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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet motor torpedo boat {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during [[Update 1.79 "Project X"]] when the Soviet fleet was implemented into the game.
+The '''D-3''' Motor Torpedo Boat was developed by the Soviet Navy to replace the [[G-5]] in the middle of WW2. It featured improved endurance and firepower compared to the G-5. The D-3 boasted two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns instead of one, along with the ability to carry depth charges alongside the torpedoes. Some of the D-3 boats were reported to be fitted with lend-lease [[20 mm/70 Oerlikon Mk.II (20 mm)|20 mm Oerlikon]] autocannons. In 1942, the Soviet Navy introduced an improved version of the D-3 hull, with a modified internal layout and additional engines. Subsequently, in November 1942, the sub-chaser variant of the improved D-3 hull, known as the [[OD-200]], entered production and served with the Soviet Navy until the late 1950s.
 == General info ==

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 * '''12.7 mm APIT belts:''' {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP-I|Armour-piercing incendiary}}{{-}}{{Annotation|IAI|Immediate-action incendiary}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP-I|Armour-piercing incendiary}}
-{{:DShK (12.7 mm)/Ammunition|AP-I, API-T, IAI}}
+{{:DShK (12.7 mm)/Ammunition|AP-I naval, API-T naval, IAI naval}}
 === Additional armament ===

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 Primary armament consists of two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns with one located at the bow of the ship and the other one at the centre of the ship allowing for engagement in all 360° directions. However, due to structural designs, only one gun can be pointed towards at either the bow or aft of the ship. Reloading the DShK takes about 4.7 seconds and can reliably engage targets up to 1.8 km away. With its 12.7 mm bullets, the D-3 can reliably knock out enemy vessels in the same class and maybe even larger vessels if given enough time. Available ammunition belts include the high explosive incendiary (HEI) and armour piercing incendiary tracer (APIT) rounds.
 === Additional armament ===
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 The D-3 was a class of Soviet Motor Torpedo Boats (MTBs) built during the Second World War as a replacement to the prior G-5 class. The ship was designed as an incremental improvement to the G-5, featuring improved endurance and main armament. In total, 73 D-3 class torpedo boats were produced, operating during the Second World War alongside its predecessor and successor classes, the G-5s and Pr. 123bis.
-The Soviet Navy aimed to resolve several of the G-5’s main issues with the D-3 motor torpedo boat. Namely, the G-5 had a small main armament and short range of just 354 km (220 miles). The D-3 was thus much larger than the G-5 and carried reinforced armament. The ships had a significantly longer range of 560 km (350 miles), and featured a second DShK machine gun compared to the G-5’s single DShK gun. The ships also carried two 533 mm torpedoes in open mounts, instead of the G-5’s rear trough torpedo configuration. Finally, the D-3s were designed to carry eight depth charges for anti-submarine warfare.
+The Soviet Navy aimed to resolve several of the G-5's main issues with the D-3 motor torpedo boat. Namely, the G-5 had a small main armament and short range of just 354 km (220 miles). The D-3 was thus much larger than the G-5 and carried reinforced armament. The ships had a significantly longer range of 560 km (350 miles), and featured a second DShK machine gun compared to the G-5's single DShK gun. The ships also carried two 533 mm torpedoes in open mounts, instead of the G-5's rear trough torpedo configuration. Finally, the D-3s were designed to carry eight depth charges for anti-submarine warfare.
 However, this came at the expense of speed - the initial production D-3s, powered by three gasoline engines producing 2,550 hp, were only capable of making 32 knots (59 km/h). Later versions of the D-3 remedied this problem by using lend-lease Packard engines developing a total of 3,600 hp, allowing for a top speed of 45 knots. In total, 73 D-3 class torpedo boats were built, of which 26 boats were of the original engine configuration. These ships were built between 1940 and 1941, while the remaining re-engined ships were built between 1943 and 1945. Of the 73 D-3s built, 28 ships were lost in service, the remainder serving with the Soviet navy into the 1950s.

