Huanghe
152 mm/57 B-38 on an MK-4 mount3 х 2 pcs. |
Rate of Fire8.57 shots/min. |
Reload Time7 sec. |
Rotation Speed7 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time25.71 sec. |
Firing Range13.18 km. |
Maximum Dispersion123 m. |
HE Shell152 mm OFU-35 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage2,200 |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell12 % |
Initial HE Shell Velocity950 m./s. |
HE Shell Weight55 kg. |
AP Shell152 mm AP-35 |
Maximum AP Shell Damage3,300 |
Initial AP Shell Velocity950 m./s. |
AP Shell Weight55 kg. |
100 mm/70 on an SM-5-1s mount4 х 2 pcs. |
Firing Range5 km. |
Rate of Fire15 shots/min. |
Reload Time4 sec. |
HE Shell100 mm HE-55 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage1,400 |
Initial HE Shell Velocity1000 m./s. |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell6 % |
533 mm Triple2 х 3 pcs. |
Rate of Fire0.76 shots/min. |
Reload Time79 sec. |
Rotation Speed25 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec. |
Torpedo533 mm 53-51 |
Maximum Damage14,400 |
Torpedo Speed60 knot |
Torpedo Range8.01 km. |
100 mm/70 on an SM-5-1s mount4 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second78 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
37 mm V-11 mount8 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second73.6 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.4 mount8 х 1 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second28.8 |
. . . Firing Range2.01 km. |
Maximum Speed33 knot |
Turning Circle Radius570 m. |
Rudder Shift Time6.7 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range9.26 km. |
Air Detectability Range6.44 km. |
Huanghe — Pan-Asian special premium Tier VI cruiser.
A British light cruiser (HMS Aurora) intended to carry out close reconnaissance and counter-destroyer missions. In 1948, the ship was transferred to the Republic of China (Taiwan) but defected to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) a year later, becoming its most powerful combat unit. In the early 1950s, a plan was drawn up for the refurbishment of the cruiser by replacing her weapons and equipment with Soviet-made models.Huanghe was first released for sale worldwide on 30 November 2017.
Modules
Hit Points (HP) | Armor (mm) | Armor (mm) | Main Turrets (pcs.) | Secondary Gun Turrets (pcs.) | AA Mounts (pcs.) | Torpedo Tubes (pcs.) | Hangar Capacity (pcs.) |
Research price (exp) |
Purchase price () | ||
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Huanghe | 24,100 | 10 | 100 | 3 | 4 | 8/8/4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Rate of Fire (shots/min) | Torpedo Tubes Reload Time (sec) | 180° Turn Time (sec) | Maximum Damage (HP) | Torpedo Speed (knot) | Torpedo Range (km) |
Research price (exp) |
Purchase price () | ||
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533 mm 53-51 | 0.8 | 79 | 7.2 | 14,400 | 60 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Compatible Upgrades
Slot 1 |
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Slot 2 |
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Slot 3 |
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Slot 4 |
Player Opinion
Performance
Huanghe is very much comparable to another Tier VI cruiser with a similar Crawling Smoke Generator consumable: HMAS Perth. However, there are some very key differences between the two. Huanghe only has three turrets to Perth’s four, but gains better shell characteristics, 0.4 kilometers more main battery range, and a faster main battery reload (by half a second).
Playing Huanghe should be familiar to Perth veterans, as they both have the same creeping smoke screen thanks to a unique Crawling Smoke Generator consumable that operates on a principle different from that found on other ships. While other smokes have a relatively short activation time when laying down the screen itself, the Huanghe’s smoke activation timer lasts for 90 seconds. However, each 'puff' of smoke only lasts for 10 seconds, dissipating soon after having been lain. When moving at less than 12.5 knots, it is possible to stay hidden in the smoke even while creeping in one direction or another.
It should also be noted that Huanghe has the lowest detection of any Tier VI cruiser, and is the only one with a sub-10.0 km base detection range currently. Having this is good news for the ship, as she needs all the advantages afforded by this low detectability and the unique smoke. This is because she also has the lowest health pool for cruisers at the tier, an "honor" previously afforded to Nürnberg. With only six guns total, she is also somewhat under-gunned for her tier, and she even has one less torpedo per broadside than Perth (with only three in each mount compared to Perth’s four). These three torpedoes also do less individual damage than Perth’s, though they do reload faster. Huanghe also gets a choice between mounting the Hydroacoustic Search and Torpedo Reload Booster consumables, making her the first non-destroyer class ship to gain access to the latter.
Pros:
- Can mount both Hydroacoustic Search and Crawling Smoke Generator simultaneously. Additionally, Torpedo Reload Booster can be taken in place of Hydroacoustic Search.
