Chapter 2626 Americans’ Adjustments 2

The key point here is that construction of several Lexington-class battlecruisers has already begun. If you stop construction at this time, the losses will be huge. "Benson still wants to fight for it.

"For the disposal of the Lexington class, we can convert some of the faster-building warships into aircraft carriers, and the rest will be scrapped or converted to other uses. To be honest, it is really difficult for me to understand a ship with only a 7-inch armor belt. How long can battleships survive on the battle line? Their defense may not be better than old Fletcher's armored cruiser! As long as a suitable hit bomb costs tens of millions of dollars in battleships and the lives of thousands of American officers and soldiers It will be reduced to ashes in a firework!" said Magiffin.

"An aircraft carrier of more than 40,000 tons? Are you going to carry 200 aircraft? This is incredible." Benson said.

"Actually, it is incredible that the South Dakota-class battleship followed the New Mexico-class defense system. We built at least a fourth-class battleship with a less advanced defense system! This defense system is completely behind the times. And the Lexington's The defense system can already be described as a crime! That is an oversized crispy skin!" Ma Jifen finally broke out.

"Originally, we have sufficient experience and reasons to complete better designs. When it comes to defense issues, don't the British have enough lessons from their mistakes? Even we ourselves have them, such as the USS New York that was damaged by the Japanese. Battleship! But in the end, God knows how Lexington's plan was passed. Our biggest enemy is not on the battlefield, but at home!" Magiffin's words were already very heartbreaking.

"So, General Fletcher, what do you mean?" Sims said. After all, after this war, as one of the few positive examples in the U.S. Navy, Old Fletcher will definitely be reused in the future. of. His opinion is crucial!

"Well, I agree with General Magiffin." Old Fletcher didn't say much, but it was the final word. Benson was destined to leave, and the naval fleet had actually reached an agreement, and Sims was also inclined to By McGiffin. Therefore, during wartime, their request to modify the plan for building warships is very likely to be passed! As for the cost issue, it’s not a problem at all! The real problem lies in the construction delay caused by modifying the design. It is impossible for the Americans to wait until the new warships are put into service before launching an offensive, right?

"It is urgent to build our own fast fleet. And new battleships will take a long time, so we currently have only one option, which is to directly purchase ready-made battleships. The Bavaria class is unlikely, but the German and Austro-Hungarian Empire's 14 You can buy a battleship with an inch gun," Sims said.

"What about the quantity?" Magiffin asked.

"Four to six ships, but I estimate that six ships may have difficulties." Sims said.

"Four ships may not be enough. The combat effectiveness of the Japanese battle fleet is still very high. Four Helgoland-class battleships are not enough to contain the opponent. We cannot entangle the opponent when the opponent withdraws.

It cannot delay the opponent's attack. A fast fleet that is not strong enough is of limited use unless the Germans are still fighting alongside us. "Sr. Fletcher said.

The Bavaria-class battleships are one level stronger than the Helgoland-class battleships. They were caught off guard and were beaten by the Japanese fleet in a panic. This was because Su Xiong had excellent "microcontrol"! Coupled with good luck, we didn't sink in the battle. If this were commanded by Americans, it would be really hard to say. In fact, the 6 Helgoland-class battleships may not be as strong as the 4 Bavaria. After all, the six Helgoland-class battleships have a slight advantage in projection, but their firepower and defense are very different. It can even be said that the 14-inch guns can hardly pose a threat to Japan's Fuso-class battleships.

"However, we are now trapped in an endless loop. If we and the Germans can cooperate sincerely, we can safely get through this window period without buying warships." Ma Jifen said.

"Actually, 4 ships are also possible." Sims insisted, because he knew that it would be really difficult to buy 6 fast battleships at once!

"It's not enough. Don't forget that the Japanese two Nagato-class battleships are about to enter service. Their progress is at least half a year ahead of our fast battleships. By that time, it is estimated that even if General Suxiong brings 4 Bavaria-class battleships, Battleships, I'm afraid the pressure will be quite high. Although the military must be subordinated to war, I have to say that in terms of fast fleets, it will be very difficult for us to leave the Germans alone." Ma Jifen said.

"Hiss..." Sims also felt a headache. He couldn't help but have a headache. If Fuso's 15-inch naval gun can already pose a huge threat to the 343MM thick side armor of the American battleship, then in the long-term Under the attack of the 16-inch naval gun of the Gate, the 343MM side armor can be described as fragile. Although Japan only has two such warships, the U.S. Navy has to guard against it! To be honest, after some research, Sims believes that the so-called American Iron Turtle's side defense is actually not as good as that of the Helgoland-class battleships. Therefore, apart from having more pipes, the American Iron Turtle is really embarrassing.

"Are we trying to buy new warships from other countries, such as France or Italy?" Benson thought for a while and said.

"The Italian Calagiono can be considered, but the prerequisite is that the defense must be increased, and the construction period must be as soon as possible. The purpose of purchasing these battleships is to fill the gap before our battleships enter service. If the time is too late, then purchase It’s worthless.”

"As for the French? Their Normandy-class battleship is just an improved version of the Brestany, and it still uses 340MM artillery, and its speed has been greatly improved. But the defense is average, especially the water defense, which is far inferior to our battleships. Of course, the most intolerable thing is the progress of the project. None of them are currently in the water, which does not have much significance in improving the combat effectiveness of the US fleet." Ma Jifen said mercilessly.

"It's always a good thing to have more battleships. We can transfer some unusable old-fashioned dreadnoughts to the reserves. They are indeed not suitable for the current war." Sims thought for a while and said.

"Italian warships can be considered, but French ones are not needed." Ma Jifen's attitude is still firm!

"We can get the French guys to add some motivation," Sims said.

"I reserve my opinion." Ma Jifen gritted his teeth and decided to fight to the end!

"So what do you think? Old General Fletcher? The future commander of the fleet." Sims said.

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