The Savoia-Marchetti S.M.82 “Marsupiale” was one of the largest and most versatile multi-engine aircraft operated by the Regia Aeronautica during WWII. Although originally designed as a heavy transport and bomber, its massive payload capability makes it a prime candidate to fill the heavy bomber line for Italy at low-to-mid Battle Ratings (BR 2.3 - 2.7).
- Role in War Thunder: Heavy Strategic Bomber
- Key Features:
- Payload: Massive internal bay capable of carrying up to 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) of bombs, including various combinations of 100 kg, 250 kg, and 500 kg bombs.
- Defensive Armament: Equipped with a top dorsal turret (12.7 mm Scotti or Breda-SAFAT) and multiple 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT side/ventral machine guns, providing decent coverage against early monoplanes and biplanes.
- Gameplay Niche: A classic “flying fortress” style heavy bomber for the Italian tech tree, offering a high bomb-load capacity comparable to early German or British heavy bombers.
Technical Specifications:
- Engines: 3x Alfa Romeo 128 RC.21 radial engines (950 hp each)
- Max Speed: 347 km/h at 4,000 m
- Payload: Up to 4,000 kg of bombs
- Defensive Guns: 1x 12.7 mm Breda-SAFAT (Dorsal turret), 3x 7.7 mm Breda-SAFAT (Lateral and Ventral)