Sims

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Sims

Destroyer | U.S.A. | Tier VII

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General

Purchase priceSpecial

Hit Points13,800

Main Battery

IDS_PAGM135_5IN38_MK30_MOD14 х 1 pcs.

Rate of Fire17.96 shots/min.

Reload Time3.34 sec.

Rotation Speed34 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time5.29 sec.

Firing Range12.88 km.

Maximum Dispersion111 m.

HE Shell127 mm HE Mk32

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,800

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell5 %

Initial HE Shell Velocity792 m./s.

HE Shell Weight24.5 kg.

AP Shell127 mm AP/SC Mk38

Maximum AP Shell Damage2,100

Initial AP Shell Velocity792 m./s.

AP Shell Weight25 kg.

Torpedo Tubes

533 mm Quad2 х 4 pcs.

Rate of Fire0.69 shots/min.

Reload Time87 sec.

Rotation Speed25 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec.

TorpedoMk15 mod. 0

Maximum Damage11,600

Torpedo Speed65 knot

Torpedo Range6.99 km.

AA Defense

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.30 mod.0 mount2 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second21.4

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

IDS_PAGM137_5IN38_MK30_MOD11 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second10.7

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

IDS_PAGM135_5IN38_MK30_MOD11 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second10.7

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.4 mount4 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second22.4

. . . Firing Range2.01 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed38.5 knot

Turning Circle Radius500 m.

Rudder Shift Time2.7 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range7.33 km.

Air Detectability Range2.93 km.

Battle Levels

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13.11

Sims

Destroyer | U.S.A. | Tier VII

Tech Tree Position

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General

Purchase priceSpecial

Hit Points13,800

Main Battery

IDS_PAGM135_5IN38_MK30_MOD14 х 1 pcs.

Rate of Fire17.96 shots/min.

Reload Time3.34 sec.

Rotation Speed34 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time5.29 sec.

Firing Range12.88 km.

Maximum Dispersion111 m.

HE Shell127 mm HE Mk32

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,800

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell5 %

Initial HE Shell Velocity792 m./s.

HE Shell Weight24.5 kg.

AP Shell127 mm AP/SC Mk38

Maximum AP Shell Damage2,100

Initial AP Shell Velocity792 m./s.

AP Shell Weight25 kg.

Torpedo Tubes

533 mm Quad2 х 4 pcs.

Rate of Fire0.79 shots/min.

Reload Time76 sec.

Rotation Speed25 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec.

TorpedoIDS_PAPT015_MK8_MOD2B

Maximum Damage9,667

Torpedo Speed49 knot

Torpedo Range10.5 km.

AA Defense

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.30 mod.0 mount2 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second21.4

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

IDS_PAGM137_5IN38_MK30_MOD11 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second10.7

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

IDS_PAGM135_5IN38_MK30_MOD11 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second10.7

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.4 mount4 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second22.4

. . . Firing Range2.01 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed38.5 knot

Turning Circle Radius500 m.

Rudder Shift Time2.7 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range7.33 km.

Air Detectability Range2.93 km.

Battle Levels

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VII

Special

Sims — American special premium Tier VII destroyer.

The new destroyer design was similar to the Mahan class, but she was larger than her predecessor, and her main guns were mounted on a ring-shaped base instead of the central pin. When construction was complete, overloading was detected, which led to removing one torpedo launcher and transferring the second one to the center. With the entry of the United States into World War II, USS Sims joined the same strike group as aircraft carrier Yorktown. On May 7, 1942, during the Battle of the Coral Sea, the destroyer sank as a result of an attack by Japanese dive bombers.

Sims was first sold in pre-order bundles from 8 April through 25 June 2015.

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 ()
127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.30 mod.0/mod.1 mount	18	5.3	111	1,800	5	2,100		0	0

	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 ()
Sims	13,800	10	20	4		4/4	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 ()
Bliss Leavitt Mk7 mod. 2B	0.8	76	7.2	9,666	49	10.5		0	0
Mk15 mod. 0	0.7	87	7.2	11,600	65	7		0	0

	IDS_SHIP_PARAM_SUO_INCREASE_DIST (%)	Maximum Firing Range (km)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Mk6 mod. 1		0		0	0

	Maximum Speed (knot)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Propulsion: 50,000 hp	38.5		0	0

Compatible Upgrades

Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4

Player Opinion

Performance

Warning: The data presented in the AA Defense sidebar section may be incorrect.
Refer to the in-game Port screens for more useful data.

Fans of the American destroyer line will be very comfortable in Tier VII premium Sims. She's fast, highly maneuverable, her guns spit out shells at a amazing 18 rounds per minute, and they turn fast... very fast. Her surface detectability is somewhat high as is typical of mid-tier American destroyers, but is lower than that of her tech tree cousin Mahan at just 7.3 km. Her turning radius is a mere 500 meters, allowing her to quickly and decisively dodge incoming shells and torpedoes.