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 {{main|DShK (12.7 mm)}}
-Primary armament consists of two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns with one located at the bow of the ship and the other one at the centre of the ship allowing for engagement in all 360° directions. However, it should be noted that due to structural designs, only one gun can be pointed towards at either the bow or aft of the ship. Reloading the DShK takes about 4.7 seconds and can reliably engage targets up to 1.8 kilometres away. With its 12.7 mm bullets, the D-3 can reliably knock out enemy vessels in the same class and maybe even larger vessels if given enough time. Available ammunition belts include the high explosive incendiary (HEI) and armour piercing incendiary tracer (APIT) rounds.
+Primary armament consists of two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns with one located at the bow of the ship and the other one at the centre of the ship allowing for engagement in all 360° directions. However, due to structural designs, only one gun can be pointed towards at either the bow or aft of the ship. Reloading the DShK takes about 4.7 seconds and can reliably engage targets up to 1.8 km away. With its 12.7 mm bullets, the D-3 can reliably knock out enemy vessels in the same class and maybe even larger vessels if given enough time. Available ammunition belts include the high explosive incendiary (HEI) and armour piercing incendiary tracer (APIT) rounds.
 === Additional armament ===
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 Once unlocked, the D-3 can carry four BB-1 depth charges located at the stern of the ship, which is also where they are dropped when deployed.
-''Remember'' that you can set the Depth Charge activation time before spawning in if you are carrying depth charges. You can select activation times from 3 to 10 seconds, but it's recommended to set it to something in the middle (5-8s), to keep your options open.
+You can set the Depth Charge activation time before spawning in if you are carrying depth charges. You can select activation times from 3 to 10 seconds, but it's recommended to set it to something in the middle (5-8s), to keep your options open.
 == Usage in battles ==
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 ** Two DShK machine guns, which are highly effective against smaller targets
 * Small and decently fast, meaning that it is relatively difficult to kill at longer ranges
-* Gets access to torpedoes, which can be used against targets that the guns cannot kill
+* Gets access to torpedoes, which can be used against targets that the guns cannot knock out
 '''Cons:'''
-* No armour at all and just 9 crew members, making it very easy to kill
+* No armour at all and just 9 crew members, making it very easy to knock out
 * Vulnerable to aircraft due to no dedicated anti-air and weak vertical guidance on its guns
 * Only one gun can operate on targets right in-front and behind the craft

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 [[File:X-RayImage StarboardView D-3.png|thumb|Profile shot of the D-3. Vulnerable areas include the engines located at the centre of the vessel.]]
-Armour is practically non-existent as the D3 is constructed entirely out of wood. All three engines are also located in the centre of the vessel making it quite easy to knock out. Crew consists of 9 men.
+Armour is practically non-existent, as the D3 is constructed entirely out of wood. All three engines are also located in the centre of the vessel, making it quite easy to knock out. Crew consists of 9 men.
 === Mobility ===
 {{Specs-Fleet-Mobility}}
 <!-- ''Write about the ship's mobility. Evaluate its power and manoeuvrability, rudder rerouting speed, stopping speed at full tilt, with its maximum forward and reverse speed.'' -->
-The D-3 can reach speeds over 80 km/h in AB and 59 km/h in RB and SB. It is swift, and also very mobile - you can make very sharp turns, due to the quick rudder rerouting speed. The reverse speeds are not bad, reaching a maximum of -28km/h. Although, you shouldn't be going backwards, because it usually takes a lot of time just to come to a stop; it's much safer to make a forwards U-turn.
+The D-3 can reach speeds over 80 km/h in AB and 59 km/h in RB and SB. It is swift, and also very mobile - you can make very sharp turns, due to the quick rudder re-routing speed. The reverse speeds are not bad, reaching a maximum of -28 km/h. Although, you shouldn't be going backwards, because it usually takes a lot of time just to come to a stop; it's much safer to make a forwards U-turn.
 {{NavalMobility}}
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 {{main|DShK (12.7 mm)}}
-Primary armament consists of two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns with one located at the bow of the ship and the other one at the centre of the ship allowing for engagement in all 360° directions. However, it should be noted that due to structural designs only one gun can be pointed towards at either the bow or aft of the ship. Reloading the DShK takes about 4.7 seconds and can reliably engage targets up to 1.8 kilometres away. With its 12.7 mm bullets, the D-3 can reliably knock out enemy vessels in the same class and maybe even larger vessels if given enough time. Available ammunition belts include the high explosive incendiary (HEI) and armour piercing incendiary tracer (APIT) rounds.
+Primary armament consists of two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns with one located at the bow of the ship and the other one at the centre of the ship allowing for engagement in all 360° directions. However, it should be noted that due to structural designs, only one gun can be pointed towards at either the bow or aft of the ship. Reloading the DShK takes about 4.7 seconds and can reliably engage targets up to 1.8 kilometres away. With its 12.7 mm bullets, the D-3 can reliably knock out enemy vessels in the same class and maybe even larger vessels if given enough time. Available ammunition belts include the high explosive incendiary (HEI) and armour piercing incendiary tracer (APIT) rounds.
 === Additional armament ===
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 {{main|53-38 (533 mm)|BB-1 depth charge}}
-The D-3 carries two, front facing, 533 mm 53-38 torpedoes located at the stern of the ship. The torpedoes are rather accurate with a default travel distance of 4km and a good speed of 82 km.
+The D-3 carries two, front facing, 533 mm 53-38 torpedoes located at the stern of the ship. The torpedoes are rather accurate with a default travel distance of 4 km and a good speed of 82 km.
-Once unlocked, the D-3 can carry four BB-1 depth charges located at the stern of the ship which is also where they are dropped when deployed.
+Once unlocked, the D-3 can carry four BB-1 depth charges located at the stern of the ship, which is also where they are dropped when deployed.
 ''Remember'' that you can set the Depth Charge activation time before spawning in if you are carrying depth charges. You can select activation times from 3 to 10 seconds, but it's recommended to set it to something in the middle (5-8s), to keep your options open.
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-The D-3 is a very strong beginner torpedo boat for lower rank battles and can compete quite well with other ships at its BR. However, note that the ship itself has some quirks and flaws which should be remedied to succeed in battle. The ship's main armament consists of two single 12.7 mm DShK machine guns which represent a significant upgrade over the reserve G-5 torpedo boat. As well, the ship can carry two 533 mm torpedoes that can easily shred any ship. The D-3 does have mediocre mobility for a small torpedo boat, but it is certainly enough to get the ship where it needs to go. Finally, the ship's survivability is decidedly terrible (though average for motor torpedo boats at its BR) meaning that you should try to utilize ambush tactics to maximise the ship's survivability.
+The D-3 is a very strong beginner torpedo boat for lower rank battles and can compete quite well with other ships at its BR. However, note that the ship itself has some quirks and flaws which should be remedied to succeed in battle. The ship's main armament consists of two single 12.7 mm DShK machine guns, which represent a significant upgrade over the reserve G-5 torpedo boat. As well, the ship can carry two 533 mm torpedoes that can easily shred any ship. The D-3 does have mediocre mobility for a small torpedo boat, but it is certainly enough to get the ship where it needs to go. Finally, the ship's survivability is decidedly terrible (though average for motor torpedo boats at its BR) meaning that you should try to utilize ambush tactics to maximize the ship's survivability.
 At the start of each battle, your first priority should be to capture points. However, rushing straight into points isn't the greatest strategy for the D-3. This is because the D-3 has relatively worse agility when compared to faster MTBs such as the G-5, meaning that it cannot reach capture points nearly as quickly. As a result, one good potential strategy is to flank and find island cover, allowing you to use ambush tactics against enemy ships. The D-3 is not survivable and will get ripped to shreds by any gunfire, rifle-calibre and above. Thus, the best strategy is to not get hit, meaning that island cover is critical for preserving your ship's survivability.
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 The D-3 was a class of Soviet Motor Torpedo Boats (MTBs) built during the Second World War as a replacement to the prior G-5 class. The ship was designed as an incremental improvement to the G-5, featuring improved endurance and main armament. In total, 73 D-3 class torpedo boats were produced, operating during the Second World War alongside its predecessor and successor classes, the G-5s and Pr. 123bis.
-The Soviet Navy aimed to resolve several of the G-5’s main issues with the D-3 motor torpedo boat. Namely, the G-5 had a small main armament and short range of just 220 miles (354 km). The D-3 was thus much larger than the D-3 and carried reinforced armament. The ships had a significantly longer range of 350 miles (or 550 at a lower speed), and featured a second DShK machine gun compared to the G-5’s single DShK gun. The ships also carried two 533 mm torpedoes in open mounts, instead of the G-5’s rear trough torpedo configuration. Finally, the D-3s were designed to carry eight depth charges for anti-submarine warfare.
+The Soviet Navy aimed to resolve several of the G-5’s main issues with the D-3 motor torpedo boat. Namely, the G-5 had a small main armament and short range of just 354 km (220 miles). The D-3 was thus much larger than the G-5 and carried reinforced armament. The ships had a significantly longer range of 560 km (350 miles), and featured a second DShK machine gun compared to the G-5’s single DShK gun. The ships also carried two 533 mm torpedoes in open mounts, instead of the G-5’s rear trough torpedo configuration. Finally, the D-3s were designed to carry eight depth charges for anti-submarine warfare.
-However, this came at the expense of speed - the initial production D-3s, powered by three gasoline engines producing 2550 hp, were only capable of making 32 knots (59 km/h). Later versions of the D-3 remedied this problem by using lend-lease Packard engines developing a total of 3600 hp, allowing for a top speed of 45 knots. In total, 73 D-3 class torpedo boats were built, of which 26 boats were of the original engine configuration. These ships were built between 1940 and 1941, while the remaining re-engined ships were built between 1943 and 1945. Of the 73 D-3s built, 28 ships were lost in service, the remainder serving with the Soviet navy into the 1950s.
+However, this came at the expense of speed - the initial production D-3s, powered by three gasoline engines producing 2,550 hp, were only capable of making 32 knots (59 km/h). Later versions of the D-3 remedied this problem by using lend-lease Packard engines developing a total of 3,600 hp, allowing for a top speed of 45 knots. In total, 73 D-3 class torpedo boats were built, of which 26 boats were of the original engine configuration. These ships were built between 1940 and 1941, while the remaining re-engined ships were built between 1943 and 1945. Of the 73 D-3s built, 28 ships were lost in service, the remainder serving with the Soviet navy into the 1950s.
 == Media ==
-''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''
+<!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' -->
 == See also ==

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-The Soviet Navy began developing a larger MTB with higher endurance than the previous G-5 class. Four designs were considered, but the D-3 prototype was the most successful. The D-3 had a wooden hull, and it carried torpedoes openly; the G-5 class had a metal hull and carried its torpedoes in groups in the rear deck.
+The D-3 was a class of Soviet Motor Torpedo Boats (MTBs) built during the Second World War as a replacement to the prior G-5 class. The ship was designed as an incremental improvement to the G-5, featuring improved endurance and main armament. In total, 73 D-3 class torpedo boats were produced, operating during the Second World War alongside its predecessor and successor classes, the G-5s and Pr. 123bis.
-D-3 was commissioned in 1941, and was active in the Black Sea along with SM-3. Together they sank CB-5 - an Italian midget submarine - and the German barge F-334.
+The Soviet Navy aimed to resolve several of the G-5’s main issues with the D-3 motor torpedo boat. Namely, the G-5 had a small main armament and short range of just 220 miles (354 km). The D-3 was thus much larger than the D-3 and carried reinforced armament. The ships had a significantly longer range of 350 miles (or 550 at a lower speed), and featured a second DShK machine gun compared to the G-5’s single DShK gun. The ships also carried two 533 mm torpedoes in open mounts, instead of the G-5’s rear trough torpedo configuration. Finally, the D-3s were designed to carry eight depth charges for anti-submarine warfare.
 == Media ==
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 == See also ==
 ''Links to articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
 * ''reference to the series of the ship;''
 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.''
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 == External links ==
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 * ''topic on the official game forum;''
 * ''other literature.''
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-The D3 makes a good supporting craft when paired with bigger, tougher ships. With its two heavy machine guns, torpedoes and depth charges, it can reliably destroy enemy vessels so long as the enemy isn't engaged with it. However, lower vertical guidance of the DShK machine guns can make it vulnerable to enemy aircraft so consider relying on allied anti-air, hiding behind tall cover or even using smokescreen in desperate situations.
+The D-3 is a very strong beginner torpedo boat for lower rank battles and can compete quite well with other ships at its BR. However, note that the ship itself has some quicks and flaws which should be remedied to succeed in battle. The ship's main armament consists of two single 12.7 mm DShK machine guns which represents a significant upgrade over the reserve G-5 torpedo boat. As well, the ship can carry two 533 mm torpedoes that can easily shred any ships that the guns cannot take care of. The D-3 does have mediocre mobility for a small torpedo boat, but it is certainly enough to get the ship where it needs to go. Finally, the ship's survivability is decidedly terrible (though average for motor torpedo boats at its BR) meaning that you should try to utilize ambush tactics to maximise the ship's survivability.
 ===Pros and cons===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Turret placement allows the D-3 to engage in targets all around itself.
+* Turret placement allows the D-3 to engage in targets all around itself
-* Fast speed and small width can make it a difficult target at range.
+** Two DShK machine guns, which are highly effective against smaller targets
 '''Cons:'''
-* No armour at all.
+* No armour at all and just 9 crew members, making it very easy to kill
-* Vulnerable to aircraft due to no dedicated anti-air and weak vertical guidance on its guns.
+* Vulnerable to aircraft due to no dedicated anti-air and weak vertical guidance on its guns
-* Only one gun can operate on targets right in-front and behind the craft.
+* Only one gun can operate on targets right in-front and behind the craft
 == History ==

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 == Description ==
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+<!-- ''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 '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet motor torpedo boat {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during [[Update 1.79 "Project X"]] when the Soviet fleet was implemented into the game.
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 === Survivability and armour ===
 {{Specs-Fleet-Armour}}
-<!--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.-->
+<!-- ''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.'' -->
 [[File:X-RayImage StarboardView D-3.png|thumb|Profile shot of the D-3. Vulnerable areas include the engines located at the centre of the vessel.]]
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 === Mobility ===
 {{Specs-Fleet-Mobility}}
-<!--Write about the ship's mobility. Evaluate its power and manoeuvrability, rudder rerouting speed, stopping speed at full tilt, with its maximum forward and reverse speed.-->
+<!-- ''Write about the ship's mobility. Evaluate its power and manoeuvrability, rudder rerouting speed, stopping speed at full tilt, with its maximum forward and reverse speed.'' -->
-The D-3 can reach speeds over 80km/h in AB (even though the stat-card says only 69km/h) and 59km/h in RB and SB. It is swift, and also very mobile - you can make very sharp turns, due to the quick rudder rerouting speed. The reverse speeds are not bad, reaching a maximum of -28km/h. Although, you shouldn't be going backwards, because it usually takes a lot of time just to come to a stop; it's much safer to make a forwards U-turn.
