Tanks/Vehicles Suggestion: Arado 196

[SNIPRS 208]

The Arado 196 was a german seaplane in world war 2. It was powered by one 960 HP BMW 312K engine giving it a top speed of 312 Km/h. Armament consisted of two MG FF cannons and two optional 50kg bombs. There was also a position at the back for a rear gunner.

 

 

In game it could be a rank I premium aircraft with a battle rating of 2.3-2.7. This is because of the aircraft's low speed and bad maneuverability. However, it is very well armed and it could give opponents a hard time. 

 

General characteristics

• Crew: Two (pilot and observer)
• Length: 11.0 m (36 ft 1 in)
• Wingspan: 12.4 m (40 ft 0 in)
• Height: 4.45 m (14 ft 7 in)
• Wing area: 28.4 m² (306 ft²)
• Empty weight: 2,990 kg (6,592 lb)
• Max. takeoff weight: 3,720 kg (8,200 lb)
• Powerplant: 1 × BMW 132K 9-cylinder radial engine, 960 PS (706 kW, 947 hp)

Performance

• Maximum speed: 311 km/h (193 mph)
• Range: 1,080 km (670 mi)
• Service ceiling: 7,010 m (23,000 ft)
• Rate of climb: 300 m/min (980 ft/min)
• Wing loading: 98.2 kg/m² (20.1 lb/ft²)
• Power/mass: 167 W/kg (0.101 hp/lb)

Armament

• Guns:
• 1 × 7.92 mm (0.312 in) MG 15 machine gun
• 1 × 7.92 mm (0.312 in) MG 17 machine gun
• 2 × 20 mm MG FF cannons
• Bombs: 2 × 50 kg (110 lb) bombs

[leroyonly 4,310]

open for discussion but you might want to add information and specs about the plane

[Heike 1,774]

 

Arado Ar 196 (Technical Specification) Role Two-seat shipboard and coastal patrol aircraft Manufacturer Arado Maximum Speed 310 kmh (193 mph) Combat radius 1,070 km (665 miles) Ceiling 7,000 meters (23,000 feet) Weight
Empty
Maximum Takeoff
2,990 kg (6,592 lbs)
3,730 kg (8,223 lbs) Dimensions
Wingspan
Length
Height
Wing Area
12.40 meters (40 ft 8 in)
11.00 meters (36 ft 1 in)
4.45 meters (14 ft 7 in)
28.40 square meters (306 sq ft) Engines One BMW 123K nine-cylinder radial which provides 716-kW (960-hp) Armament

Two 20 mm (0.79 in) cannon in the wings
One or two 7.92 mm (0.31 in) guns in the rear cockpit and front fuselage
Two 50 kgs (110 lbs) of bombs

 

 

Source: http://www.aircraftaces.com/arado-196.htm

 

[Z3r0_ 4,128]

I'm all for adding this thing.  It's about time Germany got a seaplane.

[evil_wolf 760]

maybe more in a seaplane branch as germoney had more types of seaplanes in service

[Z3r0_ 4,128]

maybe more in a seaplane branch as germoney had more types of seaplanes in service

 

Including the biggest seaplane of the war.

[Heike 1,774]

more info

he Arado-196 was a highly successful seaplane design which served as a reconnaissance plane for the Kriegsmarine. Although most units had operated from coastal air bases, but the aircraft is best known as the catapult launched scout plane of the German navy.

Design work began in 1936 with the Reichs Air Ministry issuing a specification for a new floatplane to replace the obsolete Heinkel-50, then in service with the fleet. By the onset war, trials for the Arado-196 had just entered its completion stage. Later, history would show that the Arado-196 was destined to become one of the finest floatplane designs of the war. By wars end, several variants had been produced and it was also the last fighting floatplane to be built in Europe. The final version had upgraded armament of twin MG81 machine-guns in the rear cockpit.

Beginning with the Admiral Graf Spee, all the other German capital ships subsequently received the Arado-196, including the battlecruiser Gneisenau and the famed Bismarck. This little plane enabled the capital ships to scout ahead at distances of over a few hundred kilometers, increasing the effectiveness of the raiding party. When an Allied convoy is sighted, the convoy location and any accompanying warships is radioed back to the mother ship, which would then steam to intercept.

In addition to reconnaissance, the Arado-196 also served a multitask role, including sea-rescues, coastal patrols, inserting agents behind enemy coastal lines, and even in combat situations. With its heavy armament of two forward firing 20 mm cannons, twin 7.92mm rear machine guns and two 50-kg bombs, the Arado-196 can intercept and attack lone Allied aircraft. In 1940, two Arados managed to attack a crippled British submarine, inflicting enough damage to prevent it from submerging, and enabling the Kriegsmarine to close in for the capture. Another noteworthy mention is in 1941, when the Bismarck launched its Arado-196 to drive off a shadowing RAF Catalina.

