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What are four types of guns found on the battleship?
The Russian Borodino class battleships during the battle of Tsushima in 1905 had: Four 12" guns, Twelve 6" guns, Twenty 75mm guns, and Twenty 47mm guns. The 12" main batteries were for engageing enemy battleships, the secondary 6" guns were for enemy cruisers, and the 75mm & 47mm guns were for fending off torpedo boats and torpedo boat destroyers.
What do battleships carry?
Basically, a battleship is typified by large guns, and thick armor since the late 1800's. In World War 1 battleships also carried torpedoes and a variety of smaller guns, but they never got close enough to use them, and these were done away with.
How far can a dreadnought fire its guns?
The range of a dreadnought's guns varies depending on the specific type and caliber of the artillery installed. Generally, early 20th-century dreadnought battleships, equipped with 12-inch (305 mm) or larger guns, could fire shells up to 15 to 20 miles (24 to 32 kilometers) effectively. Modern naval artillery on advanced battleships or cruisers can achieve even greater ranges, sometimes exceeding 25 miles (40 kilometers) with advanced munitions. However, effective targeting and accuracy decrease at longer distances.
What type of guns did the Yamato battleship use?
The Yamato and Musashi were Yamato Class battleships that each had 18.1 inch naval guns as their main armament ~ see related link below to additional information .
Japanese impressed with what of the Americans?
their powerful ships and guns
What is the most powerful battleship built in World War 2?
There were two , the Japanese battleships Yamato and Musashi which were the largest and most powerful of any battleships ever constructed .
What kind of guns do battleships have.?
Battleships are typically equipped with large-caliber naval artillery, primarily featuring main guns ranging from 12 to 16 inches in diameter. These guns are designed for long-range fire and can launch both armor-piercing and high-explosive shells. In addition to the main batteries, battleships often include secondary armaments such as smaller caliber anti-aircraft guns and machine guns for defense against smaller vessels and aircraft. The combination of heavy artillery and layered defenses makes battleships formidable in naval warfare.
Why did the US Navy stop using battleships?
Battleships have been taken out of service because the Navy thinks they cost too much to operate and are too big, old and clumsy for being in service. A lot of people don't get why the Navy would take battleships out of service. Over the years, they have been upgraded and are now equipped with weapons such as missiles. It was proven in 1991 that battleships still play a role in the Navy. Their 16-inch guns hammered Baghdad and other cities. They are also very powerful and would be able to take a lot of damage.
Is a battleship the same thing as a warship-if not what is the difference?
merely the use of words to describe the same object..
Which ship was referred to as the big gun?
US Nany battleships with 16" guns.
What are four types of guns found on the battleship?
The Russian Borodino class battleships during the battle of Tsushima in 1905 had: Four 12" guns, Twelve 6" guns, Twenty 75mm guns, and Twenty 47mm guns. The 12" main batteries were for engageing enemy battleships, the secondary 6" guns were for enemy cruisers, and the 75mm & 47mm guns were for fending off torpedo boats and torpedo boat destroyers.
How long have battleships been around?
If you mean the metal armoured modern battleships, they have been around since about 1900
What do battleships carry?
Basically, a battleship is typified by large guns, and thick armor since the late 1800's. In World War 1 battleships also carried torpedoes and a variety of smaller guns, but they never got close enough to use them, and these were done away with.
What does bb on battleships mean?
In the context of battleships, "BB" stands for "Battleship" and is part of the hull classification symbol used by the United States Navy. It designates a large, heavily armed warship designed for naval warfare, characterized by its powerful guns and armor. The "BB" designation is followed by a number indicating the specific ship, such as BB-61 for the USS Iowa.
What kind of weapons did the battleships have?
Prior to 1906, battleships are called pre-dreadnaughts; after 1906, they're called dreadnaughts, since HMS Dreadnaught was launched in 1906. Pre-Dreadnaughts, such as the Russian battleships (Borodino class) during the Battle of Tsushima in May 1905 consisted of four 12" main guns; twelve 6" guns; and twenty 75mm guns; plus torpedo tubes front and aft. After the Russian-Japanese War of 1904-1905; HMS Dreadnaught was launched with all 12" guns; later came 14", 15", the Iowa class 16" & Yamato class 18" guns.
What are the type of battleship?
1. Pre-Dreadnaught 12" gunned Russian Battleships at the Battle of Tsushima in 1905. 2. Dreadnaught 12"/13"/14" gunned US/British Battleships WWI. 3. Fast Battleships Iowa Class 16" guns WWII.
Are machine guns fast and powerful than Gatling guns?
Yes.
