Top products from r/il2sturmovik
We found 22 product mentions on r/il2sturmovik. We ranked the 17 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Fighter Combat: Tactics and Maneuvering
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
This book (like-new, 6th printing, 1988) provides a detailed discussion of one-on-one dog-fights and multi-fighter team work tactics.
2. Alarmstart East: The German Fighter Pilot's Experience on the Eastern Front 1941-1945
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
3. A Higher Call: An Incredible True Story of Combat and Chivalry in the War-Torn Skies of World War II
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Berkley Publishing Group
4. Clear Rubber Feet Adhesive Bumper Pads -200 Pcs for Cabinet Doors,Drawers,Glass Tops,Picture Frames,Cutting Boards Self Stick Bumpers Sound Dampening -MOZOALND
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
The bumper pads are 8.5 mm in diameter and 2.5 mm in depth.Can meet most of the needs.Avoid hard surface from damaging, sound dampening for cabinet, cupboard and sliding doors, reduce noise from slamming, banging and closingThese self stick bumpers are made of rubber, no residue left when torn off, ...
5. Thrustmaster 2960778 T.16000M FCS HOTAS Controller
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
The T.16000M FCS HOTAS is compatible with PC via USB in Windows 10, 8, 7 and Vista (32-bit and 64-bit)16 action buttons with braille - style physical button identificationExclusive precision:Hall Effect accurate technology 3D (Hall Effect) magnetic sensors located on the Stick (us patent: Us08471815...
6. ThrustMaster T.16000M FCS Hotas Joystick Hall Effect Controller for PC
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
The T.16000M FCS HOTAS is composed of the T.16000M FCS (Flight Control System) flight stick and the TWCS (Thrustmaster Weapon Control System) throttle. It is compatible with PC via USB in Windows 10, 8, 7 and Vista (32-bit and 64-bit)The T.16000M FCS offers you a precision level greater than current...
7. T-Rudder Mk.IV Flight Simulator Pedals - PC Mac Linux
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Non-contact MaRS Sensor with Resolution of 0.01 Degrees12 Ball BearingsReversible Cam (Detente or No Detente)Steel Construction with Aluminum Heel PadsRubber Feet for Strong Surface Grip
8. Gladiator Joystick, Flight Simulator Controller Stick - PC Mac Linux
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Real WWII KG12 Grip ReplicaErgonomic Grip AngleSmooth Precise MovementPitch, Roll and Twist AxesSturdy Internal Structure for Long Use
9. ONEU Mini amplifier Super Bass Hi-Fi Stereo Audio Amp Booster for Car Moto Home with DC 12V 3A Power Supply, Black
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Amplifier for car audio,home audio, Pads and Phones, allows you to enjoy high-quality audio.Power 2 Channel amp: Connect with 2 bookshelf speakers at the same time.Mini Super Bass:The super bass button is very easy to use and it enhances the Bass effect to help you get the most taste from your spe...
10. Behringer iNuke NU1000 Ultra-Lightweight High-Density 1000-Watt Power Amplifier
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Delivers 2 x 500 Watts into 2 Ohms; 2 x 300 Watts into 4 Ohms; 1000 Watts into 4 Ohms (bridge mode) and weighs less than 7 lbs/3.3 kgUltimate reliability through revolutionary cool-running High-Density Class-D technology with "near-zero" thermal buildupUltra-efficient switch-mode power supply for no...
11. NEEWER 72mm IR760 Infra-Red Filter for Camera Lens with 72mm Filter Thread
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Infrared FilterMaterial: high quality optical glassSize: 72mmIR76 passes infrared rays above 76nm
12. Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick (PS3 & PC)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Wide hand-rest for optimal comfortProgrammable: the 12 buttons and 5 axles are entirely programmableDual-system aerodynamic control: by rotating handle (with integrated blocking system) or by progressive tilting leverInternal memory: to save all of your programming, even with the joystick disconnect...
13. PlayStation Eye
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Free EyeCreate download editing software, which allows users to save, edit and add cool visual effects to photos, video and audio clipsCamera and audio reception making it an integral part of the PlayStation Move motion control systemA sophisticated microphone with the ability to reduce background n...
14. Logitech Wingman Force 3D
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
If you haven't tried a force feedback game controller, you've been watching interactive movies, and missing an entire dimension of excitementThis affordable force feedback joystick lets you feel weapon recoils, explosions, and much moreThe space-saving design takes up minimal room on your desktop, w...
15. Air Combat Manoeuvres: The Technique and History of Air Fighting for Flight Simulation
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
From what I hear the T1600 is the best bang for buck Hotas
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thrustmaster-T-16000M-FCS-Hotas-PC/dp/B01H6KXGDY
I wouldn't say Rudder pedals are a must, I've been using a twisty stick for nearly a decade.
Head tracking is a must, I dont have VR but the people who I know who have VR used it for a bit then fell back to using TrackIR or something similar.
Please do not buy trackIR the camera is great but the headset is god awful.
I thourgly reccomend Track Hat pro for the head mount - https://trackhat.org/trackhat-clip-plus/
As for the camera if you google you can find alternative solutions such as using webcams and free software.