Sims captains have a choice of torpedo modules, one that will portend how they intend to play her. Aggressive captains can equip the Mk15 mod. 0 torpedoes and fight in close quarters and around islands. She inherits this style of play from her predecessors like Nicholas and Farragut. Conversely, cagier captains can equip the Bliss Leavitt Mk7 mod. 2B torpedoes and fire them from stealth; however, the longer-legged torpedoes only do a little more than 8,000 damage a pop and travel at a snail-like 49 knots. While the ability to fire torpedoes from beyond her detection range is good practice for Benson and later American destroyers - and a capability that her lower-tier cousins do not have - in this configuration, Sims’ torpedo armament is best described as "anemic".

While her guns have low chance per shell of setting ships on fire, they put out so many shells that a target being focused will probably catch fire eventually. A reasonable marksman can — with some practice — hit sluggish capital ships like battleships and carriers over and over and over at medium range. She's also very capable of engaging other destroyers at ranges under 7.0 km and quickly dispatching them with her high rate of fire.

Pros:

• Two centerline-mounted quadruple torpedo launchers, each one able to fire to both sides.
• Guns have very fast turret traverse; they are always on target.
• High rate of fire from her main battery.
• Good acceleration and agility.
• Second fastest American destroyer in the game with a top speed of 38.5 knots (behind Somers).
• Can mount the Defensive AA Fire  consumable; Sims’ AA can be made fairly respectable with the right mix of commander skills, upgrades, and signal flags.
• Can fire up to a range of 15.5km with a captain with Main Battery & AA Expert. However, hitting anything but the slowest of Battleships will prove incredibly challenging.
• Outstanding turning circle radius of only 500m.

Cons:

• The Bliss-Leavitt torpedoes are very slow at 49 knots and only deal 8,500 maximum damage.
• The Mk 15 mod. 0 torpedoes are fast and deal decent damage, but have a fairly short range.
• Like all American destroyers equipped with 127mm guns, she suffers from the notorious 'rainbow' shell arc; it's hard to hit ships at long range.
• Stock (unbuffed) AA is weak.
• Has one less main battery gun than Mahan.
• Above-average detectability for a Tier VII destroyer.
  

Research

As a premium ship, Sims has no module upgrades to research.

Optimal Configuration

Upgrades

The recommended upgrades for Sims are as follows:

• Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1
• Slot 2: Engine Room Protection
• Slot 3: Aiming Systems Modification 1
• Slot 4: Propulsion 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 −7.5% cooldown time of all Consumables except:  Damage Control Party ,  Repair Party .	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 +15% to HP of secondary and AA guns. ★★★
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. * +8% ship speed.
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful      ★★ - Frequently Useful      ★ - Occasionally Useful     No stars - Not Useful

Consumables

Sims can equip the following consumables:

• Slot 1: Damage Control Party 
• Slot 2: Smoke Generator 
• Slot 3: Engine Boost  or Defensive AA Fire 

Camouflage

As a premium ship, Sims comes with Default permanent camouflage and a set of permanent combat bonuses.

Signals

Recommended Signal Flags
Combat
Charlie Kilo +5% ship HP; +2.5% squadron HP.	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. ★★★
Juliet Whiskey Unaone +15% chance of causing flooding. ★★	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 +10% action time of a Smoke Generator . ★	Sierra Bravo +10% action time of Hydroacoustic Search  -10% reload time of Defensive AA Fire . ★

Gallery

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  Premium Ship

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  Type 10 Sims Camo

Historical Info

USS Sims, 1939

Construction

Builder: Bath Iron Works; Bath,
   Maine, United States

Laid down: 15 July 1937

Launched: 8 April 1939

Commissioned: 1 August 1939

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Specifications

1,570 tons displacement, standard

106.15m length

11m beam

4.07m draft

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Machinery

3 boilers, 2 turbines

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Performance

37 knots at 50,000 shaft horsepower

5,640nm at 12 knots

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Armament

Main

Five (5x1) 127mm guns

Torpedoes

Twelve (3x4) 533mm torpedo tubes

NOTE: Armament is listed in as-built configuration;
   in-game configuration represents later modifications.

USS Sims (DD-409), lead ship of the class, on trials in 1939. The Mk 37 gun director has not yet been installed.

