 | 12 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed on the basis of the I-211 with changes made to the engines and weapon mix. Never entered service due to the decision to concentrate the development of fighters in the Mikoyan and Yakovlev design bureau. Aircraft Description
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| Heavy Fighters 35 | 20,553 | 8,775 | ||||||||||||||||||
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III
Focke-Wulf Fw 57
Focke-Wulf Fw 57
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13 | 9 | 15 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Twin-engine heavy fighter. One of the first Zerstörer concepts developed for the Luftwaffe. Aircraft Description
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III
Dornier Do 17 Z-7 Kauz
Dornier Do 17 Z-7 Kauz
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324 | 152 | 14 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the Do 17 Z bomber as a heavy night fighter. Featured more powerful weapons and reduced bomb load. Aircraft Description
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III
PZL P.38 Wilk
PZL P.38 Wilk
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20 | 10 | 18 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed from 1934 as a multipurpose aircraft with the ability to perform as both a fighter and a ground forces support aircraft. Only two prototypes were built and tested before World War II. Aircraft Description
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IV
Messerschmitt Bf 110 B
Messerschmitt Bf 110 B
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5,741 | 2,613 | 29 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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Created as a "strategic fighter," a concept popular in the interwar period. Successfully used in campaigns in Poland, France, and Norway. Aircraft Description
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IV
Messerschmitt Bf 110 C-6
Messerschmitt Bf 110 C-6
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184 | 83 | 17 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the serial Bf 110 equipped with a 30 mm MK-101 antitank cannon. A total of 12 aircraft were produced during May–July 1940. Aircraft Description
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IV
Bristol Blenheim F
Bristol Blenheim F
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223 | 100 | 12 | 11 | ||||||||||||||||
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Modification of the Blenheim bomber into a long-range fighter or night fighter. A total of 60 aircraft were modified. Aircraft Description
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V
Bristol Beaufighter
Bristol Beaufighter
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6,266 | 2,691 | 25 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flew in July 1939. Used as a long-range fighter and night fighter. A total of 5,928 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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V
SNCASE SE 100
SNCASE SE 100
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9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
|
A project for a heavy fighter carrying powerful offensive and defensive armament. First flew in March 1939. The development was discontinued due to the occupation of France in 1940. Aircraft Description
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|
V
Bristol Beaufighter V
Bristol Beaufighter V
|
77 | 24 | 16 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
|
The Beaufighter V modification. Aircraft Description
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V
P-38F Lightning
P-38F Lightning
|
39 | 15 | 11 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
|
First combat-ready modification of the P-38 Lightning. Used in Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific Theater. A total of 527 aircraft were produced. Aircraft Description
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V
Messerschmitt Bf 110 E
Messerschmitt Bf 110 E
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261 | 111 | 13 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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A forced upgrade of the 110 by the Messerschmitt company due to the failed creation of the Me 210. Used both offensively and as a night fighter. Aircraft Description
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V
Messerschmitt Me 210
Messerschmitt Me 210
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32 | 12 | 9 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Heavy fighter designed to replace the Bf 110. Entered limited service with the Luftwaffe. Also licensed for production in Hungary. Aircraft Description
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|
V
Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu
Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu
|
63 | 24 | 8 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Developed as a long-range fighter for Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Saw combat from the summer of 1942 and was extensively used before the end of the war in the Japanese anti-aircraft defense to counter U.S. heavy bombers. Aircraft Description
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VI
De Havilland 98 Mosquito
De Havilland 98 Mosquito
|
62 | 25 | 13 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Widely used in various roles, including as a long-range fighter, night fighter, and fighter-bomber. A total of 7,781 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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VI
Grumman XP-50
Grumman XP-50
|
11 | 4 | 7 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Developed as a twin-engine interceptor for the U.S. Army Air Force. First flew in February 1941. Only one prototype was built. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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VI
P-38L Lightning
P-38L Lightning
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325 | 140 | 16 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
|
An experimental variant of the P-38L armed with 15 mm heavy machine guns and wing-mounted rockets. Because of multiple technical problems, further tests were halted. Aircraft Description
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VI
Vultee XP-54 Swoose Goose
Vultee XP-54 Swoose Goose
|
3,480 | 1,454 | 24 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Designed for the U.S. Army Air Forces as a modern interceptor with top-notch flight characteristics. Two prototypes were built, and the aircraft made its maiden flight on January 15, 1943. However, problems with its intended engine and a series of modifications requested by the customer significantly reduced the aircraft's potential characteristics. As a result, the project was canceled. Aircraft Description
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VI
P-38J Lightning
P-38J Lightning
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76 | 37 | 12 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
|
