Chapter 1074 The Gauls are tempted
Even to the most critical eye, what he saw was a beautiful aircraft.

The fuselage is slightly upturned with a wasp-waist curve, with symmetrical air intakes on both sides and coordinated proportions. In order to make the aircraft's appearance look more streamlined, the Orientals even filled the connection between the fuselage and the wings, making the transition look very natural, smooth and rounded.

This is a beautiful airplane, and even though stuffing would cause maintenance troubles, Mateo felt that he was willing to pay such a small price for this beauty.

Gaul Che: I thank your ancestors for eight generations.

He turned to the Eastern soldier accompanying him and said, "General, is this your latest fighter?"

Our comrade nodded and said, "Yes, my friend. For moral reasons, we cannot let you see White Bear's plane, so you might as well take a look at our own, maybe you will find something different."

After taking a closer look, Mateo seemed to have discovered something: "The rear part of this plane looks a bit like a MiG-19."

Although the changes are huge, the MiG-19's winglets and other features have all disappeared, and there are many more different details, but from the appearance and wing shape of the rear half, he can still barely tell that this aircraft is related to the MiG-19.

"Yes, you are right. This aircraft is indeed derived from the MiG-19, but it is the result of our own wisdom." When our comrade said this, his tone was full of pride.

Mateo, who was about to laugh at the other party in his heart, put aside the emotion when he thought of the "Borey" fighters on his own aircraft carrier and the seized F-8s. At least the Orientals could modify the Russians' planes to such a level that even they couldn't recognize them.

"You have done a great job!" This compliment was sincere. The other party really modified a fighter jet that can at least fly, and it was modified so beautifully!

But at this time, he didn't think the other party's modified fighter was so outstanding.

"Thank you for the compliment. Let's go and take a look." Our comrade brought Matteo and his party to this beautiful Zhan-7.

At this time, Mateo discovered that the fighter jet was equipped with two low-drag auxiliary fuel tanks and four air-to-air missiles. Judging from the warhead and size, they were infrared combat air-to-air missiles.

As an air force personnel, I am familiar with the Russians' air-to-air missiles. These four air-to-air missiles are different from any of the Russians' air-to-air missiles. It is obvious that they were developed by the other side themselves.

This made the contempt that Mateo brought from Europe disappear a little.

Even before we ourselves had done so, Mateo began to face up to this country, which had always been known for being ancient and backward.

The Gallic Rooster's first infrared air-to-air missile was Magic 3, which was still three years away from its development and 12 years away from its official service.

If Gao Zhendong were here, he would find it very interesting. In his previous life, he knew that the Gauls' magic infrared bullets were also helpful to the development of our infrared bullets. But in this life, it was completely the opposite.

However, the Gauls at this time can get the American sidewinder. They are not very interested in our air-to-air missiles. Even if the Orientals have them, how advanced can they be than the American side? It is likely that they are even more backward than the American side.

Raiden-1: What are you thinking? I'm good enough to fight.

No matter what he thought of air-to-air missiles, at least he showed great interest when he saw this fully armed fighter.

"General, what is the difference between this plane and the MiG-19?" This is what he is most curious about, but it is just curiosity.

Our comrade was very hospitable: "The biggest difference you can see is this nose and the air intake. I think you know that this will allow for better electronic equipment to be installed."

"Yes, that's obvious. What about others?" Mateo didn't think that the Orientals could have any good electronic equipment that could be installed in here. At this moment, he even felt a little sorry for this beautiful big head.

However, the other party's next words almost made him jump up.

Our comrades adhered to the principle of being open to the end and not being petty, and they did not hide anything.

"It has indeed greatly improved its performance. Its combat radius is 800 kilometers, its top speed is Mach 1.35, its service ceiling is 17600 meters, and its maximum external weight is 2 tons. It has the ability to penetrate defenses at low altitudes and high speeds. Of course, its combat radius will be greatly reduced. Moreover, this is a multi-functional fighter, and it is designed to have strong ground attack capabilities."

Our comrades' tone was full of pride. Although this warhawk was derived from the MiG-19, it crushed the MiG-19 in all aspects. Even its weakest top speed was not bad enough.

Mateo is from the Gallic Air Force. Although he does not know every detail of the MiG-19's performance, he at least knows that the MiG-19 cannot reach this level. At least the 800-kilometer combat radius and 2-ton external weight are not comparable to the Russian MiG-19.

"Combat radius? Intercept combat?" He knew a little bit about the Russians' tricks. Intercept combat could almost be said to be range/2, which was not of much value in actual air combat.

