About
The P‑47D‑30 “Thunderbolt” is a heavy World War II-era U.S. fighter-bomber. It’s powered by the Pratt & Whitney R‑2800 engine, carries eight .50‑cal machine guns, and can haul bombs and HVAR rockets—known for toughness, dive speed, and long-range strike ability
Playstyle
It thrives as a boom-and-zoom energy fighter. Climb to altitude, dive in using superior speed and powerful guns, then climb or zoom away. Great in ground attack thanks to heavy ordnance, but it doesn’t excel in tight turning fights
Pros and Cons
Pros
➕ Heavy firepower and large ammo reserve
➕ Strong diving capability
➕ Decent top speed and thrust-to-weight
➕ Built tough—it absorbs lots of damage
➕ Can carry bombs + rockets together
Cons
➖ Poor sustained turning performance
➖ Big, heavy profile makes it less agile
Loadout Option
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Trivia
- Nicknamed “Jug" or “Unbreakable” for its ruggedness
- P-47D-30s served with Brazil, Mexico, China, and the ROCAF in post-WWII conflicts
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