The Spitfire can also mount 2 x 250 lb bombs for destroying ground targets. Since cannon ammunition is somewhat limited, firing the 12.7 mm machine guns alone can be a good way to visualize the lead required to shoot enemies at longer ranges.
A good convergence setting is usually between 300 and 500 m. Since all of these guns are wing-mounted, convergence should be kept in mind. They can't destroy well-armoured ground targets, but can destroy lightly armoured ground targets and open-topped vehicles. These are effective against fighters but may struggle against large planes such as heavy bombers. This plane is equipped with 2 x 20 mm cannons and 2 x 12.7 mm machine guns. Still, there are some American and German planes that can outspeed and outdive this plane (especially since it locks up and may rip at high speeds), and the unclipped Merlin Spitfires outclimb this one. Below 1500 m, it has an incredible climb rate, very good top speed and acceleration, great dive performance, and generally outmatches its opponents. This vehicle maximizes its performance at low altitudes. Thanks to a great roll rate, this Spitfire is very capable in defensive manoeuvres, and although turn rate is decreased, the boost in roll speed make this a great dogfighter as well. In addition, the clipped wings reduce lift at high altitudes, so performance is best when closer to sea level. Thankfully, it retains a good climb rate, even if it is not as high as that of the unclipped Spitfire variants. However, they reduce the plane's ability to turn, and unlike other Merlin Spitfires this one is only average in its turning ability. These give this version of the Spitfire a distinct advantage in roll rate, dive performance, and level top speed. The Spitfire F Mk XVI is quite unique with its clipped wings. Boom and Run is by far the best-recommended tactic.Ī concerned Fw 190 pilot watching the Spitfire F Mk XVI tailing him. Thus, the Spitfire F Mk XVI is not a suitable Boom & Zoom nor high-altitude fighter it works best as a low-altitude fighter-bomber that can effectively take out ground targets while providing good fighter cover. As with most of the Spitfire line, the Mk XVI possesses 2 x Hispano-Suiza Mk.II 20 mm cannons which are highly effective against most fighters, especially when utilising the "Air Targets" or "Stealth" belts. When equipped with Universal or Stealth belts they provide excellent "soft" ground target dispatching performance while proving effective at setting fires due to their high incendiary content. As a matter of fact, the two M2s provide a significant increase in firepower. Weaponry is standard, except for the 2 x Browning M2 12.7 mm HMGs that replace the standard 4 x Browning. Compared to similar Merlin Spitfires the turn rate is far worse, higher-altitude performance is abysmal, and climb performance is worse, though marginally. However, the clipped wings can provide some significant disadvantages to flying, as well. Even more, the clipped wings of the XVI provide for very good low-altitude speed and acceleration performance- this fighter climbs like a rocket and dives like a hornet below 1,500 m.
The roll rate makes evasion a very easy task- rolling manoeuvres can easily evade most tail-end attacks by any fighter in its BR range. These wings give the Mk XVI some distinct advantages- a great roll rate and amazing dive and level speed and acceleration. The main distinguishing feature of the Mk XVI is its clipped wings.
Low-altitude climb acceleration is fantastic, the climb rate is very good, and armament is extremely effective. The Mk XVI possesses all the characteristics of the LF Mk IX regarding armament and performance at low-altitude. Virtually identical to the Spitfire LF Mk IX, aside from the clipped wings and bubble cockpit, the Mk XVI combines the low-altitude capabilities of the aforementioned fighter with the fantastic roll, dive, and speed capabilities of the German Focke-Wulfe 190 series. The Spitfire F Mk XVI is a very unique plane with an awkwardly unique role and design.
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It has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. With a battle rating of 4.7 (AB) and 5.0 (RB/SB). The Spitfire F Mk XVI is a rank IV British fighter
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