Redtop or Firestreak missiles in 2026?

HI

So I recently got me my Lightning F6 and im not sure which missile is eaxctly better

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Firestreak missiles may have a bit more pull, but red tops have better range and much more explosive mass. I’d really recommend red tops simply due to the range, that is usually the limiting factor.

Red tops are better in most, if not all circumstances

Overall the Firestreak turns ever so slightly tighter but its battery time is significantly shorter giving it way less range.

On the Lightning the best choice is probably the Red Top.

Adobe Express - IR rear launch

maneuverability

Redtop. Buffed with range.

I wonder if firestreak can track with any lead lmao

I’ve had a bit of success with them on the Javelin, but you do have to treat them like they are barely guided rockets