"It seems that we need to do some tricks in the quotation." Scheer said to Hipper next to him while looking at the budget. The construction of four Nassau-class battleships, the first-class battleships of the German Navy, has begun. These battleships are basically

Chinese Navy Longxing-class battleship of Germany

version, but it did not use new steam turbines. German high-level officials did not trust this kind of thing from Britain, and because of budget problems, the German Navy still used steam engines as power. But even so, the cost was as high as 1.95 million.

GBP.

"This 1.95 million pounds is not only the cost of warship construction but also the cost of replacement parts and sea trials. If we throw out the latter part, this number may be very good." Sipel thought for a while and said. (The author

I checked the cost of the König-class battleship and saw two quotes: 2.48 million pounds and 2.2 million pounds. The former stated in the remarks that it included the cost of sea trials and ammunition.)

"This is indeed a way. After all, after the battleship is built, His Majesty the Emperor cannot watch the battleship unable to conduct sea trials." Scheer nodded in agreement. Due to funding issues, Scheer and others can only do this, which is not bad.

Within the tolerance level, if we play bigger, it may not end well. After all, budget is not something that can be changed at will. As for Xixiang Congdao's behavior of buying a boat before the budget is down, it is stereotyped.

The Germans really can't do it.

"We need to reduce the number of the second batch of Helgeland-type battleships. They can be used as verification ships for some new technologies. We will equip the Helgeland-type battleships with new steam turbines and install kerosene mixed-burning boilers.

"We have redesigned the propeller layout plan, for example, abandoning the 3-axis propulsion of the Nassau class and replacing it with a new 4-axis propulsion. We also installed new fire control equipment, turret secondary guns, etc." Sipel continued.

Although the Nassau-class battleship is a replica of the Longxing-class, the Germans still adopted some German designs, such as old steam turbines, as well as the three-axis layout and closer propeller distance that Xu Jie thought was rather cunning.

etc. Therefore, the maneuverability of the Nassau-class battleships is still not as good as the Longxing-class battleships of the Chinese Navy. Also in terms of protection, the Germans have not fully adopted full protection, resulting in the Nassau-class being heavier and more expensive.

"Well, that's my opinion too. The Helgeland class can't have more than 3 ships at most. I think building two ships is enough. As long as the 350mm heavy gun is launched and the power system and hull design are verified, we can build it.

The German version of the ideal battleship." Scheer nodded and said.

"By the way, not long ago, the Krupp Artillery Factory's document mentioned that at a longer distance, such as a distance of about 15km, the spread of the 3-gun artillery is a bit too large. They believe that with the increase in artillery caliber,

If you continue to use the 3-part design

If so, then the artillery spacing will be drastically reduced. The impact on long-range shooting will also be greater. Moreover, the fire control of the three-mounted main gun during half salvo will be more troublesome. After all, one round is 4 rounds and one round is 5.

Send it." Siper said, holding up a document.

"This is just an excuse. They may feel that the development of the triple 350mm gun turret is a bit difficult, and they want to find a more secure solution." Scheer said with some dissatisfaction. "But it seems that we must compromise this time.

The shipyard stated that the width of the slipway will not increase significantly in the short term. If we continue to require equipment

For a 3-unit turret, when the hull width is certain, the underwater protection depth of the gun part will not be enough. This may be a serious problem for mine protection. Although we can increase the protection by increasing the thickness of the mine protection wall, but for

The best defense against extremely explosive torpedoes is the depth of underwater protection." Hipper also said with some regret.

"That means we can build about six ideal battleships equipped with eight 350mm45l main guns and a displacement of 25,000 tons? I always have a hunch that our batch of battleships will become the main force in early naval battles in future wars.

So we must

We must be cautious. I feel that before the war begins, we have reached the limit with 15 battleships plus a number of fast battleships." Scheer also tended to compromise with the industrial group, appropriately lowering the requirements in exchange for a more stable plan.

This one looks pretty good.

"In that case, our number of fast battleships may not be enough. We now have plans for two imitation Longtai-class battleships. These battleships will be equipped with steam turbines and are expected to enter service in two years. According to the current situation, our two

The speed of the new battleships may only be more than 24 knots. The Lord Admiralty gave us a quota of about 10 battleships. In addition to the 2 improved Longxing-class battleships

In addition to the six ideal battleships you mentioned, we probably only have the money to build two new fast battleships." Hipper said with some worry. Through some special channels, Hipper already knew

, Scheer is the future commander of the High Seas Fleet, and Hipper is the future commander of the fast fleet. Naturally, he has to pay more attention to the battleships in his hands. After all, his life is at stake!