A further development of the P-38 featuring improved controllability and speed performance. A total of 2,970 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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VI
Kawasaki Ki-102
Kawasaki Ki-102
|
59 | 25 | 13 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Developed in several versions to be used against both aerial and ground targets and to replace the Ki-45. Saw limited action before the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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VI
De Havilland 98 Mosquito FB 26
De Havilland 98 Mosquito FB 26
|
95 | 32 | 13 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Canadian-built version of the Mosquito FB VI. A significant number of the Mosquito FB Mk.26 were delivered to China after the end of the war against Japan. Aircraft Description
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VI
Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse
Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse
|
403 | 172 | 17 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Heavy fighter-bomber, a further development of the Zerstörer concept. Used mainly on the Western Front. Aircraft Description
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VII
Rikugun Ki-93
Rikugun Ki-93
|
115 | 40 | 11 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
|
Designed to carry heavy cannon armament for fulfilling a wide range of combat missions. Only one prototype was built and took to the air only once. Aircraft Description
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VII
Messerschmitt Bf 109 Z Zwilling
Messerschmitt Bf 109 Z Zwilling
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50 | 21 | 12 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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Heavy fighter-bomber incorporating two fuselages of the Bf 109. The only prototype was destroyed in an Allied bombing raid. Aircraft Description
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Tupolev Tu-1
Tupolev Tu-1
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81 | 24 | 11 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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A heavy fighter based on modification 63 of the Tupolev Tu-2 bomber. Underwent trials during 1947. However, due to problems with the engines and the advent of the jet era, the project was discontinued. Aircraft Description
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Arsenal VB 10
Arsenal VB 10
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90 | 26 | 9 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Development was started before the occupation of France. The prototype first flew in the summer of 1945. A total of 200 aircraft were ordered. However, due to the development of jet aircraft and decreasing interest in the project, only 2 prototypes and a series of 4 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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De Havilland 103 Hornet
De Havilland 103 Hornet
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119 | 51 | 12 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flew in July 1944. A total of 383 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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Grumman F7F Tigercat
Grumman F7F Tigercat
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81 | 28 | 16 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed as a heavy carrier-based fighter for the U.S. Pacific Fleet. First flew in November 1943. A total of 364 aircraft were produced. Aircraft Description
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VII
Tachikawa Ki-94-I
Tachikawa Ki-94-I
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247 | 94 | 14 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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Project for a high-speed fighter with heavy armament. A wooden mock-up was built by October 1943. However, the concept of the Ki-94-I was judged by the Japanese Army Air Force as too unconventional. The Tachikawa company was tasked to build an aircraft with a more conventional design. As a result, the Ki-94-II was created. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Northrop P-61 Black Widow
Northrop P-61 Black Widow
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420 | 147 | 17 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
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A heavy American fighter armed with powerful forward-firing and defensive weapons. Introduced at the end of World War II, this aircraft is famous for securing the last Allied air victory. Aircraft Description
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VIII
XP-58 Chain Lightning
XP-58 Chain Lightning
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408 | 156 | 21 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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Further modification of the twin-engine P-38 Lightning fighter. The only completed prototype was tested in 1944. Aircraft Description
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VIII
North American P-82B Twin Mustang
North American P-82B Twin Mustang
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105 | 39 | 10 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
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A twin-fuselage fighter on the basis of the P-51 Mustang, designed to reduce the problem of pilot fatigue on long-range missions. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe
Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe
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426 | 175 | 16 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
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The world's first jet-powered fighter to enter mass production. The start of development was delayed by the interference of German top leadership who demanded a bomber variant to be developed first. Aircraft Description
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X
Gloster Javelin
Gloster Javelin
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110 | 46 | 13 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
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All-weather interceptor, which first flew in November 1951. A total of 436 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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X
Messerschmitt Me 262 HG III
Messerschmitt Me 262 HG III
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432 | 159 | 16 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
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Blueprint of a further development of the Me 262 aircraft aimed at reaching a higher top speed. Aircraft Description
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X
XF-90
XF-90
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106 | 33 | 10 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed as an air defense penetration fighter. First flew in June 1949. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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Tomashevich Pegasus
Tomashevich Pegasus
