Öland

12.4

Öland

Destroyer | Europe | Tier VIII

Tech Tree Position

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General

Research price110000 exp

Purchase price8,800,000

Hit Points12,700

Main Battery

120 mm/50 Model 1942 in a turret2 х 2 pcs.

Rate of Fire24 shots/min.

Reload Time2.5 sec.

Rotation Speed10 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time18 sec.

Firing Range9.16 km.

Maximum Dispersion90 m.

HE Shell120 mm HE M1942

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,700

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell7 %

Initial HE Shell Velocity850 m./s.

HE Shell Weight23.5 kg.

AP Shell120 mm AP M1942

Maximum AP Shell Damage2,150

Initial AP Shell Velocity850 m./s.

AP Shell Weight23.5 kg.

Torpedo Tubes

533 mm Triple2 х 3 pcs.

Rate of Fire1.02 shots/min.

Reload Time59 sec.

Rotation Speed25 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec.

TorpedoTorped M1943

Maximum Damage7,533

Torpedo Speed76 knot

Torpedo Range12 km.

AA Defense

120 mm/50 Model 1942 in a turret2 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second48.6

. . . Firing Range5.19 km.

40 mm/56 Bofors L/60 Model 1936 on a single mount4 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second30

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

25 mm akan L/64 Model 1932 on a single mount7 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second19.6

. . . Firing Range2.49 km.

40 mm/56 Bofors L/60 Model 19361 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second10.6

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed35 knot

Turning Circle Radius610 m.

Rudder Shift Time4.7 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range7.2 km.

Air Detectability Range3.2 km.

Battle Levels

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12.4

Öland

Destroyer | Europe | Tier VIII

Tech Tree Position

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General

Research price110000 exp

Purchase price8,800,000

Hit Points14,100

Main Battery

120 mm/50 Model 1942 in a turret2 х 2 pcs.

Rate of Fire24 shots/min.

Reload Time2.5 sec.

Rotation Speed10 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time18 sec.

Firing Range10.08 km.

Maximum Dispersion90 m.

HE Shell120 mm HE M1942

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,700

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell7 %

Initial HE Shell Velocity850 m./s.

HE Shell Weight23.5 kg.

AP Shell120 mm AP M1942

Maximum AP Shell Damage2,150

Initial AP Shell Velocity850 m./s.

AP Shell Weight23.5 kg.

Torpedo Tubes

533 mm Triple2 х 3 pcs.

Rate of Fire0.86 shots/min.

Reload Time70 sec.

Rotation Speed25 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec.

TorpedoTorped M1943 mod 1

Maximum Damage10,700

Torpedo Speed76 knot

Torpedo Range12 km.

AA Defense

120 mm/50 Model 1942 in a turret2 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second48.6

. . . Firing Range5.19 km.

40 mm/56 Bofors L/60 Model 1936 on a single mount2 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second15

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

25 mm akan L/64 Model 1932 on a single mount7 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second19.6

. . . Firing Range2.49 km.

40 mm/56 Bofors L/60 Model 19363 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second31.8

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed35 knot

Turning Circle Radius610 m.

Rudder Shift Time3.4 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range7.2 km.

Air Detectability Range3.2 km.

Battle Levels

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VIII

8,800,000

Öland — European Tier VIII destroyer.

A destroyer built on the basis of the experience gained during World War II. The ship's powerful AA defenses were provided by semi-automatic, dual-purpose main battery mounts and a large number of automatic AA guns.

Modules

	Rate of Fire (shots/min)	180° Turn Time (sec)	Maximum Dispersion (m)	Maximum HE Shell Damage (HP)	Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell (%)	Maximum AP Shell Damage (HP)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
120 mm/50 Model 1942 in a turret	24	18	90	1,700	7	2,150		0	600,000

	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 ()
Öland (A)	12,700	6	20	2		7/4/1/2	2			0	900,000
Öland (B)	14,100	6	20	2		2/3	2			30,000	2,400,000

	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 ()
Torped M1943	1	59	7.2	7,533	76	12		0	600,000
Torped M1943 mod 1	0.9	70	7.2	10,700	76	12		20,000	1,800,000

