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USS ''Black'' (DD-666) was the 138th ''Fletcher''-class destroyer to be produced, named after Lieutenant Commander Hugh D. Black. Commander Black was killed in action as a result of the loss of USS ''Jacob Jones'' (DD-130, a ''[[Wickes]]''-class destroyer) to a German U-boat off the New Jersey coast in 1942. With the sponsorship of Mrs. Black, Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. in Kearny, New Jersey built the namesake destroyer and launched her on 28 March 1943. | USS ''Black'' (DD-666) was the 138th ''Fletcher''-class destroyer to be produced, named after Lieutenant Commander Hugh D. Black. Commander Black was killed in action as a result of the loss of USS ''Jacob Jones'' (DD-130, a ''[[Wickes]]''-class destroyer) to a German U-boat off the New Jersey coast in 1942. With the sponsorship of Mrs. Black, Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. in Kearny, New Jersey built the namesake destroyer and launched her on 28 March 1943. | |||
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+ | Following her completion and commissioning in 1943, USS ''Black'' headed for Pearl Harbor in preparation for her deployment into the Pacific Theatre. In late 1943, she sailed for Tarawa, where she remained until January 1944. USS ''Black'' did not see combat until February 1944, when she participated in the invasion of the Marshall Islands. Throughout 1944, USS ''Black'' participated in the battles of Saipan, Guam, and Leyte gulf, providing anti-air cover and assisting in shore bombardments. In late November, she returned to San Francisco for repairs. In February 1945, with her repairs complete, USS ''Black'' sailed to the Caroline Islands where she joined Task Force 58. The ship later participated in several coastal operations during the Battle of Okinawa. USS ''Black'' remained off the coast of Japan through early 1946 before again returning to the United States. The ship was decommissioned and placed in reserve in August 1946. | |||
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127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.30 mod.0 mount5 х 1 pcs. |
Rate of Fire17.96 shots/min. |
Reload Time3.34 sec. |
Rotation Speed34 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time5.29 sec. |
Firing Range12.85 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. |
533 mm Mk152 х 5 pcs. |
Rate of Fire0.63 shots/min. |
Reload Time96 sec. |
Rotation Speed25 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec. |
TorpedoMk29 |
Maximum Damage21,600 |
Torpedo Speed43 knot |
Torpedo Range13.71 km. |
127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.30 mod.0 mount5 х 1 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second53.5 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
40 mm/56 Bofors on a Mk.1 mount3 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second33.9 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.4 mount7 х 1 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second25.2 |
. . . Firing Range2.01 km. |
20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.24 mount2 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second12.2 |
. . . Firing Range2.01 km. |
Maximum Speed35 knot |
Turning Circle Radius560 m. |
Rudder Shift Time3 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range7.16 km. |
Air Detectability Range3.24 km. |
Black — American special premium Tier IX destroyer.
One of the numerous and very successful Fletcher-class destroyers which boasted a sufficiently high speed, powerful dual-purpose artillery, efficient AA defenses, and decent torpedo armament.
Black is only available by reaching Rank 1 in five (5) separate seasons of Ranked Battles.
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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Black | 17,100 | 6 | 20 | 5 | 7/2/3/5 | 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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Mk29 | 0.6 | 96 | 7.2 | 21,600 | 43 | 13.7 | 0 | 0 |
Compatible Upgrades
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Player Opinion
Performance
Pros:
- Same excellent concealment as the Fletcher.
- Very fast turret rotation speed.
- Very rapid rate of fire.
- Torpedoes hit very hard, reload faster than the Fletcher's torpedoes, have more range than the Fletcher's torpedoes, and are difficult to dodge.
- Has access to either Defensive AA Fire consumable or a unique Surveillance Radar consumable.
- Unlike the Fletcher, the Black is a premium ship so captain retraining is unnecessary.
Cons:
- Same fragility as the Fletcher.
- Torpedoes are incredibly slow, slower than the Sims' infamous "sea mines".
- Slower than the Fletcher.
- Slow shell speed makes it difficult to hit targets from range.
Research
Optimal Configuration
Commander Skills
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1 |
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★★★ |
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2 |
★★ |
★★★ |
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★ |
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★★ |
★★★ |
3 |
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★★★ |
★★★ |
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★★ |
★★ |
★★ |
★★ |
4 |
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★ |
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★ |
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★★★ |
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful ★★ - Frequently Useful ★ - Occasionally Useful No stars - Meh Χ - Not recommended |
Consumables
Like the Tier IX USN destroyer Fletcher, Black has standard consumables of Damage Control Party, Smoke Generator, and Defensive AA Fire. But unlike Fletcher and like Missouri, it is a Tier IX USN premium ship with access to the Surveillance Radar consumable. However, this Surveillance Radar occupies the same slot as Smoke Generator and Defensive Fire consumables, only has a range of 7.5km and lasts only 20 seconds. Thus:
- Players looking to counter aerial threats are recommended to equip the Defensive Fire consumable.
- Players looking to counter and hunt down enemy destroyers are recommended to mount the Surveillance Radar consumable.
Camouflage
As a Tier IX premium ship, Black 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. This Type 10 camouflage provides a 100% bonus to experience earned in battle, not the usual 50%.
Signals
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★★★ |
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★ |
★★ |
★★ |
★★ |
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★ |
★★★ |
★★★ |
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Note: Use of the Juliet Charlie signal makes detonation impossible.
Gallery
Black launches a salvo of torpedoes while a friendly New Orleans opens fire.
Black detonates a full-health Montana with one lucky torpedo hit.
Historical Info
Historical Gallery