F2A-2
Engine:
Cyclone R-1820-G5
Power:
Continuous: 850 HP
Take-off : 950 HP
Combat (WEP) max 5min: 1,000 HP
Armament:
• 3 x .50cal + 1 x .30cal
• Later 4 x .50cal (12.7mm)
Take-Off Speed: 140 km/h
Landing Speed: 135 km/h
Combat Engine Setting: No RPM gauge
Best Cruise: No RPM gauge
Economy Cruise: No RPM gauge
Prop Pitch Control: Manual
Mixture Control: Manual
Boost: No
Supercharger: Two-Speed
Advantages:
• Good maneuverability and handling;
• Spacious and well-organized cockpit;
• Good visibility.
Disadvantages:
• Obsolete compared to contemporary Axis planes;
• Inadequate speed and armament compared to late war planes.
• Buffalo is a decent dogfighter against most pre-1943 fighters, with the exception of the Zero. It will outturn almost any plane in a high-G instantaneous turn, however it will bleed off excessive amounts of speed in sustained turns. Your best bet against enemy fighters is to stay fast and not get involved in prolonged turning engagements, especially at low altitudes.
• Buffalo’s armament is not particularly strong but it is adequate against most planes. You will usually need at least a one-second burst at a vulnerable area to bring your target down. Just like with all machine-gun only planes, the best spot to aim for is the pilot.
• Brewster can stall rather easily if handled roughly, however when it is handled with care it can be a very tough opponent.
• Supercharger speeds need to be switched at around 3,000 meters. Best performance altitude is between 500 and 2,800 meters.
• Worst performance above 4,500 meters
• The Buffalo has very strong torque and needs constant trimming.
• The F2A-2 starts disintegrating at about 750km/h.
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