Finally. W-FG "Arbuz" It is a continuation of the W series of light aircraft. It is the successor to the W-37 Cutter. "FG" in the name means "Fifth Generation". The project was initially designated W-42, but later received its current designation. The plane had 2 prototypes, the first of which is available on my account. The first prototype, number 42, was cancelled by project management, citing aerodynamic deficiencies and a fuselage that was too small to accommodate the necessary systems. The next prototype, number 25, began to be developed, taking into account the shortcomings of the previous one. The aircraft received a delta wing, the function of changing the wing sweep was removed, as it was decided to replace it with advanced airbrakes. Details from number 42, such as the moving nozzle, as well as the integrated control surface (roll control using the rear wings, brakes using them), were left. To minimize aerodynamic drag, almost all weapons were placed inside the fuselage, except for the machine gun. Instead of placing just one machine gun, it was decided to place two on different wings. This solution had the following advantages: the load on the guns was distributed evenly, as a result of which repairs could be carried out half as often. Also, if one machine gun was damaged, the other one still remained functional. The fighter also had all the advantages of the 5th generation - maneuverability, stealth, radar, the ability to reach supersonic speeds without afterburners. Regarding afterburner, it is activated at 95% throttle or more. The first production fighters were delivered to the novogerman military base in the Al-Jibal Albidj desert, near the capital. The cost of one fighter is estimated at approximately 25 million dollars. The fighter is loaded with HSGM-222 air-to-ground missiles. They operate at a range of up to 20 kilometers and develop supersonic speed. The AGM-4 air-to-air missiles are capable of hitting a target at a distance of up to 15 kilomet
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 45.4ft (13.8m)
- Length 71.6ft (21.8m)
- Height 18.9ft (5.8m)
- Empty Weight 28,411lbs (12,887kg)
- Loaded Weight 52,856lbs (23,975kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 3.197
- Wing Loading 130.5lbs/ft2 (637.0kg/m2)
- Wing Area 405.1ft2 (37.6m2)
- Drag Points 7010
Parts
- Number of Parts 332
- Control Surfaces 10
- Performance Cost 1,752