	IDS_SHIP_PARAM_SUO_INCREASE_DIST (%)	Maximum Firing Range (km)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
SUO Mk 8 Mod. 1		0		0	600,000
SUO Mk 8 Mod. 2		0		20,000	1,800,000

	Maximum Speed (knot)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Propulsion: 44,000 hp	35		0	600,000

Compatible Upgrades

Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4
Slot 5

Player Opinion

Performance

Warning. The data presented in the AA Defense sidebar section may be incorrect.
For a graphic summary of ships Tiers VIII thru XI see LittleWhiteMouse's "Actual AA DPS".

Öland is the Tier VIII Tech Tree ship of the Pan-European destroyer branch and offers only a few improvements over her Tier VII sister Skåne.

Out of the box Öland seems like an underarmed ship. Her main battery count is the lowest of any Tier VIII destroyer (on par with Ognevoi) and six torpedo tubes in total makes her the undisputed lowest in that regard. However, Öland has the means to make up for the deficient numbers. For one, her main battery offers a high rate of fire with each gun firing 24 rounds per minute, before upgrades are being considered. This gives Öland a competitve dpm compared to her peers. What remains lackluster however is the low main battery range, although this could be compensated for using the captain skill Main Battery and AA Expert.

The torpedo armament is not only the lowest in tube count, but also the lowest in Alpha strike, with every torpedo hitting for just a little over 10,000 damage. This rules out the usage of these in the hopes of devstriking larger targets unless a lucky magazine detonation saves the day. What the torpedoes lack in hitting power they do make up for in speed and range. A long range of 12km and 76kn speed make these very comfortable to use, although the torpedo reload in comparison to the torpedo count is rather long.

In regards to her survivability Öland has many hurdles to overcome. Her hitpool is the lowest of any Tier VIII destroyer and what makes matters very complicated is the lack of the Smoke Generator  consumable, making ever single mistake very costly. Thankfully, Öland comes equipped with the Repair Party  consumable to restore some lost hitpoints, but this tool can not help Öland when caught out in an unfortunate location.

High continuous AA values, a good amount of flak, as well as access to the Defensive AA Fire  consumable with no trade offs mean that Öland can be a costly target to strike for an aircraft carrier. Unfortunately Tier X carriers will still be able to overcome Öland's defenses and hit her hard, which given her low hitpool will make every bomb, rocket or torpedo hit a painful loss.

Öland's playstyle depends a lot on opportunities and team support. She can engage destroyers but it can cost her dearly, and going anywhere without an exit route is an invitation for the enemy to send Öland back to port. Capture points can be contested, but the lack of smoke should be compensated for by always keeping the situation in check, and disengaging as soon as the situation goes out of control.

Pros:

• Very good main battery rate of fire
• Very fast torpedoes with very good range and a fairly quick reload
• Excellent AA suite as well as access to the Defensive AA Fire  consumable
• Decent concealment
• Access to the Repair Party  consumable

Cons:

• Lacks the Smoke Generator  consumable
• Ship speed is lacking for a destroyer
• Lowest torpedo alpha damage for a Tier 8 destroyer
• Very low hitpoint pool
• Short main battery range

Research

Availability of researchable upgrades for Öland is as follows:

• Hull: Upgrade to Hull (B) for an increase in hitpoints, AA and maneuverability. Research of this module unlocks progression to Östergötland.
• Gun Fire Control System: Upgrade to SUO Mk8 Mod 2 for an extra 10% range on the main battery.

Upgrading to the (B) Hull should be priority, as Öland's low hitpool should take any improvement it can get.

