The Macchi(pron.: Makkee) Mc205 was one of the best fighter of the Regia Aeronautica (Italian Royal Air Force).
Basically he was a Macchi 202 fitted with the DB605A engine and 20mm cannons and entered in service in sept. 1942.
Armament was 2x12.7mm Breda machine guns in the cowling, firing throug the spinner, and 2x20mm MG151 in the wing roots.
The powerfuller engine exalted the excellent maneuverability of the airframe and added high climb capability.
I don't have the complete flight data, I can only report the followings: top speed 642 km/h @ 7200m, time to 6000 m full ammo & 100% fuel 5'30", max g-load +/- 15g, max dive speed 960 km/h.
As to the flight characteristics, I can only report what I read on many books.
I know that only true data counts, but at least it's possible to have an idea on the behaviour of this plane.
He could fly like a 109, with a better overall maneuverability: it seems he could turn with Spits and P38.
For sure all the pilots were enthusiastic about the plane, wich allowed them to fight on equal ground with every allied plane.
It was lethal below 7000m, above this limit the performances decreased.
For better informations check this site:http://members.xoom.com/iwai/
Ciao!
ps: I apologize for my bad english, it isn't my mother tongue...
v-twin
4°Stormo Caccia
[This message has been edited by v-twin (edited 11-10-1999).]
[This message has been edited by v-twin (edited 11-10-1999).]
