Allows you to dramatically reduce the flight speed by releasing special flaps, Official data sheet - more details about the performance, [Vehicle Profile] B-57B Canberra [Decal Included], https://wiki.warthunder.com/index.php?title=B-57B&oldid=91364, 38 mm Bulletproof glass - Armoured glass windscreen, Critical components located in front of aircraft (fuel, pilot, engine, controls), Self-sealing fuel tanks (3 in central fuselage, 1 in each wing), 8 x 12.7 mm M3 Browning machine guns, wing-mounted (300 rpg = 2,400 total), 21 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (5,250 lb total), 9 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (4,500 lb total), 13 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (6,500 lb total), 4 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 Fin M129 bombs (4,000 lb total), 8 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 Fin M129 bombs (8,000 lb total), 21 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs + 16 x HVAR rockets (5,250 lb total), 13 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 8 x HVAR rockets (6,500 lb total), 9 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs + 16 x HVAR rockets (4,500 lb total), 4 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 Fin M129 bombs + 16 x HVAR rockets (4,000 lb total), 8 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 Fin M129 bombs + 8 x HVAR rockets (8,000 lb total), Excellent offensive armament of 8 x Browning M3s, Gun convergence is problematic for offensive armament. This is a subreddit for War Thunder, a cross platform vehicular combat MMO developed by Gaijin Entertainment for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Trending Skins. Its APHEBC initial ammunition is effective at piercing enemy armour, but the next ammo modification is even better with the APHE round (BR-271K). As well as its ability to deliver massive offensive potential to targets at high speeds, it is also equipped with 8 wing-mounted 12.7 mm Browning M3 machine guns that hold a healthy 2,800 rounds of ammunition, allowing it to attack light targets with ease, but also provides air-to-air combat potential for pilots. This bomber has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. https://warthunder.fandom.com/wiki/B-57B_Canberra?oldid=20216. Placed well within Era V after its predecessor, the B-57A Canberra, with a top end BR similar to the IL-28 in both Arcade, Realistic and Simulator Battles, the B-57B focuses more on low level ground attack by comparison to its predecessors and can carry large amounts of offensive external weaponry. It was introduced in Update 1.47 "Big Guns". Sign-in to your account. But the early models of theB-17had a significant blind spot in the rear, so fighter support was required. The game is based around combined arms battles on air, land, and sea with vehicles from the Spanish Civil War … The upfront cost of a B5N2 is 20,000 . World of Tanks #4. After its impressive performances at the Farnborough airshows in the early 1950s, the United States of America were keen to acquire the record setting jet bomber to fulfil the role of fast attacker similar to their current A-26 model. As a result, for the first time since the First World War, the US Army purchased an aircraft from abroad, namely the Canberra. Capitalist world is a dirty place indeed. As such, licence production of the Canberra was given by English Electric to Martin for the B-57A. This page was last edited on 24 January 2021, at 16:22. Whilst the primary models would retire in the late 1970s towards the early 1980s, highly modified variants still continue to serve in research and development roles for NASA even today. The Canberra B (I) Mk 6 is a rank V British jet bomber with a battle rating of 8.0 (AB/RB/SB). Much like the B-57B, it retains its bomb carrying capabilities, but also features and impressive battery of armament consisting of 4 x 20 mm Hispano Mk V cannons. Luckily the two Wright Aeronautical J65 turbojet engines provide enough thrust to out-speed many fighters. The SU-57B is purely a tank hunter. War Thunder. As was mentioned manoeuvrability is the key, but be aware of pulling your nose down, because the airframe ca… But it was not just the purchase of the aircraft, it was the purchase of a license to manufacture it and so, Martin was entrusted this task. More importantly it would break the gmae on Payload, as the B52 could carry 70k lbs. Concluding the legendary US Bomber line within War Thunder, the Martin B-57B jet bomber is the US modification of the famous British aircraft that leads away from the standard gameplay found on most US