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74 | 30 | 11 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed as a technologically simple and low-cost strike aircraft suitable for mass production. Several prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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II
Kochyerigin TSh-2
Kochyerigin TSh-2
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2 | 1 | 2 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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A heavily armored attack aircraft designed to support the troops and armored vehicles of the Red Army. Never saw mass production. Aircraft Description
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Henschel Hs 123
Henschel Hs 123
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15 | 7 | 7 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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First flew in May 1935. Successfully used for close air support during the Spanish Civil War and World War II. A total of about 260 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Kochyerigin BSh-1
Kochyerigin BSh-1
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833 | 429 | 9 | 25 | ||||||||||||||||
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In 1936, the Soviet Union purchased from the U.S. a production license for the Vultee V-11 attack bomber. Redesigned as the BSh-1, it underwent trials in 1937–1939. Aircraft Description
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III
CAC CA-1 Wirraway
CAC CA-1 Wirraway
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5,084 | 2,420 | 14 | 21 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed to support ground forces. Used by the Royal Australian Air Forces in the Pacific during World War II. A total of 755 aircraft were built in 1939–1946. Aircraft Description
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III
Blohm und Voss Ha 137 V1
Blohm und Voss Ha 137 V1
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22 | 12 | 8 | 17 | ||||||||||||||||
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The initial prototype of Blohm und Voss Ha 137, first flown in April 1935. As the main difference from later modifications, it was equipped with the BMW 132 engine. Aircraft Description
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III
Blohm und Voss Ha 137
Blohm und Voss Ha 137
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33 | 15 | 7 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed in 1935–1936 in Germany to provide close air support for ground forces. Never entered service. A total of 6 prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Ilyushin BSh-2
Ilyushin BSh-2
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72 | 29 | 5 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
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Single-seat heavily armored attack aircraft. Prototype model of the IL-2, which first flew on 12 October 1940. Aircraft Description
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IV
Kochyerigin Sh (LBSh)
Kochyerigin Sh (LBSh)
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4,248 | 1,776 | 10 | 26 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed as a high-speed two-seat attack aircraft with two prototypes produced. Aircraft Description
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IV
Henschel Hs 129 А
Henschel Hs 129 А
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67 | 30 | 5 | 22 | ||||||||||||||||
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Early version of the armored Hs 129 attack aircraft fitted with Argus engines. A small series of aircraft was used mainly for pilot training. Aircraft Description
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IV
Focke-Wulf Fw 189 C Eule
Focke-Wulf Fw 189 C Eule
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149 | 73 | 8 | 20 | ||||||||||||||||
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Armored attack aircraft based on the famous Fw 189 reconnaissance aircraft. Several prototypes underwent trials in 1939–1940. Aircraft Description
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V
IL-2 with rear gunner
IL-2 with rear gunner
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340 | 154 | 5 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||
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During frontline trials, several attempts were made to modify the IL-2 by adding a rear gunner position. Aircraft Description
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V
Junkers Ju 87 G Stuka
Junkers Ju 87 G Stuka
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15 | 8 | 4 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
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Attack modification of the iconic Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber featuring enhanced armament and armor. Aircraft Description
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V
Junkers Ju 87 D-5 Stuka
Junkers Ju 87 D-5 Stuka
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123 | 50 | 6 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
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The famous Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber, capable of carrying a 1,000 kg bomb. Aircraft Description
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V
Ilyushin IL-2
Ilyushin IL-2
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64 | 28 | 3 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
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This well-armored attack aircraft became a legend of the Soviet Air Force. Early models of the IL-2 lacked a rear gunner. Aircraft Description
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VI
Ilyushin IL-2 two-seat
Ilyushin IL-2 two-seat
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3,608 | 1,720 | 6 | 29 | ||||||||||||||||
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A later version of the IL-2, configured with a rear gunner. Became the most widely produced attack aircraft of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Ilyushin IL-8
Ilyushin IL-8
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604 | 312 | 6 | 23 | ||||||||||||||||
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A drastic modification of the IL-2 attack aircraft, it had much heavier armor to increase durability. Bomb capacity was also increased. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Me 265
Messerschmitt Me 265
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65 | 32 | 7 | 19 | ||||||||||||||||
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A tailless design for a multirole attack aircraft. Development began in 1942 but was never completed. Aircraft Description
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Ilyushin IL-10
Ilyushin IL-10
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6,159 | 3,035 | 7 | 32 | ||||||||||||||||
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A drastic modification of the IL-2 developed in 1944. Used in the final stages of World War II and during the Korean War. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Ilyushin IL-10M
