Japaninwar
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I was recently looking at specifications for the Mitsurbishi ATD-X, and it seems to me that barring some sort of design flaw, it will be a better aircraft than the F-22. Sources are confusing though, as some claim it will have a max take-off weight of 8 tons, a full 34 less than the F-22 and, it seems to me, an unrealistic number. The possible Microwave Weaponry and self repairing ability ought to give it an edge in one-on-one combat, though I don't know how the number would compare. I'm not sure whether the F-22 uses a fly-by-optics system, but if it doesn't, that's another advantage. It is slightly smaller, so the payload will be smaller, but it should be more nimble. Unfortunately there is no info on the max speed yet, but it looks like it will be pretty fast.
Anyway, I just wanted see what other people thought of it?
Anyway, I just wanted see what other people thought of it?