Constructed primarily of metal framework, the Arado-196 was of modern design utilizing an enclosed cockpit and twin floats to aid in its stability. The floats were fitted with rudders and also served as extended fuel tanks and storage space for other emergency provisions. The extended fuel tanks enabled the scout plane to remain in the air for up to four hours at a time, which for scout planes was a more important factor than long range.

A nine cylinder BMW radial engine producing a high power output of 960-hp also placed the Arado-196 as the fastest in its class. Coupled with a sound airframe design, it also had the highest ceiling height compared to its British and American counterparts. This is of innumerable advantage, as a greater ceiling height enabled the crew to scout over greater distances.

The Arado-196 served in all maritime theaters of war with operations ranging from the Arctic to the Black Sea. It also served with coastal units in Norway, Denmark, Bulgaria, Finland, Romania and the Mediterranean.

The Arado-196 was built by Fokker and SNCA.

SOURCE: http://www.aircraftaces.com/arado-196.htm

[a_flying_chair 1,187]

I'm sure this was suggested before.

[TAsterisk 205]

+1 i support this suggestion because the luftwaffe needs a float plane for the "Floats"

but i do not support this to be a premium

Edited August 27, 2014 by hrezeen

[Irony_Chicken 1,135]

+1for this for floats .. not a premium tho :yes:

[TAsterisk 205]

This plane is kinda balance for its arnament and manuverabilY

[NachtJagerX 10,074]

Here's a photo of one of the 2 (IIRC) 196s left, I've seen this one in person

 

[Ulatersk 8,959]

Manuals for Ar 196:

 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/432erd8ama0h18c/Arado%20A_3%20Teil%201.pdf?dl=0

https://www.dropbox.com/s/rwd7bd2nmghgvid/Ldv%202196_Teil_8B_Arado_196_A3.pdf?dl=0

 

Book sources:

 

Warplanes of Luftwaffe, David Donald

Luftwaffe I Band 9 Fieseler 156 Storch, Arado 196, Dornier 18, Dornier 24, Messerschmitt 323, Fokker T-VIII, Gigant Waffen Arsenal 9 , Uwe Feist, Mike Dario

Hitler's Luftwaffe, Tony Woods, Bill Guston

[leroyonly 4,310]

moved to further discussion :salute:

[Z3r0_ 4,128]

moved to further discussion :salute:

 

So there might be a chance?  C'mon guys let's get them to add this to the game!

[Rautaa 5,801]

IMO the Ar 196 would have a place ingame. It's one of the few float planes with cannon armament (in addition to machine guns), so it would be more effective than the Japanese and American counterparts already ingame.

I'd really like to see this added (and being Finnish, I am of course biased on the matter). :yes:

[NectariaCoutayar 16,573]

If we ever have naval ships, the Ar196 will be important as it was their standard recon plane as well.

[Hopit 4,416]

IMO the Ar 196 would have a place ingame. It's one of the few float planes with cannon armament (in addition to machine guns), so it would be more effective than the Japanese and American counterparts already ingame.

I'd really like to see this added (and being Finnish, I am of course biased on the matter). :yes:

(Did you happen to forget A6M2-N)

[BOCCO 334]

well germany does need some float planes pls gaijin  :yes:

[Rautaa 5,801]

(Did you happen to forget A6M2-N)

 

The A6M2-N was a (highly important) float fighter. The Ar 196 was never intended as a fighter, it was a true multipurpose aircraft. The Japanese counterpart ingame would be the F1M2 Pete, and not the A6M2-N Rufe.

[ComradeSalzy 738]

I support this!

[Pontte 208]

I Support! Seal of approval!

[HyJetV 3,063]

Do want.

[HeinrichvonBerer 112]

The Arado 196 was the standart "Bordflugzeug" of the Kriegsmarine. Most major ships carried them for instance both the Bismarck and the Tirpitz had 4x Arado 196, all of the Admiral Hipper class ships had 3x Ar 196 and so on! There were folding wing versions aswell

Even though they were mainly used for recon, their official designation was "Aufklärer und U-bootjäger" (Reconnaissance plane and Submarine Hunter). These airplanes are vital for any form of air and naval combined arms!!! So heck yes we need them in the game  :salute:

Edited August 29, 2014 by HeinrichvonBerer

[Rautaa 5,801]

Even though they were mainly used for recon, their official designation was "Aufklärer und U-bootjäger" (Reconnaissance plane and Submarine Hunter). These airplanes are vital for any form of air and naval combined arms!!! So heck yes we need them in the game  :salute:

 

The Finnish special operations units (Kaukopartio) used Ar 196s as support aircraft behind enemy lines. Considering they were also reconnaissance planes, and intended for submarine hunting, it was quite the universal aircraft. :yes: