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Lockheed F-37A Super Viper+

29.8k ChiChiWerx  7.3 years ago
Auto Credit Based on mikoyanster's 6 Generation Fighter Challenge [Finish - Secret Phase]

Following the failure of the F-36, a converted F-35 drone, the USAF decided they once again needed a fighter pilot in the cockpit. The Lockheed F-37A Super Viper+ is a true 6 Gen stealth fighter featuring an AI-enabled combat computer with fully collaborative networking to allow “swarm” attacks and real-time 360 degree situational awareness, plus alloy advancements which allows nearly double the thrust (60,000 lb-class) from its Pratt & Whitney F210 thrust-vectoring turbofan as previous generation fighter engines. It also features a diverterless supersonic intake, supercruise capability (60% throttle/800 mph at 20,000’) and supermaneuvrability from fully moving flight surfaces (outer wings and tail). The AI is new tech and imperfect, so the pilot can assume control at any time. It is equipped with the latest LPI (Low Probability of Intercept) AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radar system, the Hughes AN/APG-93, an IR Search & Track (IRST) system and is armed with up to 4x AIM-130A Sledgehammer or AIM-9Z Sidewinder missiles on stealthy rails and a 20mm M61 cannon. This one depicts the lead jet of the 74th Fighter Wing, the “All Stars”, previously equipped with the F-36, which received their Super Vipers in 2035.

Controls:
VTOL – Raise Air Refueling Receptacle
A.G.1 – Position Lights
A.G.2 – Rotating Beacon
A.G.3 – Landing Lights

*There is a lot more room for fuel, I loaded only a partial fuel load to lower the wing loading since it's entered into a dogfight challenge, feel free to increase the fuel load as appropriate for whatever mission you want to fly!

Credits: Kudos to @159753 for helping me out with his awesome thrust-vectoring engine! Also used @Hellfirekoder ‘s Fine Tuner Mod, very nice.

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General Characteristics

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 0.972
  • Wing Loading 39.2lbs/ft2 (191.3kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 353.9ft2 (32.9m2)
  • Drag Points 3536

Parts

  • Number of Parts 299
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 1,429
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @LockheedMartinAerospace, nah, EMP hardening is not a 6 Gen trait. It's been around since the advent of the B-52, a nuclear bomber. The anti missile lasers haven't been fielded yet, though I will admit, that might be a feature in what eventually will be eventually considered 6 Gen aircraft. Plus, did you read the description and pick up on the collaborative networking/swarm attack capability (admittedly simulated here)? I assure you that link-enabled collaboration between formation elements is something that will happen in a 6th Generation, probably before weaponized lasers are fielded. Besides, all the guesswork on 6 Gen capes is just that--guesswork. If you disagree, I'll be curious to see what you come up with anyway!

    7.1 years ago
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    Um, 6th gen fighters have EMP, anti-missile lasers, and whatnot.

    7.1 years ago
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    151k MAHADI

    @ChiChiWerx np

    7.2 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @MAHADI Thanks! Glad you like it.

    7.2 years ago
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    151k MAHADI

    AWESOME

    7.2 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @sireier TY!

    7.2 years ago
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    The second phase of the challenge has begun. Check the results and videos of the first round!

    Check ressults here

    7.2 years ago
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    @ChiChiWerx np

    7.2 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @MemeKingIndustriesAndMegaCorporation @hopotumon thanks!

    7.2 years ago
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    Omg this is so sick.

    7.2 years ago
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    73.2k hopotumon

    that is my favorite tail...
    awesome.

    7.2 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @Bagas thank you, I am glad you appreciate it.

    7.3 years ago
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    20.5k AquaViT

    @ChiChiWerx nice build man

    7.3 years ago
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    1st Phase

    Status :: Proceed to the next phase. Ok.
    Maneuverability :: 6 points
    Aesthetics and realism :: 10 points
    Details :: 4 points
    Extra points :: 4 points

    Total :: 24 points

    7.3 years ago
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    74.3k Mumpsy

    @ChiChiWerx No problem. I may not be able to do that much longer. ;p You got some cool stuff.

    7.3 years ago
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    74.3k Mumpsy

    Great design details.

    7.3 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @Mumpsy, thanks for the Upvote and Spotlight, glad you approve!

    7.3 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @Tully2001, thanks!

    7.3 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @DestinyAviation, thanks!

    7.3 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @mikoyanster thanks, and you're welcome!

    7.3 years ago
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    Thank you very much! its very nice

    7.3 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @XxcreedexX thanks! I like how it turned out, my first fictional build in awhile.

    7.3 years ago
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    29.8k ChiChiWerx

    @159753 check this out, used your thrust vectoring engine, they work great, better than you said they would!

    7.3 years ago