I noticed that the recently added F-86E(M) features a completely new 3D model built from the ground up, rather than reusing the legacy assets seen across the existing Sabre tree.
Historically, the F-86E(M) shares virtually identical external airframe geometry with several variants already in the game (especially the F-86F series, slats, and wing configurations). The visual fidelity on the E(M), from the panel lines to the cockpit framing and textures, is a massive leap forward compared to the legacy in-game Sabres, which have remained largely untouched since their original introduction back in 2013, well over a decade ago.
Is there any plan to backport this new model, or adaptations of it, to finally refresh these 10+ year old legacy Sabres such as the F-86A, F-86F, and international variants like the CL-13 and F-40?
The Sabre is one of the most iconic aircraft represented across multiple tech trees, and updating the existing variants with this high-standard asset would bring much-needed visual consistency to the early jet tier.
Has Gaijin mentioned any ongoing initiative to update legacy Korean War-era jet models, or will the F-86E(M) remain a standalone visual exception for the foreseeable future? I would love to hear everyone’s thoughts or any official developer comments on this.