"Adler": A New Foundation for the Luftwaffe

The Feldhammer CF-16A “Adler” is a single-engine multirole fighter developed under PROJEKT ADLER as Silbertal’s first primary post-crisis combat aircraft. Designed in the early 1980s, the program prioritized functional versatility, production discipline, and long-term sustainability over narrow specialization or experimental concepts.

The aircraft combines a compact airframe with a refined aerodynamic layout, providing high agility, stable handling, and a broad operational envelope. Its engine PPH-G1210A delivers a strong thrust-to-weight ratio, enabling rapid acceleration, confident climb performance, and sustained high-energy maneuvering, including steep and near-vertical climb profiles under combat load.

Feldhammer CF-16A “Adler” Doing High Altitude Vertical Climb :

Feldhammer’s structural philosophy emphasizes reliability and ease of operation. The CF-16A was engineered for serial production, predictable maintenance, and fast adaptation to different mission sets, including air superiority, interception, and precision strike. Avionics and weapon systems are integrated with modular growth in mind, allowing progressive modernization without fundamental airframe redesign.

• The “A” designation denotes the initial production standard, intended to establish a stable baseline rather than a final configuration. Within Silbertal doctrine, the CF-16A is viewed as a practical, enduring air combat platform-designed to remain relevant through incremental upgrades and sustained operational use.

Current Stock :

2000 units
+250 units every year

Specs

General

Introduction Year : 1982
Role : Multi-Role (Fighter / Naval / Attacker / Light Bomber)
Crew : 1
Operational Status (IRL Time) : Operational

Cannon

M26A "Crater"(Basically M61A1 "Vulcan")
Type : 6-barrel, 20mm (20 x 102mm) rotary cannon
Rate of Fire : 6,000 rounds per minute (maximum 7,200 rpm)
Weight : Approximately 248 lbs (112 kg) (gun only)
Length : 71.93 in (1.827 m)Muzzle Velocity: ~3,450 feet per second (1,050 m/s) with PGU-28/B round
Operation : External power (hydraulic or electric)
Effective Range : ~2,000 feet (air-to-air)
Feed System : Linkless or belted ammunition 

Airframe & Performance

Length : 47.5ft (14.5m)
Wingspan : 39.4ft (12.0m)
Height : 18.4ft (5.6m)
Wing Area (All Surfaces) : 665.7ft2 (61.8m2)
Wing Area (Main Wings) : 523.1ft2 (48.6m2)
Dry Weight : 7149.6lbs (3.243kg)
Empty Weight : 13302.7lbs (6.034kg)
Maximum Takeoff Weight : 27557.8lbs (12500kg)
Maximum Speed (ground level) : 891knot (1650kmh, 1.35mach)
Absolute Maximum Speed (10000m) : 934knot (1730kmh, 1.63mach)
Cruise Speed : 664knot (1230kmh, 1.16mach)
Service Ceiling : 90944ft (27720m)*
Climb Speed (empty) : ≈ 59055-68897ft/min (300-350m/s)
Climb Speed (Current version) : ≈ 39370-47244ft/min (200-240ms)
Climb Speed (Maximum weight) : ≈ 23622-29527ft/min (120-150ms)
T/W Ratio (empty) : ≈ 2.1-2.2
T/W Ratio (current version) : ≈ 1.42-1.47
T/W Ratio (Maximum Weight) : ≈ 1.02-1.06

Engine

Main Specs

Introduction Year : 1981
Length : 19ft (5.8m)
Height/Width : 4.43ft (1.35m)
Dry Weight : 3185.7lbs (1465kg)
Engine Model : PPH-G1210A
Engine Type : Low-Ratio Turbofan
Maximum Thrust (Without Afterburner) : 85–90 кН
Maximum Thrust (With Afterburner) : 125–130 кН

Construction Detaiis

Compressor :
Bypass-Ratio (BPR) : 0.75
Fan : 1-Stage, low PR
LPC (Booster) : 3-Stage
HPC : 9-Stages
Variable Inlet Guide Vanes
Turbine :
HPT : 1-Stage
LPT : 2-Stage
Combustion Chamber :
Type : Ring
Nozzle :
Afterburner Type : Variable Geometry Afterburner
Type : Essimymetric, Adjustable, C-D
Drive Type : Hydromechanical
Other :
Bypass-Ratio (BPR) : 0.75
Afterburner Type : Variable Geometry Afterburner
Fuel Type : JP-8

Versions (Clickable) :

Heavy Ground Attack

Heavy Air-to-air (Current)

Medium Air-to-air

Light Air-to-air

This system has been developed entirely by Feldhammer AG, any attempt to infringe upon patent will result in legal action, and possible nuclear strike. We jest, of course we wouldn't send you to kingdom come... but we will eviscerate you both legally and financially.

Credits :

@KSB24 For All Images
@elliotjuk For some base FT Code
@moistcottonbud Also for some FT Code
@mikoyanster for weapons and cannon from his Challenge