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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the first part of the description, cover the history of the ship's creation and military application. In the second part, tell the reader about using this ship in the game. Add a screenshot: if a beginner player has a hard time remembering vehicles by name, a picture will help them identify the ship in question.'' -->
-The '''Artilleriefährprahm Typ D3''' (or '''{{Specs|pseudonym}}''' for short) was a variant of the MF Typ A landing craft being converted into a makeshift gunboat after the planned invasion of Great Britain has been cancelled. Due to the makeshift conversion plans between each shipyards, each AF Typ D landing crafts were outfitted with different kinds of armaments and armouring, such as different gun layout and extra concrete coating. The Typ D3, comparing to the [[AF D1|Typ D1]], differs in its armament, to which it features a heavier 10.5 cm cannons instead of the 8.8 cm flak cannons. In total, around 700 of AF Typ D of all variants were converted, and they were used either as an auxiliary minelayer towed along by destroyers, or being used inland as a fire support gunboat.
+The '''Artilleriefährprahm Typ D3''' (or '''{{Specs|pseudonym}}''' for short) was a variant of the MF Typ A landing craft converted into a makeshift gunboat after the planned invasion of Great Britain was cancelled. Due to the makeshift conversion plans between shipyards, each AF Typ D landing craft was outfitted with different kinds of armaments and armouring, such as different gun layout and extra concrete coating. The Typ D3, compared to the [[AF D1|Typ D1]], differed in its armament, featuring heavier 10.5 cm cannons instead of the 8.8 cm Flak cannons. In total, around 700 of AF Typ D of all variants were converted, and they were used either as an auxiliary minelayer towed along by destroyers, or used inland as a fire support gunboat.
-Introduced in [[Update 1.79 "Project X"]] in the fleet closed beta test. The '''AF D3''' is essentially the [[AF D1]] equipped with a larger 105 mm cannons and slightly different AA armaments. For all intent and purposes, the AF D3 generally performs well as a fire support vessel, as the 105 mm cannons offer major firepower upgrade over the D1's 88 mm flak, since it is capable of hull-breaking various PT boats with ease, and even capable of going toe-to-toe against early destroyers. However, being originally designed as a landing craft, the AF D3 is completely lacking in mobility, and would often struggle to handle multiple enemies at once. As such, positioning and proper support is a key of success in playing this makeshift gunboat.
+Introduced in [[Update 1.79 "Project X"]] in the fleet closed beta test, the '''AF D3''' is essentially the [[AF D1]] equipped with larger 105 mm cannons and slightly different AA armaments. The AF D3 generally performs well as a fire support vessel, as the 105 mm cannons offer a major firepower upgrade over the D1's 88 mm Flak, since it is capable of hull-breaking various PT boats with ease, and even capable of going toe-to-toe against early destroyers. However, being originally designed as a landing craft, the AF D3 is completely lacking in mobility, and struggles to handle multiple enemies at once. As such, positioning and proper support is the key to success in playing this makeshift gunboat.
 == General info ==

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (abbreviated as '''{{Specs|pseudonym}}''') is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German naval ferry barge {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.79 "Project X"]] in the fleet closed beta test. It is essentially the [[AF D1]] equipped with a larger 105 mm cannons.
+The '''Artilleriefährprahm Typ D3''' (or '''{{Specs|pseudonym}}''' for short) was a variant of the MF Typ A landing craft being converted into a makeshift gunboat after the planned invasion of Great Britain has been cancelled. Due to the makeshift conversion plans between each shipyards, each AF Typ D landing crafts were outfitted with different kinds of armaments and armouring, such as different gun layout and extra concrete coating. The Typ D3, comparing to the [[AF D1|Typ D1]], differs in its armament, to which it features a heavier 10.5 cm cannons instead of the 8.8 cm flak cannons. In total, around 700 of AF Typ D of all variants were converted, and they were used either as an auxiliary minelayer towed along by destroyers, or being used inland as a fire support gunboat.
 == General info ==

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 {{main|2 cm/65 Flakvierling 38 (20 mm)|MG M38(t) (15 mm)}}
-The {{PAGENAME}} is equipped with two 20 mm Flakvierling AA guns placed at the bridge and stern each. In [[SF40 Leichte]], these guns were proven to be very deadly against most targets the {{PAGENAME}} might have to face. Due to the gun placement and two fewer gun mounts than the SF40 Leichte, it is somewhat less effective due to less concentrated firepower. However, it is relatively easier to target, as the two gun mount were placed directly frontally and in the rear (as opposed to SF 40 Leichte's diamond placement), this allows the {{PAGENAME}} to hit the target frontally with relative ease.
+The {{PAGENAME}} is equipped with two 20 mm Flakvierling AA guns placed at the bridge and stern each. On the [[SF40 Light]], these guns proved to be very effective against most targets the {{PAGENAME}} might have to face. Due to the gun placement and two fewer gun mounts than the SF40 Leichte, it is somewhat less effective due to less concentrated firepower. However, it is relatively easier to target, as the two gun mount were placed directly frontally and in the rear (as opposed to SF 40 Leichte's diamond placement), this allows the {{PAGENAME}} to hit the target frontally with relative ease.
 * '''Universal:''' {{Annotation|AP-T|Armour-piercing tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEF-T|High-explosive fragmentation tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEF|High-explosive fragmentation}}

