"Another very important issue is the protection of the main gun. In order to ensure that our turret can still be used after being shot, we have increased the thickness of the armor on the front of the turret to 15 inches, while the thickness of the armor on the cannon seat is between 15 inches and 12 inches. Fire doors are installed at both ends of the ammunition channel. Even if it is hit, it will not cause the destruction of the ammunition depot."&1t;/p>

"After the addition of these armors, the thickness of the warship armor increased very significantly, so in some minor places we decided to weaken the defense, such as the original upper armor belt reduced to 6 inches. The artillery armor belt was directly cancelled, and we decided to use the turret secondary cannon. In this way, our defense area will be shortened a lot. The tail armor belt has also been moderately adjusted, and we decided to use dome armor to enhance the defense, while moderately weaken the side string armor."&1t;/p>

"As for the lightning protection system? We have considered the main armor belt that extends to the water of Japanese warships, but this design is a bit complicated, and the armor is too heavy, and it is also considered unnecessary. Therefore, we use a three-layer defense system with a defense depth of about 3.8 meters to 4 meters. The empty capsule-liquid capsule-empty capsule plus the last layer of lightning protection wall with a thickness of 45mm."&1t;/p>

"In terms of power system, we decided to use a small water pipe boiler. The horsepower is still maintained at a normal output of about 60,000 horsepower, and the maximum output is about 85,000 horsepower. However, after ship type optimization, our flight should theoretically pass 25 knots. Of course, you should believe that there will be no serious problems with this class of warships." Finally, Scott emphasized.&1t;/p>

Then, Scott showed the three views of the warship. Judging from the appearance, this warship seemed to be an elongated version of the Queen Elizabeth-type warship... or the appearance of the battleship Fuso after removing the No. 3 turret. The hull length is 205 meters, the maximum width is 28 meters, and the draft is about 9.2 meters. The armor defense is emphasized. At the same time, because a better full-fuel small water pipe boiler has been used, the weight of the power system has been reduced to a large extent, which is used to balance the weight of the armor. Therefore, the weight changes are not too large.&1t;/p>

In terms of weapons, the Queen's configuration was almost used, but the torpedo was cancelled, and the 12 6-inch guns on the side string were placed in 6 double-mounted turrets. Considering the possible air strikes and lightning strikes in the future, the warships were equipped with many 12-pound guns and 2-pound guns.&1t;/p>

In terms of design, this warship is still inferior to that of Bavaria, Germany and Fuso of Japan. For example, the power system does not use the alternate layout of the boiler compartment and the engine compartment, nor does it use the three-layer boiler compartment like the German warship. Although the engine compartment is divided into two compartments, it is still possible to win the big prize in one. The underwater defense system is almost enough to face torpedoes, but when facing underwater bombs, it depends on the situation...&1t;/p>

After a rough introduction, the people present made a rough judgment on this class of battleships: this is an optimized ship, which can ensure the needs of combat, and at the same time uses components similar to those on the previous queen to maximize production.&1t;/p>

That's right, the specifications of many parts on this warship are exactly the same as those on the Queen, such as four double turrets, such as turbines, rangefinders and fire control systems. Even most of the pipelines and lines are arranged according to the Queen's design. In this way, the design time can be greatly compressed and the production period can be shortened as much as possible.&1t;/p>

"Maybe there are still some unsatisfactory aspects, but I can guarantee that this first-class battleship can be completed in service within 18 months at least! This is not the strongest design, but it is definitely the best design at present! If nothing unexpected happens, our class warship will start construction of three, named the Furious, the Warrior and the Glory." Churchill then added.&1t;/p>

"In addition, I have another good news to tell you, that is, the problem of premature bombing of shells that have been plaguing us has already come to light. After the efforts of the technicians at the Vickers factory and the analysis of German duds, we believe that the biggest problem of our shells lies in two aspects. On the one hand, the current formula of explosives is not stable enough, and on the other hand, the shell fuse is not up to standard. The previous problem can be solved, and the next problem is expected to be completed within 4 months. At that time, we can also have products like the Germans and even better than German shells!"&1t;/p>

"I promise that the soldiers of the Royal Navy will no longer be at a loss because of the weapons in their hands!" Churchill is indeed a politician. His last words resonated with everyone present! Brand new warships and new shells. If these problems can be solved, then the German fleet has nothing to be afraid of!&1t;/p>

This time, the British navy's strengthening was almost all-round. In addition to new warships and new shells, the remaining warships are also preparing to undergo phased improvements. Anyway, the British also intend to give up the blockade of Germany for a long time. All warships are nested near the British coast. If they cooperate with submarines, mines and aircraft, they are not afraid of the German fleet's major events. This is the so-called lack of progress, and they have enough success, right?&1t;/p>

How to strengthen the British fleet? Naturally, it is necessary to replace shells and strengthen armor protection. It is impossible to add side string armor. The construction period is too long and the weight is too large. The most direct and effective way is to increase the dome armor. It is expected that the inclined part of the dome armor will be thickened by 1.5 inches to 2 inches, and the horizontal part will be thicker. It is easier to change the cannon shells.&1t;/p>

In history, the British completed the research of the famous "Cuckold" armor-piercing bomb in 1917. The reliable fuse and hard cover cap and adjusted charge made this armor-piercing bomb the best of all armor-piercing bombs at that time! In the simulated 15ooo-code shooting, the 36omm Krupp hardened armor was successfully penetrated, and the target used for the experiment was the Battleship Baden....&1t;/p>

In short, the results of this meeting gave the Royal Navy hope, but it was just hope. If you want the large fleet to regain your strength, it would be a long-term process. The construction of a new warship takes at least one and a half years, and the batch improvement of the warships cannot be completed in a few months. As for the seemingly easiest way to replace shells? The real technician said that he should not think about it within 6 months. After all, the reason has been found now. The key technology is still under development. After it is developed, it will take time to replace all shells!&1t;/p>

Therefore, the current choice of the large fleet can only hold it at home and slowly accumulate strength. But if you think the British cannot counter it, it would be a big mistake! Is it really a joke to be a world's top industrial power and a country with the highest technical level?&1t;/p>
Chapter completed!