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F8F-1B Bearcat

The F‑8F‑1B is an upgraded version of the Bearcat, trading .50‑cal machine guns for four powerful 20 mm cannons and more ammo. It’s a lightweight, high-speed naval fighter with excellent climb and top speed

Playstyle

Fly it as an energy fighter: climb quickly, dive in for a burst of cannon fire, then zoom away. It can also handle one- or two-circle turn fights briefly, but it bleeds energy fast—stay fast and stay smart .

Pros and Cons

Pros
➕ Powerful 20 mm cannons with generous ammo
➕ High top speed (~710 kph) and great climb rate
➕ Strong roll and turn rates for its tier
➕ Durable “ironwork” build – can absorb hits

Cons
➖ Poor thrust-to-weight (0.4 TWR)
➖ Weak energy retention—loses speed in fights
➖ Engine overheats without MEC enabled

Loadout Option

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Trivia

-It held climb and speed records, powered by a potent R‑2800 radial engine and stripped-down airframe


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