AIM-9C Sidewinder incorrect weight and model

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# Game version: 2.11.0.52

 

# Description

Now F-8E has AIM-9C as secondary weapons, and It shares mass (88kg) and model with AIM-9D. But in real life, AIM-9C is heavier than AIM-9D and has different shape.

 

According to multiple sources, AIM-9C is 3.02 m (119 inches) long and weighs about 95 kg (210 lb). In contrast, AIM-9D is 2.87 m (113 inches) long and weighs about 86 kg (189 lb).

 

Also Mk 12 Mod 2 GCG used in AIM-9C differs in overall shape from that used in AIM-9D.

 

# Steps to reproduce the issue

1. In hangar, Select AIM-9D ×2, AIM-9C ×2 loadout in secondary weapons

 

# Affected vehicles

• F-8E

 

# Files

 

# Sources

• NAVORD OP 3351 Guided Missile AIM-9C, Sidewinder 1C-SAR (Formerly Guided Missile Mk 30 Mod 0) Description, Operation, and Handling dated 15 September 1966, published by Direction of Commander, Naval Ordnance Systems Command

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• NAVAIR 01-45HHA-1T F-8 Tactical Manual dated 1 July 1969 (Changed 15 June 1970) 

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Edited November 13, 2021 by Acroute

[_David_Bowie_ 1,526]

Hi,

 

Thanks for the report.

 

I will investigate, test and get back to you shortly,

 

Cheers,

 

_David_Bowie_

[_David_Bowie_ 1,526]

Hello! 

Thank you for your interest and help improving the game, Your information has been forwarded to the Developers for their consideration.

 

If there is anything further regarding this report a Technical Moderator will contact you.

 

Thank you again for your support. 

 

Kind Regards, _David_Bowie_