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 The '''MC-490''' plays similarly to [[MS-473]], trading higher battle rating for added torpedoes and a slightly better survivability.
-Main guns remain to be the weapons of choice against enemy coastal vessels. An excellent ballistics of the 40 mm Bofors makes it possible to engage enemy torpedo boats at a considerable range, and makes it more likely to be the first one landing the shots on target. The ship is best used at an angle, rather than a full broadside - just enough to let both guns fire on target, but still bow-tanking most of the incoming fire.
+The main guns remain the weapons of choice against enemy coastal vessels. The excellent ballistics of the 40 mm Bofors makes it possible to engage enemy torpedo boats at a considerable range, and makes it more likely to be the first one landing shots on target. The ship is best used at an angle, rather than a full broadside - just enough to let both guns fire on target, but still bow-tanking most of the incoming fire.
 Torpedoes are best used ''without'' Torpedo Mode modification installed, as it makes them much faster, which is a huge advantage in the BR where destroyers and frigates alike are relatively manoeuvrable and can easily avoid slow torpedoes. Of course, the best way to make use of the vessel's torpedoes is to get very close to an enemy ship without them noticing and fire at close range. Islands, wrecks, or even other friendly vessels can be used to achieve that result.
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 '''Specific enemies worth noting'''
-* '''[[M-17]]''' a very survivable, decently manoeuvrable vessel with a boat spawn and a heavy armament of a secondary 20 mm guns. It's extremely difficult to destroy with a use of Bofors, while itself can kill MC-490 without any attention from the player controlling it. Typically, attacks on it are suicidal, with a parallel approach and a full torpedo spread being often necessary for the kill.
+* '''[[M-17]]''' is a very survivable, decently manoeuvrable vessel with a boat spawn and a heavy armament of a secondary 20 mm guns. It's extremely difficult to destroy using the Bofors, while it can sink an MC-490 without any attention from the player controlling it. Typically, attacks on it are suicidal, with a parallel approach and a full torpedo spread being often necessary for the kill.
 * '''[[RN Gabbiano]]''' is another vessel that's nearly immune to Bofors, while getting boat spawn and having a dangerous secondary armament. Here, the key is to disable the primary gun, as the [[100 mm/47 O.T.O. Mod. 1937 (100 mm)|100 mm]] can one-shot you.
-* '''[[USS Douglas]]''', a rare opponent but very dangerous. Best killed by indirect Bofors fire above the islands, otherwise should be avoided when possible.
+* '''[[USS Douglas]]''' is a rare but very dangerous opponent. Best dealt with by indirect Bofors fire over islands, otherwise should be avoided when possible.
-* '''[[Pr. 206]]''' is a similarly rare opponent to Douglas, but even more dangerous - its [[AK-230 (30 mm)|30 mm AK-230]] can kill MC-490 before it has a chance to do as much as a turn. The only option to counter it, is with the use of indirect arcing fire above the islands or Artillery Support. Otherwise, you should stay two steps ahead, and go to the opposite side of the map Pr. 206 is going.
+* '''[[Pr. 206]]''' is a similarly rare opponent to Douglas, but even more dangerous - its [[AK-230 (30 mm)|30 mm AK-230]] can kill MC-490 before it has a chance to do as much as a turn. The only option to counter it, is with the use of indirect arcing fire over islands or Artillery Support. Otherwise, you should stay two steps ahead, and go to the opposite side of the map Pr. 206 is going.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 == 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).'' -->[[File:Motocannoniera MC 490.jpg|thumb|Launching of the MC 490 in January 1954 at Monfalcone shipyard.]]
+<!-- ''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).'' -->
 The first sea trials revealed a marked tendency to raise the bow, with a consequent loss of speed due to the excessive strain, so that in order to increase the thrust of the aft area, a special "bottazzo" structure was applied in the shipyard, which resulted in an extension of the living structure towards the stern, bringing the overall length of the unit from 37.2 m to 39.4 m.
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-The '''MC-490''' is a light vessel, and like all smaller ships effective in more compact areas of the map, where it is easy to find cover. Using this vessel in open waters, at long range, makes it vulnerable to fire from enemy destroyers, and  provides only a little ability to fight back.
+The '''MC-490''' plays similarly to [[MS-473]], trading higher battle rating for added torpedoes and a slightly better survivability.
-If it is necessary to engage a destroyer, flak barge or someother powerful foe, the MC-490 is equipped with four torpedoes for just this purpose. They are large enough to do significant damage if they hit, but it is often hard to use them effectively.