"No, it's a conventional air combat, with reserved combat fuel." Seeing his unbelievable look, our comrades were even happier.

This almost made Mateo jump up. How did they achieve such a high combat radius while increasing the ammunition load?

Since the other party clearly stated that the fuel is reserved for conventional air combat, even if the other party's standards are different from ours, there will not be a particularly large gap, which means that this aircraft has indeed achieved a larger combat radius than the Russian MiG-19.

Even when they changed the aerodynamic shape, the top speed didn't drop much! He had a rough idea of ​​the effect of the nose air intake and the side air intake on the speed.

"General, are you...are you telling the truth? Please forgive my intrusion, but this question...well, is more important." Suddenly, an idea flashed through Mateo's mind.

"We are honest and will not deceive our friends." Our comrade laughed heartily.

Mateo made a quick comparison in his mind.

"So...what is the takeoff and landing distance of this plane?"

"The takeoff run is 700 to 800 meters, and the landing run is 1000 meters."

Seeing that he looked like he had never seen the world, our comrades were actually secretly happy.

Well, the Orientals transformed this aircraft completely while retaining its basic qualities as a front-line fighter: good take-off and landing performance.

At this moment, Mateo's heart was churning like the sea in a storm.

This take-off and landing performance can be used on aircraft carriers!
The heavy carrier-based fighter F-4 that they had originally considered had a land takeoff distance of 1370 meters and a landing run of 1120 meters, but this did not affect its ability to take off and land smoothly on an aircraft carrier with the help of a catapult and arresting cable system.

The maximum take-off weight of this aircraft is about two-thirds of the 20-ton F-4, and it has a smaller land take-off and landing distance, which means that it can be used smoothly on aircraft carriers whether it is catapult take-off or arrested landing.

In his mind, he quickly compared this Oriental fighter with the F-8.

The maximum take-off weight should be two or three tons less;
Maximum combat radius, 800 km vs. 800 km;

Operating ceiling, 17600 meters versus 17000 meters;
Extreme speed, 1.35M vs. 1.7M;

Climb rate, 145m/s vs. 130m/s;

Maximum bomb load, 2 tons versus 2.3 tons;
This thing even has a larger bomb load than our own attack aircraft, the Flag!
Aside from speed, this smaller fighter is no less capable than the F-8A Crusader.

Its length is the same as that of the F-8, but its width is almost 1 meter less, which makes it tailor-made for the company's own small aircraft carrier.

It is also a multi-functional fighter. Judging from the number of its mountings, it can undertake more tasks. In addition, it has a large nose space and great potential for modification.

As for whether the radar or the missile is good, there is no need to consider it at all. These things can be replaced!

Although many details of the performance are not clear, from the main performance that can be seen, this aircraft is perfect except for its extreme speed! At least it is perfect for the Gauls.

Mateo was extremely excited. He even started to make excuses for the speed issue. The military flag couldn't fly fast anyway. It was subsonic and could match the speed.

As for the difference in interception capability caused by the low speed...it is still better than the "North Wind".

And it can be used when equipped with missiles. The important thing is that the Russians don't have aircraft carriers. As long as you don't try to be stupid and run to the Russians and start taunting them, the top speed of 1.35M is actually enough. For land interception, there is a Mirage 2 with a speed of more than 3M. I can use this plane to bully the Russians because they don't have aircraft carriers.

And as an air force personnel, Mateo knew very well that supersonic speeds were not often used in actual combat.

At the same time, it is a multi-purpose fighter that can even undertake the mission of a military flag to a certain extent.

On the whole, even though the structural weight may increase due to modifications made on an aircraft carrier, the final result is still within an acceptable range.

Judging from the business habits of Oriental people, the price is not very low, but it is not too high to be unaffordable. Generally speaking, it is a reasonable price. Whether it is buying with money or exchanging with technology, they are not greedy.

I’m moved. Very moved!
But he still suppressed his inner excitement: "Sir, can you arrange a flying show for us?"

There is no two-seater model of the Zhan-7, so it is impossible to play with it in the sky, but it should be okay to watch it from the ground, right?
Our comrades were very straightforward: “No problem, we arranged this program for you.” Since we want to show off, we will show off thoroughly.

After a burst of roar, Mateo was completely relieved. Although the performance could not go beyond the limit and many parameters could not be seen with the naked eye, he was very sure of one thing through this performance.

——This is an absolute fighter!
Possesses at least good combat performance.

(End of this chapter)