+The D-3 can reach speeds over 80 km/h in AB and 59 km/h in RB and SB. It is swift, and also very mobile - you can make very sharp turns, due to the quick rudder rerouting speed. The reverse speeds are not bad, reaching a maximum of -28km/h. Although, you shouldn't be going backwards, because it usually takes a lot of time just to come to a stop; it's much safer to make a forwards U-turn.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 === Primary armament ===
 {{Specs-Fleet-Primary}}
-<!--Provide information about the characteristics of the primary armament. Evaluate their efficacy in battle based on their reload speed, ballistics and the capacity of their shells. Add a link to the main article about the weapon: <code><nowiki>{{main|Weapon name (calibre)}}</nowiki></code>. Broadly describe the ammunition available for the primary armament, and provide recommendations on how to use it and which ammunition to choose.-->
+<!-- ''Provide information about the characteristics of the primary armament. Evaluate their efficacy in battle based on their reload speed, ballistics and the capacity of their shells. Add a link to the main article about the weapon: <code><nowiki>{{main|Weapon name (calibre)}}</nowiki></code>. Broadly describe the ammunition available for the primary armament, and provide recommendations on how to use it and which ammunition to choose.'' -->
 {{main|DShK (12.7 mm)}}
 Primary armament consists of two 12.7 mm DShK machine guns with one located at the bow of the ship and the other one at the centre of the ship allowing for engagement in all 360° directions. However, it should be noted that due to structural designs only one gun can be pointed towards at either the bow or aft of the ship. Reloading the DShK takes about 4.7 seconds and can reliably engage targets up to 1.8 kilometres away. With its 12.7 mm bullets, the D-3 can reliably knock out enemy vessels in the same class and maybe even larger vessels if given enough time. Available ammunition belts include the high explosive incendiary (HEI) and armour piercing incendiary tracer (APIT) rounds.
-=== Torpedo armament ===
+=== Additional armament ===
-<!--Torpedoes launchers are standard equipment on many ships and boats. Torpedoes are a significant means of defeating an opponent. Evaluate the position of the torpedo launchers, discuss the ammunition available, firing specifics such as dead zones, features of the torpedoes themselves, etc. If there is no torpedo armament, remove this section.-->
+{{Specs-Fleet-Additional}}
-{{main|53-38 (533 mm)}}
+<!-- ''Describe the available additional armaments of the ship: depth charges, mines, torpedoes. Talk about their positions, available ammunition and launch features such as dead zones of torpedoes. If there is no additional armament, remove this section.'' -->
 The D-3 carries two, front facing, 533 mm 53-38 torpedoes located at the stern of the ship. The torpedoes are rather accurate with a default travel distance of 4km and a good speed of 82 km.
 Once unlocked, the D-3 can carry four BB-1 depth charges located at the stern of the ship which is also where they are dropped when deployed.
 ''Remember'' that you can set the Depth Charge activation time before spawning in if you are carrying depth charges. You can select activation times from 3 to 10 seconds, but it's recommended to set it to something in the middle (5-8s), to keep your options open.
 == Usage in battles ==
-<!--Describe the technique of using this ship, the characteristics of her use in a team and tips on strategy. Abstain from writing an entire guide – don't try to provide a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought. Talk about the most dangerous opponents for this vehicle and provide recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of playing with this vehicle in various modes (AB, RB, SB).-->
+<!-- ''Describe the technique of using this ship, the characteristics of her use in a team and tips on strategy. Abstain from writing an entire guide – don't try to provide a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought. Talk about the most dangerous opponents for this vehicle and provide recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of playing with this vehicle in various modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
 The D3 makes a good supporting craft when paired with bigger, tougher ships. With its two heavy machine guns, torpedoes and depth charges, it can reliably destroy enemy vessels so long as the enemy isn't engaged with it. However, lower vertical guidance of the DShK machine guns can make it vulnerable to enemy aircraft so consider relying on allied anti-air, hiding behind tall cover or even using smokescreen in desperate situations.
 ===Pros and cons===
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 '''Pros:'''