About
The F‑16CG Block 40 is a Tier 7 US single-engine multirole fighter introduced in 1988. Upgraded for all-weather strike, it has reinforced landing gear to carry LANTIRN pods and boasts a hardened radar and radar-warning receiver for precision ground attacks
Playstyle
This jet shines as the tier’s dedicated bomber. Load up to 4×2000 lb Mk 84s with reload capability. Strike enemy bases, then disengage—its radar and RWR help avoid threats. It sports 6×AIM‑9Ms and a cannon for self-defense, but steer clear of dogfights while carrying heavy bombs
Pros and Cons
Pros
➕ High bomb payload with reloads
➕ Strong avionics and RWR
➕ Good thrust-to-weight
➕ Reliable IR missile performance
Cons
➖ Limited maneuver with bomb loads
➖ Limited countermeasure supply
➖ Weak in head-on missile exchanges
Loadout Option
Trivia
The in-game paint is based on the 421st Fighter Squadron, 388th Fighter Wing.
Real-world designation is simply F‑16C Block 40
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