Iwaki FE
| Tier III | Type: Cruiser | |
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| Variants | Iwaki |
| Hitpoints18 600 |
| Armor3 - 63 mm |
| Torpedo Damage Reduction0 % |
| 140mm 3rd Year Type5x1 |
| Firing Range12.2 km |
| Reload Time6 s |
| 180 Turn Time21.2 s |
| HE Max Damage2400 |
| HE Fire Chance10 % |
| HE Penetration23 mm |
| AP Max Damage2700 |
| Sigma2.0 |
| 610mm triple2x3 |
| Reload Time76 s |
| Max Damage16 267 |
| Detectability by Sea1.5 km |
| Range10 km |
| Speed59 kn |
| 25mm Type96 mod. 15x3 |
| DPS31 |
| Range3.1 km |
| Maximum Speed35 kn |
| Turning Circle Radius580 m |
| Rudder Shift Time3.8 s |
| Detectability by Sea9.4 km |
| Detectability by Air5.9 km |
| Detectability firing in smoke4.1 km |
Modules
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Hit Points | Min Armor (mm) | Max Armor (mm) | Torpedo Damage Reduction (%) | Main Battery Turrets | Torpedo Launchers | Rudder Shift (s) |
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| Stock | 18 600 | 3 | 63 | 0 | 5x1 | 2 | 3.8 |
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Turret Arrangement | Reload Time (s) | 180° Turn Time (s) | Max HE Damage | HE Fire Chance (%) | Max AP Damage |
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| 140mm 3rd Year Type | 5x1 | 6 | 21.2 | 2400 | 10 | 2700 |
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Main Battery Firing Range |
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| Stock | 12.2 km |
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Launcher Arrangement | Reload Time (s) | 180° Turn Time (s) | Max Damage | Range | Speed | Detection |
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| 610mm triple | 2x3 | 76s | 7.2s | 16 267 | 10 | 59 | 1.5 |
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Maximum Speed |
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| Stock | 35 kn |
Modifications
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Consumables
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| Accelerates repairs to damage modules, firefighting efforts and recovery from flooding. |
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| Generates a smoke screen behind the ship that reduces the risk of being detected by the enemy. |
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| Increases the range of guaranteed acquisition of enemy ships and torpedoes, including those within smoke screens. |
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Player Opinion
Pros:
- Devastating 10 km torpedoes in two triple launchers
- Fantastic utility with both smoke and sonar consumables
- Ability to equip three modifications, akin to tier VI, tech tree ships
Cons:
- Awkward gun layout forces aggressive playstyle
- Challenging torpedo angles limits effectiveness of launching entire salvo
Performance
Iwaki is, arguably, one of the best premiums at its tier in the game. While she looks like an uptiered Tenryu, she is a complete and total upgrade. Iwaki has an incredible amount of flexibility, due to its armament and utility. The former is composed of five, single gun 140 mm turrets, with three surrounding the bridge superstructure. Four of these guns are forward facing, which heavily favor aggressive gameplay. This is slightly different from the configuration of the Tenryu, which only has two, and should be played more passively.
Iwaki’s torpedoes are upgraded from the standard 8 km to the longer range 10 km variant, akin to the tier IV Furutaka. Although it carries six, firing effectively can be a challenge due to the fact the triple launchers are spaced so far apart along the center-line. At first glance it may appear it has a wide firing arc, but the two launchers merely overlap roughly half of it. This can lead to moments when only three torpedoes are available when a full salvo is needed. Regardless, they are devastating and should always be a concern for opposing players.
The most unique aspect of Iwaki is the ability to equip three modifications, similar to tier VI tech tree ships. Like Yubari, it has access to the invaluable Aiming Systems Mod 0, giving it laser accuracy. Curiously, it can also equip AA Guns Mod. 2, but this should not be considered. Additionally, Iwaki is the only IJN cruiser with smoke. Combined with sonar, it possesses the tools to deal with every problem.
Equip both Aiming Systems Mod 0 and 1, and Steering Gears Mod. 2. Use Mikawa to leverage his concealment trait and maximize his maneuverability/survivability skills. Yamamoto, for additional AP penetration, and AL Atago, for stealthier torpedoes and HE damage (with Arsonist), are great alternatives. Pressure DDs early, but be careful not to overextend. If teammates are spotting, do not hesitate to utilize one’s own smoke offensively. Otherwise it can be used defensively to get away and reposition.
Iwaki is rarely available for purchase. It was available for a short time in the Premium, Deluxe, and Ultimate Editions of the Founder’s Packs upon the game’s release. That particular ship was eventually renamed to Iwaki FE, along with the Arkansas FE, Marblehead FE, and Gremyashchy FE to reflect their unique status. Later, Iwaki was included in the physical release of the Firepower Deluxe Edition with Kamikaze, Texas, and Arizona.
Gallery
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