Ki-43-II Kai is actually a -III model?

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Originally Posted by taly001

I think team "Greybeard" made a correct Ki-43-IIB, but I don't know if they ever got TD to add it.

Many mod teams don't like DT and don't share their work with them.

I enjoy the modded version of IL2 for the vast variety of aircraft available, but I like the official version because of the vastly improved AI which was introduced in 4.13.

Originally Posted by taly001

Each improved version of Ki-43 added about 10-15kph. The Ki-43-III actually matches the late model Zero A6M5s.

I've always gotten the impression that the Ki-43 had a slightly better roll and turn rate than the Zero, but much less potential to upgrade the airframe and armament. I'm also not sure if the Ki-43 ever suffered from the problem of heavy controls at high speeds.

Those features make the Ki-43-III an unusual aircraft for a late war fighter - a vicious turn fighter, but very little punch so you have to choose your shots carefully.