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So, I am playing in the P-38 and would like to accelerate at maximum with this plane. In its data, it says it has WEP. So I tried to find the WEP on the engine keys but was unable to find any key definition for WEP.

 

Is it the "Engine # Boost Switch" entry? If not, what is it?

 

Thank you!

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If you're using simple engine management and tech talk, just advance the throttle to 100 percent and note tech talk says 'emergency power' with a red icon.  With complex engine management, emergency power is a combination of manifold pressure and engine rpm.  Set the engine to the correct rpm, then advance the throttle until manifold pressure reads correct.  There might be a slight delay while the turbos get up to speed. 

 

Specs for emergency power manifold pressure and rpm can be found a few places including the specifications tab in the map screen and the il2 website.

Posted (edited)

I found some info for you on the il2 website.  I included the turbo speeds but they aren't important because I don't think you can control them directly.

 

Engine modes:
Cruise (unlimited time): 2600 RPM, 44 inch Hg
Combat power (up to 15 minutes): 3000 RPM, 54 inch Hg
WEP (up to 5 minutes): 3000 RPM, 60 inch Hg
 
Maximum continuous turbocharger RPM: 24000
Maximum turbocharger RPM for up to 15 minutes: 26400

 

https://il2sturmovik.com/museum/fighters/p-38j-25/

Edited by MaxPower
Posted

Thank you very much for the detailed help!

 

Issue solved as I am a lazy pilot enjoying simple engine management.

 

BlitzPig_EL
Posted

As the man said...

"Punch it Chewey!"

  • Haha 1

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