The Klimov M-105 was a V12 liquid-cooled piston aircraft engine used by Soviet aircraft during World War II. [1] The M-105, designed in 1940, drew heavily on Klimov's experience with the Hispano-Suiza 12Y (license-built as the M-100).

The Yakovlev Yak-3 (Russian: Яковлев Як-3) is a single-engine, single-seat World War II Soviet fighter. Robust and easy to maintain, it was much liked by both pilots and ground crew. [2]

Sep 11, 2015 · Constructed under the supervision of lead designer Vladimir Klimov, the VK-105 was a liquid-cooled, V-12 engine with provisions for firing a cannon through the propeller hub. With its 5.83 in (148 mm) bore and 6.69 in (170 mm) stroke, the engine had a total displacement of 2,142 cu in (35.1 L).

A further development of the Yak 1M airframe and powered by the M-105 PF engine VISh-105 SV propeller combination, the Yak 3 was the smallest and lightest combat fighter to see large scale production and use during World War II.

The fastest Yak-3 variant, powered by the VK-108 engine, initially flew on December 9, 1944, reaching 745 km/h. Introduced in the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27, the Yak-3 has an excellent combination of speed, manoeuvrability, and firepower.

May 19, 2019 · The Yak 3 is one of a range of important Soviet aircraft emanating from the Design Bureau of Aleksandr Sergeyevich Yakovlev, the design of the Yak 3 commencing in 1941 based around the new VK-107 VEE-twelve engine, design parameters including least possible drag, smallest dimensions, and weight consistent with a manoeuvrable and tough fighting ...

The Yak-3, a high-performance Soviet WWII fighter, renowned for its agility, lightweight design, and robust Klimov VK-105 engine.

The Yak-3 was the smallest and lightest fighter on the Eastern Front. Its speed and manueuver-ability more than compensated for its light armor and armament. It boasted a clean, high-visibility canopy. Some who flew it preferred the Yak-3 to either the US P-51 Mustang or British Spitfire. The Yak-3 had a short but distinguished combat record.

Nov 9, 2009 · Here is a preliminary performance comparison between the various fighters of the Yakovlev family. I have restricted myself to the most typical ones with M-105P, M-105PF and M-105PF engines. One reason for that is lack of data - anything on other engines used in the Yaks and even on these three engines would be welcome!

A Yak-9T with the Klimov VK-105PF2 engine and numerous aerodynamic and structural improvements introduced with the Yak-3. The main visual difference from the Yak-9T was in the oil coolers in the wing roots, like on the Yak-3, and in …