Get the most out of the bf109

[KDN]

the Bf 109E4 and E4B have a variable propeller pitch. It is actually animated on the prop too.

[TUSA/TX-Gunslinger]

I have great luck running my 109E3 pitch at the 11:30 position. Even where the manual recommends 12:00 (at takeoff).

If I'm cruising around trying to save gas - maybe I'll take it down to 11:15 to 11:00.

If I'm diving, I'll cut it down in the 10's but since many dives result in a corresponding climb - I find the timing of the prop pitch changes throughout the normal "down" and "up" cycle take the longest to perfect.

S!

Gunny

[Flanker]

Can you control Bf-109 mixture and supercharger?

[Blackdog_kt]

Both mixture and supercharger are automatic in the 109.

[WWWringer]

Here's a nice video discussing the differences between:

1. A fixed pitch propellor

2. A variable pitch propellor

3. A constant speed propellor

It's for a different airplane and sim but the theory discussion is excellent.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psYL7thQj6M

[Danelov]

Good video and well done. I like this game Battle of Britain II, a very good alternative.