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 {{Specs-Fleet-Primary}}
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-{{main|10.5 cm SK C/32 (105 mm)}}
+{{main|SK C/32 (105 mm)}}
 The {{PAGENAME}} has two 105 mm SK C/32 turrets as its main armament, which is a direct improvement from the 88 mm FlaK from its predecessor. It has higher explosive mass and penetration, with a fast reload time of just 4.64 seconds. The main gun can fire the following ammo types: HE (effective against most targets), HE with base fuse (effective against armoured targets), and HE-TF (for anti-aircraft purposes). The barges can carry up to 200 shells in total.
-{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
+{{:SK C/32 (105 mm)/Ammunition|10.5 cm Sprgr. L/4.4 Kpf.Z, 10.5 cm Sprgr. L/4.4 Bd.Z, 10.5 cm Sprgr. L/4.4 Zt.Z}}
 === Secondary armament ===
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 * '''20 mm APT magazines:''' {{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP-T|Armour-piercing tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEF|High-explosive fragmentation}}
-{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
+{{:2 cm/65 Flakvierling 38 (20 mm)/Ammunition|HEF-T, AP, AP-T, HEF}}
 === Anti-aircraft armament ===
 {{Specs-Fleet-AA}}
 <!-- ''An important part of the ship's armament responsible for air defence. Anti-aircraft armament is defined by the weapon chosen with the control <code>Select anti-aircraft weapons</code>. Talk about the ship's anti-air cannons and machine guns, the number of guns and their positions, their effective range, and about their overall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->
-{{main|3.7 cm SK C/30 (37 mm)}}
+{{main|SK C/30 (37 mm)}}
 A single 37 mm SK C/30 cannon is available in the anti-aircraft weapon slot for the {{PAGENAME}}.

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 Similar to the [[AF D1]], the {{PAGENAME}} excels in a fire support role. Try to stay at long ranges, where the guns and armour work good together. At close range try to angle or peeking, the downside is you will only be able to use the frontal or rear guns.
-Depending on the enemy your face, some weapons on the {{PAGENAME}} might be better than the others. Uses the 105 mm guns is preferred against enemy at long range or a large and/or well-armored vessel to deal high damage, while the 20 mm can be reserved for close-range engagements against faster and more manoverable enemy.
+Depending on the enemy your face, some weapons on the {{PAGENAME}} might be better than the others. Uses the 105 mm guns is preferred against enemy at long range or a large and/or well-armored vessel to deal high damage, while the 20 mm can be reserved for close-range engagements against faster and more manoeuvrable enemy.
 It might be tempting to do a broadside with the {{PAGENAME}}. Be advised, however, that the {{PAGENAME}}'s side armour is flat and became very weak when not angled, coupled with terrible mobility, this made you exposed to all source of incoming fire, including torpedoes.

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 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.'' -->
-''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
+* [[Wikipedia:en:Marinefährprahm|[Wikipedia] Marinefährprahm]]
+* [[Wikipedia:de:Marinefährprahm|[Wikipedia.de] Marinefährprahm]] (in German)
 {{Germany barges}}

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 Similar to the [[AF D1]], the {{PAGENAME}} excels in a fire support role. Try to stay at long ranges, where the guns and armour work good together. At close range try to angle or peeking, the downside is you will only be able to use the frontal or rear guns.
 It might be tempting to do a broadside with the {{PAGENAME}}. Be advised, however, that the {{PAGENAME}}'s side armour is flat and became very weak when not angled, coupled with terrible mobility, this made you exposed to all source of incoming fire, including torpedoes.
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 * Large, slow targets makes it very vulnerable against bombs, torpedoes, and rockets
 * In rough sea conditions, the 105 mm cannon's frontal line of fire can be obstructed by the 20 mm mounts
-* Armour, quite easy to defeat if not angled
+* While thick, the armour is quite flat, thus rendering the barge vulnerable from the boardsides
 * Angling armour only allows some guns to be used in combat
 == History ==
 <!-- ''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the ship in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the ship and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Ship-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the ship's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).'' -->
-''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the ship in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the ship and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Ship-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the ship's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).''
+[[File:Artilleriefaehrprahm Modell 1.jpg|300px|thumb|right|A 1:100 scale model of the AF Type D landing barge, International Maritime Museum, Hamburg. Note the scale model of the MF Type A landing craft at the back for comparison.]]
 == Media ==
 <!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' -->

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 |code=germ_artilleriefahrprahm_typ_d3
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 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
 * [[AF D1]]