Optimal Configuration

Upgrades

The recommended upgrades for Öland are as follows:

• Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1
• Slot 2: Engine Room Protection
• Slot 3: Torpedo Tubes Modification 1
• Slot 4: Propulsion Modification 1
• Slot 5: Concealment System Modification 1 

Commander Skills

Recommended Commander Skills
Cost (points)	Attack				Defense
1	Grease the Gears +15% main battery traverse speed.	Liquidator +30% chance (multiplicative) of causing flooding.	Consumables Specialist -10% cooldown time of: Main Battery Reload Booster , Torpedo Reload Booster , Spotting Aircraft , Catapult Fighter , & Defensive AA Fire .	Gun Feeder -40% time to switch shell type.	Incoming Fire Alert Receive a warning about a salvo fired at your ship from more than 4.5 km.	Preventive Maintenance -30% chance of main armament, engines, steering becoming incapacitated. ★★
2	Demolition Expert +1% chance of main and secondary HE shells causing a fire. +15% to the damage-inflicting area of HE shells fired at submarines.	Swift Fish +5% torpedo speed. ★★	Consumables Enhancements +10% action time of: Hydroacoustic Search , Surveillance Radar , Smoke Generator , & Engine Boost . ★★	Extra-Heavy Ammunition +7.5% main battery AP shell damage. +10% damage from depth charges.	Priority Target The detection indicator will show the number of enemies aiming at you with main battery.	Last Stand The ship remains able to move and maneuver - slowly - while the engine or steering gears are incapacitated. ★★
3	Main Battery & AA Specialist -5% main battery reload time. +10% continuous AA damage.	Fill the Tubes -10% torpedo tubes reload time. ★★	Adrenaline Rush -0.2% reload time of all armaments per 1% HP lost +0.2% AA continuous damage per 1% HP lost. ★★	Inertial Fuse for HE Shells +25% armor penetration of HE shells Base fire chance reduced by half.	Superintendent +1 charge to all consumables.	Survivability Expert +350 HP per ship tier.
4	Main Battery & AA Expert +20% main battery range. +15% flak damage.	Swift in Silence So long as the ship remains undetected: +8% ship speed +5% main battery reload time. ★★	Radio Location Shows the direction to the nearest enemy ship. The enemy is alerted that a bearing has been taken..	Fearless Brawler +1 flak burst per salvo. -10% main battery reload when ship is spotted.	Concealment Expert -10% detectability range of the ship. ★★	Dazzle For 15 seconds after you are detected: +20% dispersion of enemy shells fired at you.
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful      ★★ - Frequently Useful      ★ - Occasionally Useful     No stars - Not Useful

Consumables

Öland equips the following consumables:

• Damage Control Party 
• Repair Party 
• Defensive AA Fire 
• Engine Boost 

Signals

Recommended Signal Flags
Combat
Juliet Charlie -100% to the risk of magazine detonation. ★★	Juliet Yankee Bissotwo -20% to flooding duration.	India Yankee -20% to fire duration.	Hotel Yankee -20% to damage received when ramming the enemy. +50% to damage dealt when ramming the enemy.	Victor Lima +1% chance for HE bombs and shells with a caliber above 160mm causing a fire. +0.5% chance for bombs and smaller shells causing a fire. +4% chance of torpedoes causing flooding. ★★	India X-Ray +1% chance for HE bombs and shells with a caliber above 160mm causing a fire. +0.5% chance for bombs and smaller shells causing a fire. +5% to the risk of your ship's magazine detonating. ★★
Juliet Whiskey Unaone +15% chance of causing flooding. +5% to the risk of your ship's magazine detonating.	Mike Yankee Soxisix +5% to secondary battery maximum firing range. -5% to maximum dispersion of secondary battery shells. -5% to secondary battery loading time.	November Echo Setteseven +5% continuous AA damage at all ranges. +5% damage from flak bursts.	Sierra Mike +5% to the ship's maximum speed. ★★★	November Foxtrot -5% reload time on all consumables.	India Delta +20% to the amount of HP recovered when Repair Party  is used. ★★★
X-Ray Papa Unaone +15% action time of a Smoke Generator .	Sierra Bravo +10% action time of Hydroacoustic Search  -10% reload time of Defensive AA Fire .

Note: Use of the Juliet Charlie signal makes detonation impossible.

