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MiG-15bis
Mikoyan-Gurevich · USSR
While the MiG-15 first flew earlier, the 1950 "bis" variant brought a more powerful engine and improved avionics. It shocked Western forces with its climbing ability and heavy cannons.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1950 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 1,059 km/h |
| Range | 1,240 km |
| Ceiling | 15,500 m |
| Engines | 1x Klimov VK-1 turbojet |
Armament & Payload
2x 23mm NR-23 cannons; 1x 37mm N-37 cannon.