Ilyushin IL-10M
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209 | 88 | 7 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||
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A modification of the IL-10 featuring greater firepower and improved handling, the IL-10M went into mass production. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Messerschmitt Me 329
Messerschmitt Me 329
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89 | 34 | 5 | 23 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed simultaneously with the Me 265 as a new multirole attack aircraft for the Luftwaffe. Never entered mass production. Aircraft Description
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IX
Ilyushin IL-40
Ilyushin IL-40
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4 | 2 | 2 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
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Heavily armed and armored high-speed attack aircraft with tandem seating. Developed in 1953–1956. Aircraft Description
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X
Messerschmitt Me P.1102 B
Messerschmitt Me P.1102 B
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9,813 | 4,836 | 10 | 40 | ||||||||||||||||
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Preliminary design for a heavy multirole jet aircraft. Never went past the initial concept phase. Aircraft Description
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X
Ilyushin IL-40P
Ilyushin IL-40P
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6,645 | 3,351 | 13 | 38 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed on the basis of the IL-40 with major construction faults corrected. A total of 7 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Potez 540
Potez 540
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75 | 33 | 3 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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A French air cruiser of the first half of the 1930s. Was called up to perform a wide range of missions: from reconnaissance to strikes on enemy positions. Proved successful in the early stages of the Spanish Civil War. By the beginning of active hostilities against Germany, the planes were considered obsolete and removed from combat units. Aircraft Description
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III
Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV (early mod.)
Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV (early mod.)
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69 | 43 | 3 | 17 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed by the Bristol company as Type 149. Featured a lengthened nose, which provided more comfortable conditions for a navigator. The first several Blenheim Mk.IVs inherited the defensive armament of the Blenheim Mk.I. Aircraft Description
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III
Arkhangelsky/Tupolev SB
Arkhangelsky/Tupolev SB
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9 | 8 | 1 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
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The main Soviet pre-war medium bomber. First took to the air in 1934. Extensively used in the late 1930s and in early Word War II. A total of 7,000 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Junkers Ju 86 E
Junkers Ju 86 E
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2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
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Due to problems with the diesel engines on the early Ju 86, it was decided to replace them with the radial BMW 132. The new modification—the Ju 86 E—served with the Luftwaffe until it was replaced by more advanced He 111 bombers. Aircraft Description
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IV
Arkhangelsky Ar-2
Arkhangelsky Ar-2
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158 | 58 | 1 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
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A drastic modification of the SB bomber built with the aim of improving its combat performance. First flew in 1940. A total of about 200 aircraft were built and saw combat along with the SB. Aircraft Description
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IV
Dornier Do 17 Z
Dornier Do 17 Z
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156 | 75 | 2 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||
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The last and most advanced version of the Do 17 bomber. The prototype first took to the air in March 1938. It featured an absolutely new cockpit design, new engines, and enhanced defensive armament. A total of roughly 500 Do 17 Z aircraft in several versions were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Heinkel He 111 H-2
Heinkel He 111 H-2
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27 | 14 | 1 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||
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A modification of one of the most well-known German World War II bombers. The He 111 H-2 entered mass production in September 1939. This aircraft differed from the early Не 111 in the engines and enhanced defensive armament. Over 500 aircraft of the H-2 series were produced. Aircraft Description
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V
Boeing B-17D Flying Fortress
Boeing B-17D Flying Fortress
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110 | 45 | 3 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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The B-17D modification was developed in February 1941. Most of these bombers were sent to the U.S. air bases in the Pacific, where the beginning of the war with Japan found them. Aircraft Description
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V
Junkers Ju 88 A
Junkers Ju 88 A
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39 | 30 | 1 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
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The most mass-produced modification of the Ju 88. Mass production started in March 1939, and by 1940–1941, the Ju 88 A became the main bomber type in the Luftwaffe. The aircraft was widely used on all fronts and was also supplied to the allies of Germany. Aircraft Description
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V
Petlyakov Pe-2
Petlyakov Pe-2
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165 | 74 | 4 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||
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The main Soviet tactical bomber of World War II. The prototype first flew in December 1939. Over 11,000 Pe-2s of various modifications were built and saw extensive action throughout World War II. Aircraft Description
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VI
Petlyakov Pe-2 M-82
Petlyakov Pe-2 M-82
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283 | 107 | 4 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||
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A modification of the Pe-2 bomber equipped with new engines. The prototype was built in the fall of 1942. Due to the shortage of engines that were in great demand for developing the Lavochkin fighters, only 32 aircraft were built, but saw limited combat. Aircraft Description
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VI
Douglas A-26B Invader
Douglas A-26B Invader
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791 | 353 | 8 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
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Developed as an attack bomber to replace the Douglas A-20 Havoc serving the U.S. Air Force. The A-26B was the first aircraft in the series to enter mass production. A significant number of modifications were built based on the A-26B. Aircraft Description
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VI
Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress
Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress
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249 | 107 | 5 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||
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The most mass-produced version of the Flying Fortress with significantly enhanced defensive armament. Extensively used in the strategic bombing campaign against Germany. Aircraft Description
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VI
Dornier Do 217 M
Dornier Do 217 M
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27 | 11 | 2 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
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The Do 217 M was a variant of the mass-produced Do 217 K with the DB 603 engine instead of the BMW 801 that was in great demand for fighters. Both bomber variants were used mainly on the Western Front. Aircraft Description
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VII
Tupolev Tu-2
Tupolev Tu-2
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246 | 104 | 7 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
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The best Soviet serial tactical bomber of World War II. Most actively used in 1944-1945. The Tu-2 bombers remained in the Soviet service until the mid-1950s, and were also supplied to Poland, Bulgaria, China, Indonesia, and North Korea. Aircraft Description
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Junkers Ju 288 A
Junkers Ju 288 A
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26 | 10 | 1 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||
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It was created to replace the Ju 88 in the Luftwaffe under the Bomber B design competition. However, a number of technical problems and changes in requirements from the Ministry of Aviation (RLM) did not allow the model to be launched into production. Several pre-production prototypes were tested. Aircraft Description
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VII
Consolidated B-32 Dominator
Consolidated B-32 Dominator
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305 | 122 | 6 | 17 | ||||||||||||||||
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Designed to the same specifications as the well-known B-29 Superfortress. However, the development of the B-32 was slow due to technical issues. Saw limited action during raids on Japan before the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Boeing B-29C Superfortress
Boeing B-29C Superfortress
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1,454 | 799 | 12 | 25 | ||||||||||||||||
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One of the most iconic bombers of World War II. 5,000 re-engined B-29C were ordered. After the end of World War II, the order was canceled. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Tupolev Tu-10
Tupolev Tu-10
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207 | 86 | 7 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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The further development of the Tu-2 with a new power unit and design changes. 10 aircraft were produced, however due to the beginning of the jet era, the manufacturers decided not to put the Tu-10 into mass production. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Myasishchev RB-17
Myasishchev RB-17
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33 | 16 | 1 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||
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Project for a high-speed reconnaissance bomber. Developed in 1945–1946 with the use of the German Jumo 004 engine. Development was discontinued in early 1946 as the Myasishchev design bureau was closed. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Junkers Ju 288 C
Junkers Ju 288 C
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42 | 16 | 2 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
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The development of the Ju 288 design, equipped with new engines and enhanced defensive armament. Due to the plight on the fronts and the subsequent cancellation of the Bomber B program, only a few pre-production prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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IX
Tupolev Tu-12
Tupolev Tu-12
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100 | 37 | 2 | 11 | ||||||||||||||||
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An attempt to adapt the serial Tu-2 for jet engines. The aircraft was tested in 1947-1948. A small series of planes were built, they were used as testbed aircraft and for crew training. Aircraft Description
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IX
Junkers Ju 287
Junkers Ju 287
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195 | 135 | 1 | 19 | ||||||||||||||||
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The development of a high-speed jet bomber with a forward-swept wing was launched by the Junkers firm at the end of 1942. In August 1944, an experimental Ju 287 V1 took to the air, but only three prototypes were made before the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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X
Junkers/OKB-1 EF 131
Junkers/OKB-1 EF 131
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5,517 | 2,754 | 8 | 36 | ||||||||||||||||
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Before the capitulation of Germany in the war, the Junkers company managed to partially prepare the project documentation for the development of the Ju 287 V3 design. Further development was carried out with the participation of German designers, but already as part of the Soviet OKB-1 work. Only a single prototype was built. Aircraft Description
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X
Sukhoi Su-10
Sukhoi Su-10
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3,227 | 1,650 | 8 | 25 | ||||||||||||||||
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The first jet bomber constructed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau. It was designed in 1946-1948, several aircraft configurations were proposed. Further development of the Su-10 was discontinued during the prototype construction stage. Aircraft Description
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