R-41

R-41

Pr. 206

R-130

R-41

Pr. 206

R-130

Germany

I Rank

Battle rating:

AB	RB	SB
1.0	1.0	1.0

Class:

Motor gun boat

Boat

Research:2 900

Purchase:700

Description

The R-41-class, R-41 is a rank I German minesweeper with a battle rating of 1.0 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update 1.79 "Project X" as part of the fleet closed beta test.

General info

Survivability and armour

The R-41 is constructed using mostly wood, the superstructure and hull are wooden. The wooden construction of the R-41 means fire is one of the biggest threats to survival of the ship, the hull will not absorb so much damage. There is no armour on the ship. The R-41 has a crew placement of 34, which provides a great attachment of sailors, which helps to increases the overall survivability of the R-41 dramatically compared to other ships in this tier.

However, the internal components of the R-41 are spaced out, meaning a good volley of enemy fire will not completely incapacitate the ship.

• The engine is placed, under the conning tower of the ship, with the transmission extending towards the stern (Rear) to the Voith Schneider propulsion system.
• The transmission is under the waterline which protects it from most enemy rounds, which would penetrate the ship.
• The Voith Schneider propulsion system can be destroyed by enemy fire since it extends above the waterline.
• The ships fuel and ammunition storage can be penetrated by enemy fire, since these are located above the waterline.

Mobility

The R-41 is slow, In comparison to other naval ships at this tier. However it is equipped with a Voith Schneider propulsion system, which makes up for the slow top speed. The Voith Schneider propulsion system, empowers the R-41 with a top speed of 50 KM/H in arcade. In realistic and simulator modes, it has a top speed of 37 KM/H, which is still respectfully fast, for a naval ship. Unlike other ships which uses a conventional propeller & rudder system, the Voith Schneider propulsion system provides incredible manoeuvrability, allowing incoming enemy fire and torpedoes to be dodged, just before they are about to impact the ship, without delay, whilst keeping the top speed almost the same.

Armament

Primary armament

The two cm/65 C/30 (20 mm) automatic cannons are equipped with a 40 round magazine. To best utilise the cannon in a naval battle environment, ideally use universal or the APT magazine choice. These provide the most stopping power in a ship to ship encounter. When operating the cannons, aim in front of the enemy ship, and adjust the fire by watching the tracer rounds hit the target. Locate the key areas which are important for the rival ship to survive and target those i.e. Bridge, Engine room, Ammunition storage areas.

The cm/65 C/30 (20 mm) automatic cannons work very well in a close and medium range engagement. However, at a long distance engagement, they are not as effective as other types of guns or cannons.

When engaging enemy aircraft, the cm/65 C/30 (20 mm) automatic cannons are able to a deliver catastrophic blow to any enemy aircraft, which may decide you attack. The hitting power from these rounds, make this one of the most powerful anti-air deterrence in the game. With a few well placed shots, Aim for the wing spars and engines the enemy aircraft will soon be destroyed.

The magazine (ammo) choices are:

• Universal
• HET
• APT

These require a 4 to 5.2 second reload time to replace a used magazine with a new one. To get the stupendous 4 second reload time, the crew requires an ace qualification, with crew skills to be fully achieved in the main calibre reload speed field.

Special armament

The WBF depth charge, hold 60kg of explosive charge, it is a great weapon in the hands of a skilled captain, the depth charge can be placed to cause destruction to enemy ships by exploding below. Only reason the depth charge should be used on these types of ships is if enemy ships get to close.

Using the WBF depth charges, this ship has the Voith Schneider propulsion system provides incredible manoeuvrability, it very easy to manoeuvre the bow where these are placed and drop them all under the enemy ship, causing the rival to explode.

It's important remember that if they are destroyed on deck, it could also destroy the ship.

Usage in battles

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Pros and cons

Pros:

• Powerful & accurate weaponry.
• Excellent handing.
• Good top speed in both AB, RB and SB Modes.
• Spaced out crew, increased the survivability in battle.

Cons:

• Only has two cannons installed.
• Only 40 rounds of ammo per magazine.
• Requires up to 5.2 seconds to reload a magazine.
• No hardened armour or armour plates installed on the ship.

History

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See also

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