08.04.2010, 08:15
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I'll try to avoid details - there are many detailed articles on prop pitch and what it does - basically, each engine has an optimum performance range, depending on the RPM (rotations per minute) setting. That you control with prop pitch. I don't know if the D2D version of Il-2 comes with a manual, but even if it doesn't, check on the Internet (Google) for the best settings for each plane.
Generally, (keep in mind this isn't an accurate generalization, some planes vary) you'll want to combat at 100% RPM/Prop pitch. The blade "chews" easier through the air and you have more rotations. When diving, it's a good idea to slightly lower the setting, to avoid over-revving and damaging the entire (there's a maximum limit of RPM an engine can manage).
When cruising, most fighter run best at around 70-75% prop pitch when taking into account fuel consumption, attainable flight speed, temperature etc. Always climb at maximum rpm/prop pitch, though, even when not in combat!
If you want to consume less fuel, lower the throttle and set back prop pitch to between 50-65% (depending on the plane) - usually you'll achieve the designated "economy" mode for the given type with these settings.
As for mixture and supercharger - you'll need them as you climb. Each plane has an optimum altitude of operation, and a best supercharger stage for that altitude (most planes have 2-staged superchargers). For example, on the Soviet fighters, the M-105 engine needs to switch to 2nd stage between 2000-2500m; the M-82 between 2500-3000m. Fuel mixture, you'll need to this it (say, 60% fuel to air) as you go higher in altitude - though most engines seem to cut out after lowering more than 50%, and you'll only need such settings for very high altitudes.
This is a fault of Il-2 FM, IMHO, but if you want to achieve a more real performance, fly in combat at around 95% throttle setting and 100% prop-pitch - this way you'll be bound within the limits of what most planes on the frontline were capable of. 110%/WEP setting should be used only in extreme cases and for a few minutes during the entire flight - Il-2 is far too easy on engine damage, esp. on AI planes.
With the upcoming patch 4.10, you'll be able to assign a throttle lever to each engine independently, but unless you have more levers, you won't be able to control prop-pitch/RPM. And you need that to cruise with bombers and stabilize them before bombing. Unless you have the hardware, I advise you to stick to single engined planes until you master them. Bombers are generally easier to fly, but far harder to master and in combat, if you don't have enough peripherals (pedals, throttle etc.).
I'll try to avoid details - there are many detailed articles on prop pitch and what it does - basically, each engine has an optimum performance range, depending on the RPM (rotations per minute) setting. That you control with prop pitch. I don't know if the D2D version of Il-2 comes with a manual, but even if it doesn't, check on the Internet (Google) for the best settings for each plane.
Generally, (keep in mind this isn't an accurate generalization, some planes vary) you'll want to combat at 100% RPM/Prop pitch. The blade "chews" easier through the air and you have more rotations. When diving, it's a good idea to slightly lower the setting, to avoid over-revving and damaging the entire (there's a maximum limit of RPM an engine can manage).
When cruising, most fighter run best at around 70-75% prop pitch when taking into account fuel consumption, attainable flight speed, temperature etc. Always climb at maximum rpm/prop pitch, though, even when not in combat!
If you want to consume less fuel, lower the throttle and set back prop pitch to between 50-65% (depending on the plane) - usually you'll achieve the designated "economy" mode for the given type with these settings.
As for mixture and supercharger - you'll need them as you climb. Each plane has an optimum altitude of operation, and a best supercharger stage for that altitude (most planes have 2-staged superchargers). For example, on the Soviet fighters, the M-105 engine needs to switch to 2nd stage between 2000-2500m; the M-82 between 2500-3000m. Fuel mixture, you'll need to this it (say, 60% fuel to air) as you go higher in altitude - though most engines seem to cut out after lowering more than 50%, and you'll only need such settings for very high altitudes.
This is a fault of Il-2 FM, IMHO, but if you want to achieve a more real performance, fly in combat at around 95% throttle setting and 100% prop-pitch - this way you'll be bound within the limits of what most planes on the frontline were capable of. 110%/WEP setting should be used only in extreme cases and for a few minutes during the entire flight - Il-2 is far too easy on engine damage, esp. on AI planes.
With the upcoming patch 4.10, you'll be able to assign a throttle lever to each engine independently, but unless you have more levers, you won't be able to control prop-pitch/RPM. And you need that to cruise with bombers and stabilize them before bombing. Unless you have the hardware, I advise you to stick to single engined planes until you master them. Bombers are generally easier to fly, but far harder to master and in combat, if you don't have enough peripherals (pedals, throttle etc.).