BoS is probably the best game to start with, buy it on the Il2 website as more of the money goes to the developers. The game links with steam I believe and any DLC you buy later on gets unlocked automatically. When you DL the game it downloads everything so even if you dont own it you can still see the planes in-game (AI or other players in MP). There's an added bonus that online you don't need to own the DLC to play on the map, you will be restricted to the planes you have purchased though. For example say you have BoS only, you can play online on the BoK map but you will be restricted to BoS aircraft for flying.
IMO the order you should buy the expansions:
BoBp (BodenPlatter) is coming soon but its not released, I would probably put that 2nd or top when it comes out.
Here is a spreadsheet I made with all the of the Modules for IL2, the planes, maps and cost including a list of released/unreleased content.
With sticks you definitely get what you pay for. I'm currently reviewing VIRPIL's WarBRD series (grip and stick) and its phenomenal but it costs quite a bit more.
IMHO, the best 'cheap' stick that I've used is the VKB Gladiator. https://www.amazon.com/Gladiator-Joystick-Flight-Simulator-Controller-Stick/dp/B01G6GT49O/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=VKB%2BGladiator&qid=1559305878&s=gateway&sr=8-2&th=1
Read my full review here:
https://stormbirds.blog/2016/12/11/%ef%bb%bfreview-vkb-gladiator/
The best things about the stick are that it hast just enough buttons for a WWII warbird. It has an integrated throttle. It's smooth and precise using contactless sensors typical for a higher end stick. This was my daily driver for 2 and a half years and its only $99 on Amazon.com.
small trick : use an old or cheap keyboard and get tiny rubber bumpers (stuff like this : https://www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Cabinet-Drawers-Dampening-MOZOALND/dp/B07CDCPSST/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=silicone+feet+bumpers&qid=1570516116&sr=8-10)
Put one on tactically chosen keys (one on G, one on the 5 of the numeric keypad, one on the 1, 5 and 0 of the number bar (same for the F keys), one on shift, caps-lock or tab, one on O, one on X. one on M should do the trick). The idea is to find out where your hands are and to remember what's nearby (for example, right underneath O you have the L, which is used for Lights. finding out that it's the O key is easy, as you also have one bumper above and slightly to the right of it on the 0 ). Muscle memory will help you move your hand approximately at the right place, then you feel for the tab.
Slightly slower than seeing the keyboard, but works well enough :)
So I did a little research and it's apparently a very common problem.
This amp is very pricey but a guy used it for the exact purpose and had good luck.
Too rich for my blood (saving up for VR)
edit: People are also using this one
double edit: You'd need an 110VAC to 10-20VDC converter but this is a super cheap amp that would work for a single transducer
Already a lot of good advice here, and I did see In Pursuit mentioned, so I thought I'd just help point to the source of the good theory.
The Thrustmaster 16000 stick or HOTAS (stick & throttle) seems to be a crowd favorite for a good value & performance.
https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-16000M-HOTAS-Controller-2960778/dp/B01KCHPRXA
This is what I have and I absolutely love them. Highly recommended.
T-Rudder Mk.IV Flight Simulator Pedals - PC Mac Linux https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G6GT4A8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hjtyDb13QAFQC
https://www.amazon.ca/Shturmovik-Guards-Units-World-War/dp/1846032962
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This great book here states that the soviet policy of a strike was that it was not completed until all ammunition is expended, which you can infer as multiple passes. This is what I stated in my original post. The Soviet IL-2 pilots did not leave the strike zone until after their ammunition was expended, sometimes making empty passes to keep German Infantry suppressed.
You can build your own IR headtracker for cheap (less than $50 total). You can find hardware plans here (if you don't have access to a 3d printer directly you can find people online to print it for you, or you can google around for other home built options), you can buy a PS3Eye camera on Amazon along with an IR Filter, and the OpenTrack software is free. The hardware assembly is simple enough to do with no soldering (I recommend you do solder if you know how) and the OpenTrack software is very easy to configure.
thrustmaster makes good joysticks
Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick
https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Thrustmaster+T.Flight+HOTAS&qid=1549628914&sr=8-4
While not written by a pilot, A Higher Call is based mostly on interviews with Charlie Brown and Franz Stigler. The majority of the book seemed to focus on Stigler discussing his career in 109s and later in 262s. I enjoyed it very much.
I love this book, it’s pricy on amazon but there’s a few copies for cheaper on ebay
https://www.amazon.com/Air-Combat-Manoeuvres-Technique-Simulation/dp/1903223989
Just finished, highly recommend Alarmstart East: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JJSHS43/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
Has a focus on the Luftwaffe, but provides nice background of the general experience on the Eastern Front and the way the air battle changed over the years as the Red Air Force recovered.
Not sure it'll work but this could be a jumping point:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B019MBUX40/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's just a cheap little amp that I plugged into a fair sized bass thing and strapped to my chair. Figure if it works for a home made buttkicker, it may work for the real thing.
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Guess that one in particular isn't in stock but it's nothing great, any of the little amps similar to it should work.
My stick was this one a Logitech Wingman Force 3D. I don't remember what happened to it, but the motor felt flimsy when it would kick in. Sometimes I thought I might break it.
You can get P-51 flight manuals printed online...here's one. You can most likely get these for quite a few American planes. I haven't searched too deeply for any others, but I did find a pdf of an abbreviated Finnish flight manual (in English) for Bf 109 once.
Fighter Combat: Tactics and Maneuvering https://www.amazon.com/dp/0870210599/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UC5yCbVE7KSBE
The only book for real and virtual fighters.