heavy bombers before it. The game is based around combined arms battles on air, land, and sea with vehicles from the Spanish Civil War to today. All of this combined lead to the emergence of a highly effective interdiction aircraft that now differed greatly from its British counterpart to which it was based upon. This four-engined heavy bomber was an all-metal hero, an extremely durable aircraft that could return to the airfield with just one engine, riddled with bullets. This aircraft was introduced in Update 1.45 "Steel Generals". To report a bug or issue, please begin by first selecting your platform below and then the specific category of bug you wish to report. The Martin B-57B was a development of the licence-built version of the British Canberra B Mk 2, the B-57A. The war was already underway, and the aircraft was needed immediately. The war was already underway, and the aircraft was needed immediately. This is a subreddit for War Thunder, a cross platform vehicular combat MMO developed by Gaijin Entertainment for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. It currently sits at Tier 4 in the Japanese line. B-57B Canberra [Decal Included] The B-57B in War Thunder Concluding the legendary US Bomber line within War Thunder, the Martin B-57B jet bomber is the US modification of the famous British aircraft that leads away from the standard gameplay found on most US heavy bombers before it. Whilst a lone B-57B out in the open is an easy target for intercepting aircraft and is no match for the likes of the MiG-15 or CL-13 in combat, communication and coordination with teammates will allow pilots of this aircraft to effectively strike targets of strategic importance with precision and to devastating effect. The game is based around combined arms battles on air, land, and sea with vehicles from the Spanish Civil War to today. War Thunder. The B-17E Flying Fortressis a rank III American heavy bomber bomber with a battle rating of 5.3 (AB), 4.7 (RB), and 5.7 (SB). Play Now! War Thunder. The Nakajima B5N2 (code name «Kate»), is a Japanese medium/torpedo bomber. Another novel feature of the B model is its rotating bomb bay that can hold large stores of a variety of bombs to complement its wing-mounted payloads. The B-57B can be outfitted with the following ordnance: Unlike the B-57A model before it, the B-57B included numerous improvements and modifications to the airframe and armament that allow it to play a much more aggressive and offensive role in the battle. All Discussions Screenshots Artwork Broadcasts Videos News Guides Reviews ... Aguably it falls beyond the cutoff, much like the B57B does. All rights reserved. The Martin B-57 Canberra is an American-built, twinjet tactical bomber and reconnaissance aircraft that entered service with the United States Air Force (USAF) in 1953. Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos. America had no suitable replacements for the Invader's position and experiences in Korea had proven the value of an Interdiction attacker. See more ideas about Canberra, English electric canberra, Fighter jets. Nov 13, 2017 - Explore Timothy D Key's board "B-57 Canberra bomber", followed by 156 people on Pinterest. B-57A players will rejoice upon unlocking the B-57B, as it is an improvement in almost every way, with actual armament, better turn time, better payloads (including rockets), and a bearable max repair cost. As well as this, the B-57B also had offensive armament in the form of 8 Browning M3 machine guns with 4 in each wing, however, this was later updated to 4 x 20 mm M39 cannon. But it was not just the purchase of the aircraft, it was the purchase of a license to manufacture it and so, Martin was entrusted this task. Concluding the legendary US Bomber line within War Thunder, the Martin B-57B jet bomber is the US modification of the famous British aircraft that leads away from the standard gameplay found on most US heavy bombers before it. It was introduced in Update 1.43. This is a subreddit for War Thunder, a cross platform vehicular combat MMO developed by Gaijin Entertainment for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. The B-57A Canberra is a Rank V American jet bomber with a battle rating of 7.7 (AB/RB/SB). The game is based around combined arms battles on air, land, and sea with vehicles from the Spanish Civil War to today. Home; For friends; Tools; Forum. It is the same reason we will never see the Peacemaker, too high of a payload. Placed well within Rank V after its predecessor, the B-57A, with a top-end BR similar to the IL-28 in both Arcade, Realistic and Simulator Battles, the B-57B