Which Warbird is best? Allied Fighters in DCS World

Which of the Allied fighters is best in DCS World? In this DCS world video I compare the Allied warbirds and give my opinion and overall feeling of which is best. The answer may surprise you.

[ReflectedSimulations]

Great job, I always wanted to make a warbird buyers’ guide video but it’s just too complex there are so many aspects…Flying warbirds is one of the most rewarding things in DCS, limping home and landing on your last few gallons after getting lost, it’s not for everyone though. But whichever you buy, you cannot really go wrong.

[bukhariali]

The little I16 would give any warbird a run for the money. Fun fact: the bullet drop is minimal due to their light weight so at close range it literally fires green lasers. It flies and fights like a Tie Fighter. It’s a pain in the back to get it off the ground though.

[jagheterbanan]

Totally agree on the P-47, it’s such a well made model you can almost smell the cockpit and there’s something addictive about letting all those 50-cals rip!

[Wardog-BRA]

I consider it a shame that ED simply abandoned the old warbird modules; it simply drives away players who like the WW2 context.

[Boots]

Fabulous video, and very thoughtful and unbiased. When an ex-RAF controller tells you to get the Thunderbolt, you KNOW he has put his brain-power over his heart. Even as a Rude Colonial (read "American") there is a big warm place in my heart for the Spit. But you gotta love the Jug! Thanks!

[indianajon]

Ace video although the spit does also have a parking brake. When you first get in put your mouse over it and scroll till it reaches full right. It will then lock until you squeeze the brake again.

[SurfVR]

Id say the Mustang is THE most survivable plane on the lineup. With its speed you can dictate most fights, when to engage and disengage.

[samsmith]

There is a parking brake in the Spitfire... You have to mouseroll on the brake lever to set it.

[tinglydingle]

The best DCS Warbird pilot I know is a guy called JP122 and he's a Thunderbolt pilot for the most part. The stuff I see him do in that thing is just incredible, somehow turning that freight train of an aircraft into a ballet. It's a remarkably capable aircraft that sadly lives in the 51's shadow. Thanks for the cool video about it, although I maintain that the Mosquito is my undying favourite Warbird.

[captain_kaoss]

I flew the Spitfire exclusively in DCS for a long time but when I picked up the P-47 I haven't looked back. As you say once you've mastered the engine management its so satisfying to fly and take into combat. It also looks and sounds fantastic in DCS

[DCS_World_Japan]

Whenever I think about comparing warbirds, there's such a complex matrix of pros and cons that I find it one of those things where you just need to 2-week trial all of them and figure out which one is most enjoyable.

[troycrum]

All great, but the jug is an absolute beast when you can get into that supercharger. Once ya can get it figured out, it’ll pull you around fairly well even in mid to low altitude dogfights. For a moment or two that is, but that’s all you need it for because after that, you better have cleared the area, or have a couple of buddies on top to watch you climb back up.

[Sandboxcode]

Good to see your passion and focus on DCS Warbirds!!

[RibshackTV]

Nice vid man! I admit I'm a Spitfire addict. Just can't fly without being able to turn on a dime (without blacking out!). 🤪

[flightenvy]

Mustang was always the logical starting point. As you say a jack of all trades. But it even has automatic oil and radiator cooler, making it easier on the newcomer to manage the engine. But most of all, the TF-51 is free with the game, so its the perfect option to try before going for the armed option or any of the others

[Sinni]

Loved the video, it gives a great overview.

Would add one point to the comparison. Range.
The Spitfire lacks massively in that regard, compared to the P47/51.
After flying Wolfpack, Blue Nose Basdards (and V for Victory) and not thinking about fuel that often, I fired up Beware Beware and was looking at the fuel gauge all the time. Most mission I land on fumes in the Spitfire. Which is somewhat a nice thrill imho.

On a side note, huge shoutout to Reflected and his awesome campaigns. Man´s carrying WW2 DCS big time.

[caseyw]

One thing I would point out about the I-16. It really helps you understand how to fly. It is very difficult to take off, fly, and land. If you can do that you can fly any war bird after that.

[TheRaptorXX]

I've got all of 'em. Pretty much nailed it there TP. I (of course) mostly fly the Spitfire but the T'Bolt AND the Mustang are great to fly. The German machines are pretty self-managed overall but by GOD do they have some 'quirks'. Just the torque on the 109 is a days worth to manage, with an even narrower wheelbase than the Spitfire!!!
I AM one of those three people who own the Ishak/Rata/Whatever nom-de-plume! Now if you want complicated management then THAT'S the one to get. Jeez, even putting the gear up/down is a lesson in physics!!!

[sulajkovski]

I would say the Mustang. It is the fastest. It is the most stable platform for shooting both in dogfight and ground attack. It got the best visibility from the cockpit. It is easy to operate on the ground. Also easy take off and landing. And it got fuel for export.

[notarokescientist]

I am starting with the P-51D because of the "simple" ground handling. I expect once I have got confident with it the Spitfire will be more to my liking. The P-47 will come along later as it has my terrified with engine management. There is an official training film on YT from the era. Watch that and the P-47 will scare you off like it did me. I got enough for now just getting solid with ground handling and takeoff in what everyone says is the easiest warbird at that stage.