+Main guns remain to be the weapons of choice against enemy coastal vessels. An excellent ballistics of the 40 mm Bofors makes it possible to engage enemy torpedo boats at a considerable range, and makes it more likely to be the first one landing the shots on target. The ship is best used at an angle, rather than a full broadside - just enough to let both guns fire on target, but still bow-tanking most of the incoming fire.
-The best way to make use of the vessel's torpedoes is to get very close to an enemy ship without them noticing and fire at close range.
+Torpedoes are best used ''without'' Torpedo Mode modification installed, as it makes them much faster, which is a huge advantage in the BR where destroyers and frigates alike are relatively manoeuvrable and can easily avoid slow torpedoes. Of course, the best way to make use of the vessel's torpedoes is to get very close to an enemy ship without them noticing and fire at close range. Islands, wrecks, or even other friendly vessels can be used to achieve that result.
-Other than torpedoes, the MC-490 is equipped with two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons,  these are very effective against small boats. Not surprisingly, they do little damage against larger ships, and are best used at closer range.
+'''Specific enemies worth noting'''
-The ship prefers to do broadside attacks (side attacks), so the Folgore can use all its almighty armament against the enemy. With a very little effort you can also attempt a confrontation with larger ships, such as destroyers, the 40mm can destroy the armament of the enemy ship or cause fires, which disable critical components reducing the enemy combat efficiency.   To ensure the kill  it is recommended  to use torpedoes.
+* '''[[M-17]]''' a very survivable, decently manoeuvrable vessel with a boat spawn and a heavy armament of a secondary 20 mm guns. It's extremely difficult to destroy with a use of Bofors, while itself can kill MC-490 without any attention from the player controlling it. Typically, attacks on it are suicidal, with a parallel approach and a full torpedo spread being often necessary for the kill.
+* '''[[RN Gabbiano]]''' is another vessel that's nearly immune to Bofors, while getting boat spawn and having a dangerous secondary armament. Here, the key is to disable the primary gun, as the [[100 mm/47 O.T.O. Mod. 1937 (100 mm)|100 mm]] can one-shot you.
-The two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] guns are super effective against small ships   or any ships that lack armour protection  and with a little effort are capable of shooting down even the largest of aircraft.
+* '''[[USS Douglas]]''', a rare opponent but very dangerous. Best killed by indirect Bofors fire above the islands, otherwise should be avoided when possible.
+* '''[[Pr. 206]]''' is a similarly rare opponent to Douglas, but even more dangerous - its [[AK-230 (30 mm)|30 mm AK-230]] can kill MC-490 before it has a chance to do as much as a turn. The only option to counter it, is with the use of indirect arcing fire above the islands or Artillery Support. Otherwise, you should stay two steps ahead, and go to the opposite side of the map Pr. 206 is going.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Good cannons at close range (2x [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]]).
+* Excellent main guns.
-* Good survivability
+* Good survivability for a boat of its size.
 '''Cons:'''
 * Its large size could be disadvantageous in trying to avoid enemy fire.
-* Not too much armour, only 8mm in the hull.
+* No anti-aircraft armament, requiring you to always manually aim at the airplanes.
 * Loss much speed when turning.
-* Easy target for enemy planes, can be killed easily with 12.7mm guns.
+* Easy target for enemy planes, can be killed even with the 12.7mm guns.
 == 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).'' -->[[File:Folgore P-490 2.png|thumb|'''Motocannoniera convertibile 490 (MC.490)''' ]]
+<!-- ''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:Motocannoniera MC 490.jpg|thumb|Launching of the MC 490 in January 1954 at Monfalcone shipyard.]]
 The first sea trials revealed a marked tendency to raise the bow, with a consequent loss of speed due to the excessive strain, so that in order to increase the thrust of the aft area, a special "bottazzo" structure was applied in the shipyard, which resulted in an extension of the living structure towards the stern, bringing the overall length of the unit from 37.2 m to 39.4 m.
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 The armament in the new configuration saw the replacement of the [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons, with the [[40 mm/70 Breda-Bofors type 107 (40 mm)|40 mm/70 Breda-Bofors]], the modification of the ferro guides to allow the embarkation of fourteen bottom mines, equipped with disposable trolleys, instead of twelve, while the original torpedo launchers were not embarked. The armament of the unit could not be defined as completely convertible, since the different operational predisposition did not contemplate the momentary disembarkation of weapons and equipment. A factor which was negatively reflected in this phase of use, with the displacement and encumbrance of the bridge. The configuration of the torpedo boat did not contemplate the embarkation of bottom mines, while in the configuration of the torpedo boat and minelayer torpedoes were not embarked.
-[[File:Folgore P-490 1.png|thumb|'''Motocannoniera convertibile 490 (MC.490)''' ]]
 The unit, which returned to service in 1964, was renamed Folgore on September 1, 1965, when the Navy abandoned the custom of indicating torpedo boats with an alphanumeric code and assigned a name to each unit of this type.

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 '''Pros:'''
-* Good cannons at close range (2x [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]].
+* Good cannons at close range (2x [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]]).
 * Good survivability
 * It's well-defended for a boat of its size.

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 == Description ==
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-Italy during the post-war period began to experiment with new coastal units capable of changing armament for any role that was needed at the time and thus convertible Motosilurante were born, capable of changing armament in port in a short time to increase the combat capabilities and support of coastal units, the first convertible Motosilurante were the MS of World War II whose were heavily modified, then the MC-490 would be built a unique ship of her class with new armament systems, then development would go to the Lampo and [[MC Freccia (Family)|Freccia]] Classes, the MC-490 launched June 21, 1954, built and commissioned August 1, 1955 was used mostly to test navigation and convertible armament, in fact later she would be renamed to '''''P-490''''' and replace the old 40mm Bofors guns with the 40mm Breda Bofors, at the end of her days she would be decommissioned October 15, 1976.
+During the post-war period, Italy began to experiment with new coastal units capable of adapting their armament to various roles as needed. This led to the development of the convertible Motosilurante, which could quickly change their armament in port to enhance combat capabilities and support coastal units. The first examples of convertible Motosilurante were the MS boats from World War II, which underwent significant modifications. Subsequently, the unique MC-490 was built, equipped with new armament systems. The development continued with the Lampo and Freccia classes.
-the MC-490 introduced with the Italian naval tech tree in the [[Update "Starfighters"|"Starfighters" update,]] is a convertible torpedo bomber with an armament consisting of two single 40mm Bofors guns, as always very strong against almost all targets except large ships and in that case you have to target the engine room with armour piercing rounds to cause enough loss of the crew of the enemy ship, then with the additional armament consisting of 4 torpedoes you will have a chance to destroy destroy destroy destroyers and light cruisers, the maneuverability of the boat is quite good also its speed while talking about the crew you will be able to withstand several hits however only of small caliber shots, always try to attack the enemy in the easiest way possible through flanking between islands and obstacles.
+The MC-490, launched on June 21, 1954 and commissioned on August 1, 1955, primarily served as a test platform for navigation and convertible armament. It was later renamed as P-490 and had its old 40 mm Bofors guns replaced with the 40 mm Breda-Bofors. It remained in service until its decommissioning on October 15, 1976.
 == General info ==
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 The '''MC-490''' is a light vessel, and like all smaller ships effective in more compact areas of the map, where it is easy to find cover. Using this vessel in open waters, at long range, makes it vulnerable to fire from enemy destroyers, and  provides only a little ability to fight back.
 If it is necessary to engage a destroyer, flak barge or someother powerful foe, the MC-490 is equipped with four torpedoes for just this purpose. They are large enough to do significant damage if they hit, but it is often hard to use them effectively.
 The best way to make use of the vessel's torpedoes is to get very close to an enemy ship without them noticing and fire at close range.
-Other than torpedoes, the MC-490 is equipped with two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons,  these are very effective against small boats. Not surprisingly, they do little damage against larger ships, and are best used at closer range.
+Other than torpedoes, the MC-490 is equipped with two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons,  these are very effective against small boats. Not surprisingly, they do little damage against larger ships, and are best used at closer range.
 The ship prefers to do broadside attacks (side attacks), so the Folgore can use all its almighty armament against the enemy. With a very little effort you can also attempt a confrontation with larger ships, such as destroyers, the 40mm can destroy the armament of the enemy ship or cause fires, which disable critical components reducing the enemy combat efficiency.   To ensure the kill  it is recommended  to use torpedoes.
 The two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] guns are super effective against small ships   or any ships that lack armour protection  and with a little effort are capable of shooting down even the largest of aircraft.
 Although the 40 mm Bofors are quite penalized when engaging an aircraft because they have a relatively slow horizontal swing and along with no  anti-aircraft belt..