- The Crawling Smoke Generator consumable functions similarly to that on Perth. This allows the ship to move at low speeds while remaining concealed within a smoke cloud.
- Her quick rudder shift time combined with her small turning circle allow her to dodge long range fire easier than most cruisers.
- Good mid-range torpedoes with wide firing angles.
- Anti-aircraft armament is strong for her tier.
- Lowest surface and air detection ranges of all Tier VI cruisers.
- No citadel under the forward turrets, allowing Huanghe to fire four guns around a corner while taking only overpenetration damage.
Cons:
- Has the lowest amount of hit points of all Tier VI cruisers.
- The ship is lightly armored and often takes high damage from enemy armor piercing shells.
- Guns have a shorter firing range than most other cruisers at her tier.
- Firepower feels lacking due to the ship having few, small guns.
- Magazine under the forward turrets is unprotected by armor, making Huanghe very vulnerable to detonation.
Research
Optimal Configuration
Upgrades
The recommended upgrades for Huanghe are as follows:
- Slot 1: Auxiliary Armaments Modification 1
- Slot 2: Damage Control System Modification 1 *
- Slot 3: AA Guns Modification 1 *
- Slot 4: Steering Gears Modification 2
Upgrade Slot 2 provides three standard upgrade options. Of these, Damage Control System Modification 1 is generally viable. This slot also allows players to mount Hydroacoustic Search Modification 1 , a special modification which increases the action time of the Hydroacoustic Search consumable.
Upgrade Slot 3 provides Huanghe with the ability to specialize in certain roles. AA Guns Modification 1 is the best choice for players wishing to specialize in anti-aircraft duties. Aiming Systems Modification 1 is a generally viable choice which reduces the dispersion of main battery shells, increases torpedo traverse speed, and slightly improves the range and dispersion of the secondary battery. Players considering alternative builds may choose to equip Secondary Battery Modification 1 () to increase the ship's firepower in close-quarter engagements. This slot also allows players to mount Smoke Generator Modification 1 , a special upgrade which increases the action time of the Crawling Smoke Generator consumable. This upgrade is extremely useful and is highly recommended.
Commander Skills
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Cost (points) |
Endurance | Attack | Support | Versatility | ||||
1 |
★★ |
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★ |
Χ |
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Χ |
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Χ |
2 |
★ |
★ |
★ |
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★ |
Χ |
★★ |
★ |
3 |
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★ |
★ |
Χ |
★ |
★★ |
★★ |
★ |
4 |
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★★★ |
Χ |
★ |
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★★★ |
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful ★★ - Frequently Useful ★ - Occasionally Useful No stars - Meh Χ - Not recommended |
Consumables
Huanghe can equip the following consumables:
- Slot 1: Damage Control Party
- Slot 2: Torpedo Reload Booster or Hydroacoustic Search
- Slot 3: Crawling Smoke Generator
Huanghe's Crawling Smoke Generator is the same as Perth's in terms of performance. Torpedo Reload Booster is not recommended due to the lack of torpedoes the ship has, thus leaving Hydroacoustic Search as the only preferable option for Slot 2.
Camouflage
As a premium ship, Huanghe comes included with Type 10 camouflage that lowers her detection radius, reduces the accuracy of incoming shells, and increases the amount of experience she earns.
Signals
As a Tier VI cruiser, Huanghe can quickly spew out fire like most other Tier VI cruisers. To boost the effectiveness of her firepower, India X-Ray () and Victor Lima () are highly recommended in order to increase the fire chance of her shells. Sierra Mike () will help Huanghe feel slightly more nimble while November Foxtrot () will help get her consumables off cooldown faster.
As Huanghe is a premium ship, various economic and special signal flags can be mounted to further boost the economic and experience gains of the ship. However, as a mid-tier premium Huanghe does not make as much profit compared to a higher tier premium, so the economic and special signal flags may be saved for a higher tiered ship.
Recommended Signal Flags | |||||
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Combat | |||||
★ |
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★★★ |
★★★ |
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★ |
★★★ |
★★ |
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Note: Use of the Juliet Charlie signal makes detonation impossible.
Gallery
Flag of Huanghe. Given to players who purchased a special bundle containing Huanghe.
Historical Info
Historical Gallery
Video
References
- HMS Aurora (12) - Wikipedia
- Arethusa-class cruiser (1934) - Wikipedia
- The Pan-Asian Invasion Arrives with Huanghe - HUANGHE ARMADA - News - World of Warships
- Armada: Huanghe - World of Warships Official Channel - YouTube
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