About
The Bearcat is a lightweight, carrier-capable U.S. fighter with impressive climb and speed thanks to its powerful R‑2800 radial engine. It carries four .50‑cal machine guns and is built for energetic air battles
Playstyle
A strong energy fighter: climb fast, dive in to attack, and zoom out. It can briefly dogfight but avoids draggy turns to preserve speed. Its speed and acceleration make it a threat in boom‑and‑zoom tactics
Pros and Cons
Pros
➕ Excellent climb and acceleration
➕ Great top speed for its tier
➕ Strong roll and decent turn rate (32°/s)
➕ Durable airframe — can take hits
Cons
➖ Weak armament — only four .50‑cal guns
➖ Energy bleeds rapidly in turns
Loadout Option
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Trivia
- Often praised as one of the best-handling piston fighters, outperforming even early jets
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