I would like to discuss an important issue with the Yak-28B in the latest test server. The aircraft currently faces the following situation:
- Current Status: The Yak-28B in-game was originally equipped with CCIP (Continuously Computed Impact Point) function
- Test Server Changes: Gaijin has removed the CCIP function
- Historical Fact: According to authoritative historical sources, the Yak-28B should possess CCRP (Continuously Computed Release Point) function
- Problem: After removing CCIP, the historically accurate CCRP function was not added, severely compromising the aircraft’s bombing capability
Historical Evidence Support
Primary Source Materials
I have consulted two authoritative aviation history books and found crucial evidence:
1. “Yakovlev Yak-25/-26/-27/-28: Yakovlev’s Tactical Twinjets”
- Author: Yefim Gordon
- Publisher: Aerofax
2. “Ilyushin Il-28 Beagle: Light Attack Bomber”
- Authors: Yefim Gordon and Dmitriy Komissarov
Key Technical Evidence
Detailed Functions of the RPB-3 Radar System
Through careful analysis of the technical descriptions in historical sources, the RPB-3 radar system possesses the following key capabilities:
RPB-3 Function Description from Il-28N Sources:
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“ground-mapping radar was replaced by an RBP-3 unit (radiolokatsionniy pritsel)” - clearly states that RBP-3 is a radar sighting system
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The system can provide “way-points,ground speed and aircraft position”
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Provides precise navigation and bombing calculation capabilities
Confirmation from Yak-28B Sources:
- Equipped with “RBP-3 ground mapping/bomb-aiming radar” (RPB-3 ground mapping/bomb-aiming radar)
- The system is clearly defined as “bomb-aiming radar” (bomb-aiming radar)
- This indicates that RPB-3 not only has ground mapping functions, but more importantly, possesses dedicated bombing aiming calculation capabilities
Why This Proves the Necessity of CCRP Function
1. Clear System Definition:
- RPB-3 is clearly defined as “radiolokatsionniy pritsel” (radar sighting system)
- This term in Soviet aviation terminology specifically refers to radar systems with bomb release calculation capabilities, not simple map display radars
2. Key Parameter Provision: The literature clearly mentions that RPB-3 can provide:
- “ground speed” (ground speed)
- “aircraft position” (aircraft position)
These two parameters are the core input data for CCRP systems to perform ballistic calculations. CCRP requires:
- Precise ground speed to calculate flight time
- Accurate position information to determine relative relationship with target
- Combined with altitude, wind speed and other data to calculate optimal release timing
3. Operational Purpose Verification:
- Yak-28B was designed as a tactical bomber, with primary missions of precision strikes on ground targets
- Tactical bombing typically involves horizontal flight bombing at medium-high altitudes, which is the typical application scenario for CCRP
- With only CCIP function, it would be unable to meet the precision requirements of tactical bombing
4. Technical Development Level:
- Soviet radar bombing technology in the 1960s was quite mature
- RPB-3, as a professional bomb-aiming radar, had sufficient computational capability to support CCRP function
- Contemporary Soviet bombers generally equipped similar CCRP systems
Technical Analysis
Functional Differences Between CCRP vs CCIP
- CCIP (Continuously Computed Impact Point): Real-time display of bomb impact point, mainly used for dive bombing and visual aiming
- CCRP (Continuously Computed Release Point): Calculation of optimal bomb release point and timing, used for level bombing and precision strikes
Why RPB-3 Radar System Supports CCRP Function
1. Clear System Definition: RPB-3 is called “radiolokatsionniy pritsel” (radar sighting system) in the sources. This term in Soviet aviation terminology specifically refers to radar systems with bomb release calculation capabilities, not simple map display radars.
2. Key Parameter Provision: Literature clearly mentions that RPB-3 can provide:
- “ground speed” (ground speed)
- “aircraft position” (aircraft position)
These two parameters are the core input data for CCRP systems to perform ballistic calculations. CCRP needs:
- Precise ground speed to calculate flight time
- Accurate position information to determine relative relationship with target
- Combined with altitude, wind speed and other data to calculate optimal release timing
3. Operational Purpose Verification:
- Yak-28B was designed as a tactical bomber, with primary tasks of precision strikes on ground targets
- Tactical bombing typically involves level flight bombing at medium-high altitudes, which is the typical application scenario for CCRP
- If only CCIP function were available, it would be unable to meet the precision requirements of tactical bombing
4. Technical Development Level:
- Soviet radar bombing technology in the 1960s was quite mature
- RPB-3, as a professional bomb-aiming radar, had sufficient computational capability to support CCRP function
- Contemporary Soviet bombers generally equipped similar CCRP systems
Impact on Game Balance
Current Issues
- Lack of Historical Accuracy: Does not match actual equipment
- Reduced Combat Effectiveness: Lost the precision bombing capability it should have
- Questionable BR Rationality: Maintains the same battle rating without corresponding bombing capabilities
Suggested Solutions
Immediate Required Fixes:
- Add historically accurate CCRP function to Yak-28B
- Ensure bombing sight system matches RPB-3 radar’s actual capabilities
- Maintain current weapon loadout options
Conclusion and Recommendations
Based on the above authoritative historical sources, Yak-28B should rightfully possess CCRP function. The current test server configuration neither conforms to historical facts nor affects the game’s balance and authenticity.
I strongly recommend that the development team:
- Re-examine Yak-28B’s avionics configuration
- Add CCRP function based on authoritative historical sources
- Ensure in-game technical implementation matches historical facts
I hope the community and development team can take this issue seriously. Much of War Thunder’s appeal comes from its historical accuracy, and we should work together to maintain this characteristic.
reference
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