Gallery

Historical Info

Öland, 1947

Construction

Builder: Kockums, Malmö, Sweden

Laid down: 1943

Launched: 15th December 1945

Commissioned: December 1947

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Specifications

1,880 tons displacement, standard

112m length

11.2m beam

3.4m draft

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Machinery

2 Penhoët boilers and 2 sets of turbines

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Performance

35 knots at 44,000 shaft horsepower

2,500 nm at 20 knots

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Armor

Splinter protection for the bridge and machinery compartments

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Armament

Main

Four (2x2) 120mm L/50 Model 1942 dual purpose guns

Anti-aircraft

Six (3x2) 40mm L/60 Bofors

Seven (7x1) 25mm L/64 Model 1932

Torpedoes

Six (2x3) 533mm torpedo tubes

History

Design

Already during World War 2 the Swedish Navy considered building new destroyers to fill up the ranks of the otherwise mostly outdated ships. Being able to observe the events of the war while not actively participating gave the designers the opportunity to implement lessons learned while not being under large stress like for example the Kriegsmarine.

The hull was overall 112m long and 11.2m wide, with a standard displacement of 3.4m. At such dimensions these ships would displace 1,880 tons, although a full load would increase this number to 2,250 tons. A feature that was uncommon to almost all navies at that time was the usage of splinter protection for the hull, with large sections being covered with thin armor that would increase survivability agianst small arms fire and near hits.

The main armament consisted of four guns, distributed evenly in two turrets with one on each end of the ship. Each of the turrets housed two 120mm L/50 Model 1942 guns, which would fire a 23.5kg heavy shells at ranges up to 19.1km. The loading mechanisms of these guns allowed a rate of fire of up to 20 rounds per minute, and the elevation angles made these guns suitable for anti-aircraft-usage, an important feature of this class. The torpedo armament was compared to that of other navies very light. Only six 533mm torpedo tubes in two triple launchers, placed on the centerline of the ship, were installed.

The light AA armament followed the principles of the heavy AA armament, and was planned in from the very beginning in high numbers. Three twin mounts of the famous 40mm Bofors as well as seven single mounted 25mm Bofors guns made up the automatic AA weaponry.

The propulsion consisted of two boilers and two sets of turbines, which generated up to 44,000 shaft horsepower each for a maximum speed of 35 knots. Fuel tanks with up to 300 tons capacity would permit a 2,500nm cruising range at a speed of 20 knots.

Historical Gallery

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  HSwMS Öland (J16) during sea trials in the 1940s.

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  Öland at sea.

References

1. Öland-class destroyer - Wikipedia

Ship Change Log

See here for links to Update notes.

• Available for testing by supertesters in the game starting from Update 0.9.0.

Testing Changes

• Dec 5, 2019:
  • Preliminary characteristics.
• Dec 27, 2019:
  • Updated ship's AA guns and continuous AA damage:
    • Continuous damage of the short-range AA guns increased from 46 to 49.
    • Continuous damage of the mid-range AA guns decreased from 161 to 95.
    • Continuous damage of the long-range AA guns increased from 63 to 70.
• Jan 10, 2020:
  • Number of charges of the Repair Party consumable increased from 1(2) to 2(3).
  • Main battery reload time decreased from 3.5 to 2.5 s.
  • Detectability ranges decreased:
    • By ships from 8.02 to 7.22 km.
    • After firing main guns in smoke from 2.9 to 2.57 km.
    • By aircraft from 3.46 to 3.12 km.
  • Surveillance Radar consumable removed and replaced with the Defensive AA Fire consumable.
• Feb 21, 2020:
  • Main battery reload time increased from 2.5 to 2.6 s.
  • Detectability range by ships increased from 7.22 to 7.42 km. Other detectability ranges increased accordingly.
• Mar 6, 2020:
  • Repair Party consumable action time increased from 10 to 14 s.
  • Main battery reload time decreased from 2.6 to 2.5 s.

• Introduced in Update 0.9.2 for European tokens in the Armory.
• Introduced into the game as a researchable ship in Update 0.9.3.
  • Basic torpedo modules are now researchable. The characteristics of the new base module are similar to the characteristics of the researchable torpedo module of the destroyer of the previous tier.
  • Minor fixes to textures and ship model.
• Update 0.9.4:
  • Stock torpedo tubes reload time decreased from 70 to 59 s.
• Update 0.11.7:
  • The special (early access) permanent camouflage was renamed to "Traditions of the North".

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