PMDG NGX & Maddog X

[Bob Scott 7,721]

42 minutes ago, Pilot53 said:

Wrong, the maddog for P3D is a redesigned addon, with many new features, textures, code, systems, visuals etc.  The NGX for p3d is no different from the fsx version in terms or features, systems, visuals, etc. it is a p3d port nothing more, any changes in code were done in order for the addon to function in the p3d environment.  I have both, they are both good addons with different strengths and weaknesses.  But if I had to choose between one in 2019 it would be the maddog, it is in active development and has more modern features like advanced icing simulation, pbr, rain effects, more failures (NGX does not simulate hot starts if you introduce fuel too early), and the cockpit is the right shape and looks amazing in VR.  The are a few things wrong with the engine indications but they will be fixed in the next beta I am told.

No, the PMDG 737 wasn't massively "redesigned" like the Maddog X...OTOH, it didn't really need to be.  The last version of the Maddog definitely DID need to be--it first released without a VC at all, and the one that was later delivered was nothing short of substandard, even back in those days.  So I prefer to think of the NGX as having been designed right the first time, and not in need of a lot of changes to the UI or the modelling to work well as it made the transition, first to 32-bit P3D, then to the 64-bit platform.  To be honest, I really like the fact that my well-worn 737NGX has worked just like it always has across four different platforms now.

A lot of the new bells and whistles are, IMHO, somewhat overemphasized in these discussions.  For example, a FADEC-controlled engine like the CFM56 on a 737 NG won't give you a hot start if you select "run" too early because the computer controlling the engine's fuel control will still wait for sufficient RPM before pressurizing the fuel manifolds.  The fact that the CFM56 doesn't behave like a JT-8 is a feature, not a bug.  Someone up-thread described experiencing an engine failure on the Maddog if you overboost the engine on takeoff...IRL, you'd have to do that probably hundreds of times to induce an engine failure, and the first time you do it the engine's gonna get pulled and inspected before it flies again (probably after the chief pilot has advised you to update your resume).

Anyway, the "new" Maddog X looks to be a real improvement on the old one.  The "new" PMDG 737 in P3D is more a continuation of a long-running success story.  They're both good add-ons, and there are lots of good reasons one might prefer one over the other either way. 

Regards

[cip95 0]

Ok ok guys, it seems the topic is loosing its initial purpose!

I remake my core answer: I want to know which of these 2 aircrafts is more “realistic” (close to the real ones) mainly about AFDS, flight behaviour, performance etc if we put them on the side of the real ones.

I want to put also the PMDG 777 into this fight so tell me also about it! 

[Nyxx 6,993]

Well unless there is a rated pilot of all 3, who is anyone here qualified to tell you?

Also, you're asking about 3 completely different aircraft.

The PMDG 777 is by far the best twin long haul aircraft we can buy.

The PMDG NG even after all this time is a truly wonderfully aircraft and is perfect for short hopes. The only aircraft that is better within this class is IMO the very best aircraft for everything you describe you want its the FSL A320/A319.

Lastly, The MadDog is by far the best in class but it's an old quirky aircraft, does that appeal to you?

But if you're after the finest aircraft for the reasons you state wait for the update come from FSL for the A320/A319 (hopefully next week) and you will have the best of everything you ask.

But asking whats best 777/NG/MD-80 is an odd question. But the one that appeals to you the most is the one to go for as you really cannot go wrong.

Edited March 29, 2019 by Nyxx

[cip95 0]

15 minutes ago, Nyxx said:

Well unless there is a rated pilot of all 3, who is anyone here qualified to tell you?

Also, you're asking about 3 completely different aircraft.

The PMDG 777 is by far the best twin long haul aircraft we can buy.

The PMDG NG even after all this time is a truly wonderfully aircraft and is perfect for short hopes. The only aircraft that is better within this class is IMO the very best aircraft for everything you describe you want its the FSL A320/A319.

Lastly, The MadDog is by far the best in class but it's an old quirky aircraft, does that appeal to you?

But if you're after the finest aircraft for the reasons you state wait for the update come from FSL for the A320/A319 (hopefully next week) and you will have the best of everything you ask.

But asking whats best 777/NG/MD-80 is an odd question. But the one that appeals to you the most is the one to go for as you really cannot go wrong.

Ok... so, and a comparison between FSL A320/A319 and PMDG 777 in these terms? (I know they are different aircraft, I doesn't matter, this is not the core point).

[mpw8679 428]

43 minutes ago, cip95 said:

Ok... so, and a comparison between FSL A320/A319 and PMDG 777 in these terms? (I know they are different aircraft, I doesn't matter, this is not the core point).

Holy cow,  This is so simple.  If you want to fly an Airbus buy the FSL.  If you want a 737, 777, or 747 buy PMDG.  If you want a MD80 series buy the maddog X.  

 

Edited March 29, 2019 by mpw8679

[JLuis 409]

45 minutes ago, mpw8679 said:

Holy cow,  This is so simple.  If you want to fly an Airbus buy the FSL.  If you want a 737, 777, or 747 buy PMDG.  If you want a MD80 series buy the maddog X.  

 

If you want GA buy A2A planes.😁

[eslader 1,783]

16 minutes ago, JLuis said:

If you want GA buy A2A planes.😁

Don't forget Vertx. 😉

 

[mpw8679 428]

23 minutes ago, JLuis said:

If you want GA buy A2A planes.😁

+1

[LH340fan 54]

On 3/27/2019 at 1:58 PM, thibodba57 said:

I have a few hundred hours flying the Maddog (the real one) and I've been on the Beta team for Leonardo since before the release. There's the disclaimer.  Get the Maddog.  The feel of the aircraft is top notch, you'll be hard pressed to find a system that's not modelled.  The biggest downfall is you should purchase the TSS sound pack.  If you want a plane that will keep you busy and force you to read up on it it's definitely the way to go.  If you just want to babysit one, get the NGX.  If you want both get the iFly 73.  Pretty much the same as the NGX (yes this is true no matter what  anyone says) with cheaper price tag.

BAsiclly they are both good, but the leo maddog is UNBEATTABLE as to features/usd with its 80 eur pricetag, unlike the already old 737 that is good but costs about half more. ONe defect: engine sounds. I highly recommend the tss pack, it's only 10 bucks so nothing that will break the bank. And it just feels more lively, more... FUN. And fps are good in both too. I'd say get both, but the maddog first.

[Nyxx 6,993]

3 hours ago, cip95 said:

Ok... so, and a comparison between FSL A320/A319 and PMDG 777 in these terms? (I know they are different aircraft, I doesn't matter, this is not the core point).

FSL is the most complex moden jet airline you could buy.