focuses more on low level ground attack by comparison to its predecessors and can carry large amounts of offensive external weaponry. The Canberra B (I) Mk.6 is an interdiction model of the famous bomber, thus it is more suited for aggressive ground attack/interdiction roles by comparison to the B Mk.2 or B-57A models. With its 57 mm ZIS-4 gun, and at a BR of 3.3, it can easily pierce almost any opponent in the game. War Thunder Wiki is a FANDOM Games Community. Before the advent of the B5N, Japan used the B2M and B4Y as torpedo biplanes. Zeus67 on February 27, 2015 at 4:45 pm said: Concluding the legendary USA bomber line within War Thunder, the Martin B-57B jet bomber is a licensed-built version of the famous English Electric British aircraft that leads away from the standard gameplay found on most US heavy bombers before it. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. War Thunder - First Impressions: B-57B - Realistic Battle //1.70//The B-57B, American BR 8.0 Jet bomber and the last aircraft in the bomber line. Features such as a redesigned canopy that required 2 crew rather than 3, newer engines, improved wing strength coupled with pylons for large external stores, more effective airbrakes and the Martin's reduced drag rotary bomb bay from previous test aircraft were all included into the B model. Tous Discussions Captures d'écran Artworks Diffusions Vidéos Actualités Guides Évaluations ... USs b57b for having the most versatile payload russian il28 for the biggest bomb japanese R2Y2 for being a fighter with a bomber spawn German planes for being the best, nup. This is a subreddit for War Thunder, a cross platform vehicular combat MMO developed by Gaijin Entertainment for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. with a battle rating of 8.0 (AB/RB/SB). Because of its weak armour, it is not capable of engaging too close and had to stay at a medium to long range. Concluding the legendary USA bomber line within War Thunder, the Martin B-57B jet bomber is a licensed-built version of the famous English Electric British aircraft that leads away from the standard gameplay fou… Able to mount up to 16 x 127 mm HVAR rockets on its external pylons in conjunction with heavy bomb loads, the B-57B is best suited to taking out armoured targets or naval targets such as destroyers and cruisers. It also features a HE round that can be unlocked later, but it is preferable to stick with BR-271 or BR-271K rounds as the… As a result, for the first time since the First World War, the US Army purchased an aircraft from abroad, namely the Canberra. Whilst the A model was essentially the same as the British variant, the B model had numerous improvements and changes over the A model that distinguishes it from the original Canberra design. Home. Even with the rapid pace of jet aircraft development, the B-57B continued on in service thanks to its flexibility and versatility of combat roles. Numerous payloads options and configurations existed that allowed for a multitude of possible tasks including interdiction, reconnaissance or high altitude bombing. The B-57B Canberra is a rank V American jet bomber with a battle rating of 8.0 (AB/RB/SB). Not only … The B-57B Canberra is a rank V American jet bomber This is a subreddit for War Thunder, a cross platform vehicular combat MMO developed by Gaijin Entertainment for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. B57B is pretty fun imo. The legendaryB-17American heavy bombers were rightly calledFlying Fortresses. It was introduced in Update 1.47 "Big Guns". Equally organizing squads paired with escorting fighters who can work in conjunction with B-57s or even a whole wing of attack aircraft can have a massive impact on top tier games. Maximum speed is 950 km/h for a fully upgraded variant and 902 km/h for a stock variant. However, these HMGs are fitted far on the outside of each wing making gun convergence a big issue. I am constantly reading that war thunder or armored warfare will be the killer of wot and how much better they all are even though AW for instance is yet to be released. Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example: © 2010—2021 by Gaijin Entertainment. War Thunder: Starfighters teaser 26 May 2020 Join us More than 20,000,000 gamers TWITTER More than 70,000 followers FACEBOOK More than 600,000 members INSTAGRAM Join the community! The best upcoming skins this month | See all With a maximum potential loadout of 8 x 1,000 lb bombs coupled with 8 x 127 mm HVAR rockets, the B-57B is one of the most versatile aircraft in-game at rank V. 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