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 <!-- ''Talk about the vehicle's armour. Note the most well-defended and most vulnerable zones, e.g. the ammo magazine. Evaluate the composition of components and assemblies responsible for movement and manoeuvrability. Evaluate the survivability of the primary and secondary armaments separately. Don't forget to mention the size of the crew, which plays an important role in fleet mechanics. Save tips on preserving survivability for the "Usage in battles" section. If necessary, use a graphical template to show the most well-protected or most vulnerable points in the armour.'' -->
-Although the armour doesn't cover the whole boat, the survivability is not that bad as it is a very long boat with lots of empty space inside for shells to go through. It is thus important that enemies with rapid-firing guns do not get too close to the {{PAGENAME}} as they can riddle the entire boat with shells and hit critical components through the armour.
+Although the armour doesn't cover the whole boat, the survivability is not that bad, as it is a very long boat with lots of empty space inside for shells to go through. It is thus important that enemies with rapid-firing guns do not get too close to the {{PAGENAME}} as they can riddle the entire boat with shells and hit critical components through the armour.
 Staying far from the enemies and attacking them with the 10.5 cm guns is the best way to improve the lifespan of the {{PAGENAME}}.
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 {{NavalMobility}}
-Like other German naval barges, the {{PAGENAME}} has an abysmal top speed of just 20 km/h (RB) and very sluggish turn time. Due to the long hull design, the {{PAGENAME}} has a trouble navigating through various narrow passages and avoiding obstacles and incoming torpedoes.
+Like other German naval barges, the {{PAGENAME}} has an abysmal top speed of just 20 km/h (RB) and very sluggish turn time. Due to the long hull design, the {{PAGENAME}} has trouble navigating through various narrow passages and avoiding obstacles and incoming torpedoes.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 {{main|10.5 cm SK C/32 (105 mm)}}
-The {{PAGENAME}} has two 105 mm SK C/32 turrets as its main armament which is a direct improvement from the 88 mm FlaK from its predecessor. It has higher explosive mass and penetration with a fast reload time of just 4.64 seconds. The main gun can fire the following ammo types: HE (effective against most targets), HE with base fuse (effective against armoured targets), and HE-TF (for anti-aircraft purposes). The barges can carry up to 200 shells in total.
+The {{PAGENAME}} has two 105 mm SK C/32 turrets as its main armament, which is a direct improvement from the 88 mm FlaK from its predecessor. It has higher explosive mass and penetration, with a fast reload time of just 4.64 seconds. The main gun can fire the following ammo types: HE (effective against most targets), HE with base fuse (effective against armoured targets), and HE-TF (for anti-aircraft purposes). The barges can carry up to 200 shells in total.
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 {{main|2 cm/65 Flakvierling 38 (20 mm)|MG M38(t) (15 mm)}}
-The {{PAGENAME}} is equipped with two 20 mm Flakvierling AA guns placed at the bridge and stern each. In [[SF40 Leichte]], these guns were proven to be very deadly against most targets the {{PAGENAME}} might have to face. Due to the gun placement and two less gun mount than the SF40 Leichte, it is somewhat less effective due to less concentrated firepower. However, it is relatively easier to target, as the two gun mount were placed directly frontally and in the rear (as opposed to SF 40 Leichte's diamond placement), this allows the {{PAGENAME}} to hit the target frontally with relative ease.
+The {{PAGENAME}} is equipped with two 20 mm Flakvierling AA guns placed at the bridge and stern each. In [[SF40 Leichte]], these guns were proven to be very deadly against most targets the {{PAGENAME}} might have to face. Due to the gun placement and two less gun mounts than the SF40 Leichte, it is somewhat less effective due to less concentrated firepower. However, it is relatively easier to target, as the two gun mount were placed directly frontally and in the rear (as opposed to SF 40 Leichte's diamond placement), this allows the {{PAGENAME}} to hit the target frontally with relative ease.
 * '''Universal:''' {{Annotation|AP-T|Armour-piercing tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEF-T|High-explosive fragmentation tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEF|High-explosive fragmentation}}
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 Similar to the [[AF D1]], the {{PAGENAME}} excels in a fire support role. Try to stay at long ranges, where the guns and armour work good together. At close range try to angle or peeking, the downside is you will only be able to use the frontal or rear guns.
-It might be tempting to do broadside with the {{PAGENAME}}. Be advised, however, that the {{PAGENAME}}'s side armour is flat and became very weak when unangled, coupled with terrible mobility, this made you exposed to all source of incoming fire, including torpedoes.
+It might be tempting to do a broadside with the {{PAGENAME}}. Be advised, however, that the {{PAGENAME}}'s side armour is flat and became very weak when not angled, coupled with terrible mobility, this made you exposed to all source of incoming fire, including torpedoes.
-Players seeking to defeat the {{PAGENAME}} will try to close in from a blind spot or when the {{PAGENAME}} is occupied with other opponents. Use the secondary armaments to deal with these fast-moving boats as the main 105 mm guns would be too slow to react to new, close-by threats.
+Players seeking to defeat the {{PAGENAME}} will try to close in from a blind spot or when the {{PAGENAME}} is occupied with other opponents. Use the secondary armaments to deal with these fast-moving boats, as the main 105 mm guns would be too slow to react to new, close-by threats.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 * Large, slow targets makes it very vulnerable against bombs, torpedoes, and rockets
 * In rough sea conditions, the 105 mm cannon's frontal line of fire can be obstructed by the 20 mm mounts
-* Armour quite easy to defeat if not angled
+* Armour, quite easy to defeat if not angled
 * Angling armour only allows some guns to be used in combat