History

Design

The Sims class of 12 destroyers was built for the United States Navy, and commissioned throughout 1939 and 1940. They were the last United States destroyer class completed prior to the American entry into World War II. All Sims-class ships saw action in World War II, and seven survived the war. No ship of this class saw service after 1946. They were built under the Second London Naval Treaty, in which the tonnage limit on destroyer standard displacement was lifted, but an overall tonnage limit remained. Thus, to maximize the number of destroyers and avoid developing an all-new design, the Sims class were only 70 tons larger as designed than previous destroyers. They are usually grouped with the 1500-ton classes and were the sixth destroyer class since production resumed with the Farragut class in 1932.

Service

The class served extensively in World War II, and five of the class were lost in the war. Of the five ships lost, four were at the hands of the Japanese and one at the hands of the Germans. The class served on Neutrality Patrols in the Atlantic in 1940-41. Except for Roe, Wainwright, and Buck, the class was transferred to the Pacific shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor. All of the ships saw extensive combat service. At the war's end in August 1945, three of the seven survivors were undergoing overhauls that were left unfinished, and were ultimately scrapped. The remaining four seaworthy ships were used as targets during the 1946 Operation Crossroads atomic tests at Bikini Atoll. One was sunk by the Able blast, while the other three were sunk as targets two years later after serving as experimental platforms.

Historical Inaccuracies

• Sims’ Measure 12 (modified) camouflage is missing. She wore this scheme at the time of her loss.
• Premium camouflage resembles the Measure 32 Design 1D scheme, which was applied to surviving Sims-class destroyers in 1944; Sims was sunk in May 1942.

Historical Gallery

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  Launching of USS Sims (DD-409), 8 April 1939.

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  Sims at anchor, date and location unknown.

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  USS Russell (DD-414), possibly as in 1941 with Mount 53 still equipped and K-guns added.

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  Russell (left) and Sims (right) in December 1941. As clearly shown in this photo, the gun tubs behind 'B' turret has two single 20mm Oerlikons; the in-game model has two single M2 Brownings.

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  Mk 37 Director ca. 1944 with Mk 12 (rectangular antenna) and Mk 22 "orange peel" radar antennas.

Video

References

1. USS Sims (DD-409) - Wikipedia
2. Sims-class destroyer - Wikipedia

Ship Change Log

See here for links to Update notes.

• Added to the game in Update 0.3.0 (Alpha) as a Tier VII premium ship.
• Update 0.4.1:
  • The firing range of the 20 mm Oerlikons was increased from 1.2 to 2.1 km, while the firing range of the Browning M2s was decreased from 1.2 to 0.9 km.
  • An alternative set of torpedoes was added.
  • The Defensive AA Fire consumable was added.
• Update 0.5.1:
  • Main battery reload was decreased from 4.5 to 3.34 s.
• Update 0.5.3.2:
  • The Type 7 permanent camouflage was renamed to Type 10.
• Update 0.5.7:
  • The hull armor model was refined.
• Update 0.6.0:
  • Adjusted the appearance of the ship using a special technology for improved rendering of thin elements.
• Update 0.6.12:
  • Detectability when firing main guns in smoke changed to 2.83 km.
• Update 0.6.13:
  • The efficiency of the Defensive AA Fire consumable was increased. Now it increases the power of the aura by four times, instead of three.
  • Fire extinguishing time now 30 s instead of 60 s.
  • The durability of the bow section was reduced by 100 HP. This does not affect the HP of the ship in any way.
• Update 0.6.15:
  • A -10% to the cost of the ship's post-battle service effect was added to the Type 10 permanent camouflage.
  • Sims was made available for purchase with Doubloons in the tech tree.
• Update 0.7.7:
  • Sims was removed for sale with Doubloons in the game client.
  • The fuse time of the 127mm AP/SC Mk38 armor-piercing shells was reduced from 0.03 to 0.01 s.
• Update 0.7.11:
  • Sims was made available for purchase with Doubloons in the game client.
  • The tarp over the over the rear main guns was no longer displayed as a surface with a 1 mm armor thickness.
• Update 0.8.0:
  • The range of the base torpedoes was increased from 5.7 to 7.0 km.
  • The parameters of the alternative torpedoes were changed:
    • Range increased from 9.2 to 10.5 km.
    • Damage increased from 8,500 to 9,667.
    • Reload time increased from 72 to 76 s.
• Update 0.11.6:
  • Ship's 3D model changed, resulting in:
    • 0.43 m increase in draught.
    • 0.49 m decrease in hull height.
    • 0.05 m increase in waterline length.
    • 0.01 m decrease in total length.
    • 0.12 m increase in waterline hull width.
    • 0.04 m increase in maximum hull width.
  • Aiming sector of the second main battery turret increased by 5 degrees on each side.
  • Aiming sector of the second torpedo launcher increased by 3 degrees on each side.
  • Number of depth charges decreased from 11 to 10.
  • Amount of HP in the superstructure increased from 900 to 1,100.
  • Amount of HP in the bow decreased from 2,100 to 1,900.

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