 === Pros and cons ===
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 Name and armament changes:
-* In 1954, it was called '''Motocannoniera convertibile 490 (MC.490) (ENG trans. Convertible Motor Gunboat 490)'''
+* In 1954, it was called '''Motocannoniera convertibile 490 (MC.490) (ENG trans. Convertible Motor Gunboat 490)'''
-* In 1965, it was called '''Pattugliatore 490 (P-490) (ENG trans. Patrol boat 490)'''
+* In 1965, it was called '''Pattugliatore 490 (P-490) (ENG trans. Patrol boat 490)'''
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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Italian motor torpedo boat {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Starfighters"]].
+Italy during the post-war period began to experiment with new coastal units capable of changing armament for any role that was needed at the time and thus convertible Motosilurante were born, capable of changing armament in port in a short time to increase the combat capabilities and support of coastal units, the first convertible Motosilurante were the MS of World War II whose were heavily modified, then the MC-490 would be built a unique ship of her class with new armament systems, then development would go to the Lampo and [[MC Freccia (Family)|Freccia]] Classes, the MC-490 launched June 21, 1954, built and commissioned August 1, 1955 was used mostly to test navigation and convertible armament, in fact later she would be renamed to '''''P-490''''' and replace the old 40mm Bofors guns with the 40mm Breda Bofors, at the end of her days she would be decommissioned October 15, 1976.
 == General info ==

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 The two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]] have a great rate of fire 150 rounds per minute and can easily destroy anything within an 800 m radius.
-One of the cannons is located at the bow of the ship, while the other is located at the stern. This means that it is sometimes not possible to fire both at the same target simultaneously.Engaging broadside eliminates this issue, but of course, makes the MC-490 a larger target for the enemy to hit.
+One of the cannons is located at the bow of the ship, while the other is located at the stern. This means that it is sometimes not possible to fire both at the same target simultaneously. Engaging broadside eliminates this issue, but of course, makes the MC-490 a larger target for the enemy to hit.
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+{{:Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)/Ammunition|HEFI-T, AP-T}}
 === Additional armament ===

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 The unit, which returned to service in 1964, was renamed Folgore on September 1, 1965, when the Navy abandoned the custom of indicating torpedo boats with an alphanumeric code and assigned a name to each unit of this type.
-The vessel, assigned to COMOS, the motor gunboat section of the III Naval Division, was decommissioned on October 1st, 1976 and the ship was decommissioned on October 15th. The initials P 490 were assigned to the patrol boat Comandante Cigala Fulgosi of the Comandanti class.
+The vessel, assigned to COMOS, the motor gunboat section of the III Naval Division, was decommissioned on October 1st, 1976 and the ship was decommissioned on October 15th. The initials P-490 were assigned to the patrol boat Comandante Cigala Fulgosi of the Comandanti class.
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-The P-490 is fairly well-defended for a boat of its size. Although it does not have any armour plating, its internal modules are well-placed to increase survivability. The ammunition storage is located beneath the waterline, making detonation unlikely. One of its fuel tanks is also located below the waterline. With this protection, the P-490 can survive a good number of hits from low-calibre guns. However, the main calibre rounds fired by destroyers and other large ships will have no difficulty in destroying or at least dealing great damage to this vessel.
+The MC-490 is fairly well-defended for a boat of its size. Although it does not have any armour plating, its internal modules are well-placed to increase survivability. The ammunition storage is located beneath the waterline, making detonation unlikely. One of its fuel tanks is also located below the waterline. With this protection, the MC-490 can survive a good number of hits from low-calibre guns. However, the main calibre rounds fired by destroyers and other large ships will have no difficulty in destroying or at least dealing great damage to this vessel.
-With its modest 38-man crew, the Folgore finds itself in a modestly balanced position among its most common contenders. The Folgore often finds itself against the American [[89 ft PT-810]]; the German [[MZ1]]; the Soviet [[Groza]] and [[MBK pr.186]] and finally the Japanese [[Type 11]]. Of these five, the most dangerous were the PT-810 and Type 11 because with their [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]] automatic cannons they are able to inflict a considerable amount of damage on the P-490.
+With its modest 38-man crew, the Folgore finds itself in a modestly balanced position among its most common contenders. The Folgore often finds itself against the American [[89 ft PT-810]]; the German [[MZ1]]; the Soviet [[Groza]] and [[MBK pr.186]] and finally the Japanese [[Type 11]]. Of these five, the most dangerous were the PT-810 and Type 11 because with their [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]] automatic cannons they are able to inflict a considerable amount of damage on the MC-490.
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-The two Bofors cannons on the P-490 are both fully traversable, and have a good traverse rate of 30 degrees per second. They are able to easily destroy any small vessel that the P-490 may face in battle. If necessary, they can be used against destroyers, if it is not possible to use the P-490 torpedoes, but this is less effective.
