IL 2 Sturmovik Battle Of Stalingrad Target Distance

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In IL-2 Sturivosk: Battles Over Moscow and its sequel IL-2 Sturvoski: Pacific Front, pilots take control of a variety of historic aircraft from World War II. In this article we'll focus on flying the Soviet Sturmovik ground attack planes in particular - specifically, how to find enemy targets at appropriate distances for optimal damage.

The Ilyushin Il-2 was one of the most widely produced fighter-bombers ever built during WWII with over 55,000 aircraft manufactured. Nicknamed 'Black Death' by its enemies due to its heavily armoured construction and devastating firepower, it played a key role in Soviet ground support operations throughout World War II.

Targeting Enemy Forces

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As an IL-2 pilot your primary objective will be targeting enemy forces on the ground or at low altitudes. This can include tanks, trucks carrying supplies, airfields with parked planes ready for takeoff and even infantry units trying to advance across open terrain.

Finding Targets: Visual vs Radar-Guided Missions

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There are two main types of missions in IL-2 when it comes finding targets:

1. Visual: In these scenarios pilots must rely solely on their own eyesight (binoculars or sight-in view) and experience to spot enemy forces from distance before engaging them.

2. Radar-Guided: Using onboard radar systems, pilots can locate enemy aircraft at greater ranges than visual means alone would allow; however, accuracy suffers slightly once weapons are released due range & lag factors involved in targeting process.

Recommended Targeting Distances

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Here are some general guidelines for optimal target engagement distances based on the type of mission you're flying:

- Ground Targets (tanks, trucks etc.): 500m - 1000m

* Close-range engagements can result in heavy damage or destruction to enemy vehicles but also leave your own aircraft vulnerable.

* Medium-to-long range attacks allow for greater accuracy while still providing sufficient firepower against soft targets.

- Air Targets (fighters, bombers etc.): Varies depending on specific aircraft and situation

- Typically 1000m+ is considered safe distance to engage enemy planes head-on; however, factors like speed, altitude advantage & type of weapons carried by both parties involved will greatly influence success rates in dogfighting engagements.

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IL-2 Sturivosk: Battle Of Stalingrad offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for pilots looking to hone their skills against historically accurate Soviet ground attack aircraft during one of the most pivotal battles on World War II's Eastern Front. Remember always to maintain situational awareness, use cover when possible and engage targets at optimal distances in order to maximize damage dealt while minimizing losses sustained by your own forces.

References:

- 'IL2-DCG Manual'

- Wikipedia: IL-2 Sturmovik ( aircraft)

Il 2 sturmovik battle of stalingrad target distance