EA-18G Growler Model Swap and AddOn
⚪ Last updated 2024Preview

🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 106 Aircraft Addon mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
EA-18G Growler
EA-18G Growler
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"What's the difference compared to other Growler vismod?"
Proper dogtooth on the leading edges and wing fences. Added CCS and SATCOM Antennas on the spine.
Features 3 different version;
- Type A - "Proper-ish Growler":
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[]Permanent ALQ-99 Jammer Pods on the aircraft
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]Permanent/Undroppable Drop Tanks on the aircraft[]Gun Port Covered (Still fires gun, but no brrtt sound or Muzzle Flash)
[]IEWS as drop tank function (Hold the weapon switch button to activate IEWS) (Due to it's drop tank replacements, it can only work when your aircraft is somewhat level)
[]AMRAAM as MSL (Still function as normal MSL, only visual changed)
[]LAGM-HCAA-QAAM
"But why?" Cause changing the drop tank function to any weapon will force the gun SFX and Muzzle Flash to play despite you not firing.
- Type B "AC-ish Growler":
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[]No Permanent ALQ-99
[]Drop Tanks (Under each wings)
[]Gun Not Covered
[]IEWS-LAGM-6AAM
- Add-On ver (Does not replace any aircraft, but add to roster);
Same as replacer version above except;
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[]Custom hangar SPW name and ammo (0 Gun Ammo for Type A on higher difficulty.)
[]Custom Capability
[]Custom Hangar description and skin description.
[]Both version use the same skins.
- Includes replacement for NPC EA-18G with their own custom skins.
New skins include:
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[]Osea - Blank Standard USN Two-Tone Ghost Grey.
[]Erusea - Blank EA-18G Soldier Skin from Ace Combat Zero.
[]Special - Blank Event Skin #01 from Ace Combat Infinity.
[]Mage - Osea, with Mage Markings.
[]Spare - Osea, with Spare Markings.
[]Strider - Osea, with Strider Markings.
[]Skin 7 - Blank ver. of Navy Centennial BuNO 166899 from VAQ-129 'Vikings'
Optional skins include:
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[]Custom NPC Enchanter for Player Skin 1-7
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]Custom NPC Erusea for Player Skin 1-7=======================================================================================
NOTE:
- []This mod is not compatible with any mod replacing the F/A-18F Block III.
[]This mod is not compatible with any vismod for the F/A-18F Block III.
[]This mod is not compatible with any weapon swap for the F/A-18F Block III.
For Add-On ver;
[]Not compatible with any Add-On mod.
[*]Not compatible with any mod to
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[]Custom NPC Enchanter for Player Skin 1-7
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[]Osea - Blank Standard USN Two-Tone Ghost Grey.
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[]Custom hangar SPW name and ammo (0 Gun Ammo for Type A on higher difficulty.)
This mod replaces the F/A-18F Block III with a customized EA-18G Growler, claiming 85% accuracy, and includes an Add-On version plus new skins. It's for DCS players who want a more authentic Growler without waiting for an official module. With 258 endorsements and recent updates, it's a popular choice.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 258 endorsements and nearly 10k downloads.
- Gives you a Growler without needing a separate module—just swap it in.
- The Add-On version is a nice touch for players who want to keep the original Hornet.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 85% accurate—some details may be off for hardcore rivet counters.
- Last updated in April 2024—might not be compatible with future DCS updates.
For DCS players who want to fly the EA-18G Growler but don't want to wait for an official module. It's also great for those who enjoy visual variety and new skins. Skip if you're a stickler for 100% accuracy or if you prefer gameplay changes over cosmetic swaps.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original F/A-18F files before replacing them, so you can revert if needed.
- If you're using the Add-On version, you'll need to know how to add aircraft to DCS—check online guides for adding modded planes.
- Test the mod in a quick mission first to ensure it loads correctly and doesn't conflict with other mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Acecombat7skiesunknown Mods
- Author
- Lanzerince
- Version
- 1.5
- Downloads
- 9,673
- Endorsements
- 258
- Category
- Aircraft Addon
- Created
- 7/30/2023
- Updated
- 4/4/2024
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