"Is this a question? I am wondering if some battleships can be added to your fleet when necessary? We do not have sufficient funds like the British Empire Navy, so we must flexibly configure our fleet, and we will try our best to

Increase the speed of the fast fleet, but the number of battleships is always an unchangeable problem. What I am considering now is whether this problem can be solved through flexible organization." Faced with the concerns of his old partner, Scheer was still very serious.

"If I want to incorporate battleships into my fleet, I hope that the speed of these battleships will not be less than 24 knots. We may not be able to outrun the British battlecruisers, but we must at least outrun the British battleships!" Hipper was a little excited.

said. When I thought about the thing behind my butt,

The British battleships that were several times his own were chasing after him all the way, and Hipper felt a little numb. In his opinion, if he really accidentally ran into the British fleet, every bit of speed would not be enough. Of course,

, Hipper now doesn’t know that there is a problem with the British artillery shells!

"24 knots? If we want to meet this requirement, we may need to equip the warship with a fuel-fired boiler and improve the ship type at the same time, so as to achieve this requirement with a small increase in weight and a small increase in cost. In theory, I can give

Your fleet will leave two battleships with a speed of about 24 knots, and then add two additional specialized fast battleships to you, which means that the new ones I am planning now

The team composition is 2+4+2+2, 2 improved versions of the Longxing-class battleships, 4 standard battleships equipped with 8 350mm main guns, 2 capable of reaching a speed of 24 knots, equipped with

A battleship with a 350mm main gun, and two pure-blooded fast battleships, the speed of the latter can reach more than 25.5 knots!" Scheer thought for a while and came up with an improved plan.

"We can not consider the technical difficulties in a hurry. After all, there is still a long time to go. The first two Longxing Kai and four ideal battleships are enough to fill the order list within a few years. I think we will be able to complete the order list in four years."

To solve this problem. In other words, after the end of this round of shipbuilding plan, the number of fast battleships in your hands will reach 4 to 6. This number should be enough?" Scheer continued to explain.

"Six ships is the bottom line. My fleet must ensure the advantage over the British Navy's vanguard fleet. We are the eyes and ears of the High Seas Fleet. Fighting in the North Sea requires us to take huge risks and get close to our opponents. After all, there is too little good weather in the North Sea.

"Then I want to know what the performance of those two pure-blooded fast battleships will be?" Hipper asked with great concern.

"You may be disappointed. Compared with the Longtai class, these two pure-blooded fast battleships have improved their power systems and made some minor changes to the hull structure and protection. Their guns are still 12-inch 45l.

So it’s okay to think of them as first-class battleships. If so

In other words, the speed of your fast fleet is conservatively estimated to be over 24 knots. It cannot outrun the British fast fleet, but it should be no problem in outrunning the main fleet. As for equipping the fast battleships with larger-caliber main guns, that depends on the hon.

How much budget can the Lord Admiralty get for us?" Scheer said.

"It seems that my fleet is destined to be a hodgepodge, but if we can build larger and more expensive battleships, I wonder if you will still put the battleships equipped with 15-inch naval guns first? Instead of immediately launching the equipment

A fast battleship with a 14-inch gun?" Hipper asked.

"Okay, you are right. I always think that the role of fast battleships is to detect and fight against the opponent's fast fleet. If you want to give the British Empire a devastating blow, you must use battleships, so I hope you can

I understand." Scheer said sincerely.

"We have a shipbuilding plan, but what about our allies? What are the Italians, Austrians, and Turks doing? Although the battle between the German Empire's High Seas Fleet and the British Empire in the North Sea will determine the outcome of the naval battle part of this war,

But it also plays a key role in the Mediterranean and Indian Ocean directions. If the Italian Navy starts

If the Austro-Hungarian Navy and the Austro-Hungarian Navy can suppress the French Navy, the British Grand Fleet will have to divide its forces, and then our situation will be much better. As for the Indian Ocean, if the Turks can perform well, this will be important for the British Empire to gain from India and Oceania.

It is an absolute disaster for soldiers and supplies." Hipper expressed his opinion.

"In addition, once the war begins, Count Spey's Far East Fleet will definitely be besieged by the British, and the colonies in the Far East will definitely not be saved. If possible, I hope they can enter the Turkish ports and then command all maritime forces." Finally, he gave up.

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Yesterday, the number of subscriptions dropped, and it was less than one-third of the highest number of subscriptions this week--! The author feels so relieved--! Today is Friday, I don’t know if there will be any recommendations next week--! Please comfort~
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