It is becoming increasingly clear that the buffs players have been expecting for the J-15T—such as additional CMs, improvements to the WS-10B or PL-12A—have effectively stalled. Given the current situation, we need to seriously reconsider whether the J-15T actually belongs at BR 14.7, even if Gaijin intends to keep it there.
The key issue is the gap between 14.3 and 14.7.
In the current top tier environment, 14.7 aircraft are “super fighters.”
The capabilities of aircraft like the SM2 and Rafale speak for themselves. Even the relatively less impressive Typhoon (AESA) still holds clear advantages over most other aircraft in the game.
By contrast, 14.3 aircraft usually have a noticeable weakness somewhere. Examples include:
F-15GE and Su-30SM – relatively weaker flight performance
J-10C – limited endurance
Typhoon – weaker radar
While these aircraft can match 14.7 fighters in certain aspects, those shortcomings prevent them from truly competing on the same level.
So, is the J-15T closer to a 14.7 aircraft, or a 14.3 aircraft?
From my gameplay experience, the combat intensity between these two BR brackets is completely different.
At 14.7, the frequency and density of high-altitude BVR engagements is significantly higher than at 14.3.
In this environment, the J-15T is heavily constrained by its limited CMs. And its other performance characteristics simply do not compensate for this weakness.
Its flight performance is extremely mediocre at 14.7.
Its missile loadout may be slightly better than the Rafale or Typhoon (AESA), but the difference is not significant enough to justify the BR placement.
Because of this, the J-15T feels much closer to a 14.3 aircraft, comparable to aircraft like the F-15GE and Su-30SM. Placing it at 14.3 would also partially alleviate the issue of its very limited CMs.
Personally, I strongly oppose forcing the J-15T to remain at 14.7 while its performance issues remain unresolved.
Yes, it may eventually be moved in a future BR adjustment, or it may receive buffs later on. But players should not have to place their hopes on an uncertain future that no one can guarantee.
The J-15T currently only has performance at 14.3. As the latest Flanker in the world, what has the J-15T got? A third-generation engine with a thrust-to-weight ratio of 7.5? A radar copied from the J-10C? Or a highly limited radar warning receiver (RWR)?
Even from a purely game balance perspective, what does the J-15T have compared to the Su-30SM2? Fewer missiles, worse missile performance, an inferior engine, fewer countermeasures, and a poorer radar. What have all these sacrifices gotten us? Just MAWS! It’s utterly ridiculous.
A plane that is outclassed in every aspect by the SM2, another three-canard Flanker, is placed at the same battle rating. Why? On what grounds?
An aircraft unveiled in 2024 doesn’t even have 360° RWR? Even for balance reasons, given the huge disadvantage of only 48 countermeasures for the J-15T, isn’t it only fair to grant it 360° RWR?
The PL-12A is 16kg heavier than the PL-12 with a 40km range increase—isn’t it an obvious fact that its propulsion and performance have been significantly improved?
The J-15T cannot compete with any aircraft at 14.7 BR, yet it’s locked at the same rating. Why? Does Gaijin even play the game they made?
It should be 14.3 as it stands right now, unless they buff the pl12a motor and potentially seeker