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The Yak7A is inferior to the Yak1 in max and cruise speeds, climb speed, maneuverability, max alt, load and range. The only possible improvement is a 1 point in endurance. Is this an accurate representation of the two planes? If so, why did the Soviets make the 7A?

Well from the little I have read the 7A was more flyable, durable, stable and probably cheaper than its predecessor.

The 7 series was actually a 2-seat advanced trainer based on a lengthened Yak-1 design. Due to the desperate need of modern fighters and its good flying characteristics it was quickly redesigned and adopted as fighter