About
The TBF‑1C Avenger is a US Navy torpedo bomber introduced in early 1943. It features a powerful Wright R‑2600 radial engine, a spacious internal bomb bay plus underwing pylons for torpedoes or bombs, and crewed by three: pilot, turret gunner, and ventral gunner.
Playstyle
Designed as a torpedo and level bomber, it operates best at low altitudes over water or striking naval and ground targets. Its defensive armament lets it fend off attackers, but the Avenger performs poorly in air-to-air combat. It’s most effective when flown with fighter escort or after enemy fighters are suppressed.
Pros and Cons
Pros
➕ Large payload capacity: internal fuel + torpedo or bombs + external ordnance
➕ Solid defensive armament: dorsal turret and ventral guns
➕ Good engine power supports level flight and carrying heavy payloads
Cons
➖ Very slow and sluggish in turns; easy target without escort
➖ No armor in key areas—vulnerable to anti-aircraft fire
➖ Wide wingspan makes carrier landings and handling tricky
Loadout Option
Trivia
- Crew of three—pilot, dorsal turret gunner, ventral gunner
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