+The two Bofors cannons on the MC-490 are both fully traversable, and have a good traverse rate of 30 degrees per second. They are able to easily destroy any small vessel that the MC-490 may face in battle. If necessary, they can be used against destroyers, if it is not possible to use the MC-490 torpedoes, but this is less effective.
 The two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)]] have a great rate of fire 150 rounds per minute and can easily destroy anything within an 800-meter radius.
-One of the cannons is located at the bow of the ship, while the other is located at the stern. This means that it is sometimes not possible to fire both at the same target simultaneously.Engaging broadside eliminates this issue, but of course, makes the P-490 a larger target for the enemy to hit.
+One of the cannons is located at the bow of the ship, while the other is located at the stern. This means that it is sometimes not possible to fire both at the same target simultaneously.Engaging broadside eliminates this issue, but of course, makes the MC-490 a larger target for the enemy to hit.
 * '''Universal:''' {{Annotation|AP-T|Armour-piercing tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEFI-T|High-explosive fragmentation incendiary tracer}}
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-The '''P-490''' is a light vessel, and like all smaller ships effective in more compact areas of the map, where it is easy to find cover. Using this vessel in open waters, at long range, makes it vulnerable to fire from enemy destroyers, and  provides only a little ability to fight back.
+The '''MC-490''' is a light vessel, and like all smaller ships effective in more compact areas of the map, where it is easy to find cover. Using this vessel in open waters, at long range, makes it vulnerable to fire from enemy destroyers, and  provides only a little ability to fight back.
-If it is necessary to engage a destroyer, flak barge or someother powerful foe, the P-490 is equipped with four torpedoes for just this purpose. They are large enough to do significant damage if they hit, but it is often hard to use them effectively.
+If it is necessary to engage a destroyer, flak barge or someother powerful foe, the MC-490 is equipped with four torpedoes for just this purpose. They are large enough to do significant damage if they hit, but it is often hard to use them effectively.
 The best way to make use of the vessel's torpedoes is to get very close to an enemy ship without them noticing and fire at close range.
-Other than torpedoes, the P-490 is equipped with two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons,  these are very effective against small boats. Not surprisingly, they do little damage against larger ships, and are best used at closer range.
+Other than torpedoes, the MC-490 is equipped with two [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons,  these are very effective against small boats. Not surprisingly, they do little damage against larger ships, and are best used at closer range.
 The ship prefers to do boardside attacks (side attacks), so the Folgore can use all its almighty armament against the enemy. With a very little effort you can also attempt a confrontation with larger ships, such as destroyers, the 40mm can destroy the armament of the enemy ship or cause fires, which disable critical components reducing the enemy combat efficiency.   To ensure the kill  it is recommended  to use torpedoes.
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 == 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).'' -->[[File:Folgore P-490 2.png|thumb|Pattugliatore P-490 ]]
+<!-- ''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:Folgore P-490 2.png|thumb|'''Motocannoniera convertibile 490 (MC.490)''' ]]
 The first sea trials revealed a marked tendency to raise the bow, with a consequent loss of speed due to the excessive strain, so that in order to increase the thrust of the aft area, a special "bottazzo" structure was applied in the shipyard, which resulted in an extension of the living structure towards the stern, bringing the overall length of the unit from 37.2 m to 39.4 m.
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 The armament in the new configuration saw the replacement of the [[Bofors L/60 Mark 3 (40 mm)|40 mm Bofors L/60 Mark 3]] cannons, with the [[40 mm/70 Breda-Bofors type 107 (40 mm)|40 mm/70 Breda-Bofors]], the modification of the ferro guides to allow the embarkation of fourteen bottom mines, equipped with disposable trolleys, instead of twelve, while the original torpedo launchers were not embarked. The armament of the unit could not be defined as completely convertible, since the different operational predisposition did not contemplate the momentary disembarkation of weapons and equipment. A factor which was negatively reflected in this phase of use, with the displacement and encumbrance of the bridge. The configuration of the torpedo boat did not contemplate the embarkation of bottom mines, while in the configuration of the torpedo boat and minelayer torpedoes were not embarked.
-[[File:Folgore P-490 1.png|thumb|Pattugliatore P-490 ]]
+[[File:Folgore P-490 1.png|thumb|'''Motocannoniera convertibile 490 (MC.490)''' ]]
 The unit, which returned to service in 1964, was renamed Folgore on September 1, 1965, when the Navy abandoned the custom of indicating torpedo boats with an alphanumeric code and assigned a name to each unit of this type.
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