Cheshire
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''{{#var:ship_name}}'' is a Tier VIII British heavy cruiser, being the same tier equivalent to ''[[Albemarle]]''. | ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' is a Tier VIII British heavy cruiser, being the same tier equivalent to ''[[Albemarle]]''. | |||
? | ''{{#var:ship_name}}'''s survivability is one of her weakpoints. Her hitpool being average, she stands out with her raised citadel which extends from the forward turrets all the way to the rear turrets, while being raised amidships. Making matters worse, her plating is only 25mm thick, making ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' vulnerable against overmatching from a lot of battleships in her MM spread. What helps ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' offset some of the damage taken is her | + | ''{{#var:ship_name}}'''s survivability is one of her weakpoints. Her hitpool being average, she stands out with her raised citadel which extends from the forward turrets all the way to the rear turrets, while being raised amidships. Making matters worse, her plating is only 25mm thick, making ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' vulnerable against overmatching from a lot of battleships in her MM spread. What helps ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' offset some of the damage taken is her {{Specialized Repair Teams}}, which are capable of recovering up to 48% of the ship's hitpool. However, the amount of damage from citadel hits that can be recovered is very limited, so this tool will serve best against light damage. | |
''{{#var:ship_name}}'' is armed with six 234mm guns, distributed among three twin turrets with a superfiring pair fore and the third turret aft. Their range is limited with 16.1km and no means to extend it, but the individual shell performance is very impressive. A high Alpha damage, with the AP Alpha per shell being only beaten by ''[[Admiral Hipper]]'' and her sister ''[[Prinz Eugen]]'', as well as the improved penetration on her HE shells, allow ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' to deliver hard hitting salvos. Unfortunately, with the gun count being as low as it is, the dpm remains lackluster in comparison to other T8 cruisers, making ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' dependent on surprising her targets. | ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' is armed with six 234mm guns, distributed among three twin turrets with a superfiring pair fore and the third turret aft. Their range is limited with 16.1km and no means to extend it, but the individual shell performance is very impressive. A high Alpha damage, with the AP Alpha per shell being only beaten by ''[[Admiral Hipper]]'' and her sister ''[[Prinz Eugen]]'', as well as the improved penetration on her HE shells, allow ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' to deliver hard hitting salvos. Unfortunately, with the gun count being as low as it is, the dpm remains lackluster in comparison to other T8 cruisers, making ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' dependent on surprising her targets. | |||
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* Hard-hitting HE and AP shells | * Hard-hitting HE and AP shells | |||
? | * Quick | + | * Quick main battery traverse speed | |
? | * Equipped with torpedoes | + | * Equipped with torpedoes with workable range | |
* Good AA suite, aided by the {{Defensive AA Fire}} consumable | * Good AA suite, aided by the {{Defensive AA Fire}} consumable | |||
? | * | + | * {{Specialized Repair Teams}} consumable can heal large amounts of hitpoints per charge | |
* Very good concealment, can get as low as 9.5km with all the relevant upgrades | * Very good concealment, can get as low as 9.5km with all the relevant upgrades | |||
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* Huge citadel block that rises well above the waterline | * Huge citadel block that rises well above the waterline | |||
* Short main battery range | * Short main battery range | |||
? | * The | + | * The repair consumable has few charges (three maximum) | |
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+ | {{AnnoWiki|content='''[https://forum.worldofwarships.com/topic/217707-premium-ship-review-144-cheshire/ LittleWhiteMouse's Premium Ship Review: Cheshire] from the NA forums'''}} | |||
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As a premium ship, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' doesn't have any upgrades to research. | As a premium ship, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' doesn't have any upgrades to research. | |||
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| rating41 = <!-- Manual Fire Control for Secondary Armament --> | | rating41 = <!-- Manual Fire Control for Secondary Armament --> | |||
| rating42 = <!-- Fire Prevention --> | | rating42 = <!-- Fire Prevention --> | |||
? | | rating43 = | + | | rating43 = 0 <!-- Inertia Fuse for HE Shells --> | |
| rating44 = 0 <!-- Sight Stabilization --> | | rating44 = 0 <!-- Sight Stabilization --> | |||
| rating45 = <!-- Advanced Firing Training --> | | rating45 = <!-- Advanced Firing Training --> | |||
| rating46 = <!-- Massive AA Fire --> | | rating46 = <!-- Massive AA Fire --> | |||
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| rating48 = 3 <!-- Concealment Expert --> | | rating48 = 3 <!-- Concealment Expert --> | |||
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''{{#var:ship_name}}'' can equip the following consumables: | ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' can equip the following consumables: | |||
* {{Damage Control Party}} | * {{Damage Control Party}} | |||
? | * {{Repair | + | * {{Specialized Repair Teams}} | |
* {{Defensive AA Fire}} '''or''' {{Hydroacoustic Search}} | * {{Defensive AA Fire}} '''or''' {{Hydroacoustic Search}} | |||
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As a premium ship, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' comes included with [[Ship:Camouflage#Premium_Camouflage|Type 10 camouflage]] that lowers her detection radius, reduces the accuracy of incoming shells, reduces her repair costs, and increases the amount of experience she earns. | As a premium ship, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' comes included with [[Ship:Camouflage#Premium_Camouflage|Type 10 camouflage]] that lowers her detection radius, reduces the accuracy of incoming shells, reduces her repair costs, and increases the amount of experience she earns. | |||
Revision as of 22:07, 4 August 2020
234 mm/50 Mk.XII in a turret3 х 2 pcs. |
Rate of Fire4.8 shots/min. |
Reload Time12.5 sec. |
Rotation Speed10 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time18 sec. |
Firing Range16.1 km. |
Maximum Dispersion144 m. |
HE Shell234 mm HE 6 CRH |
Maximum HE Shell Damage3,850 |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell24 % |
Initial HE Shell Velocity841 m./s. |
HE Shell Weight185.3 kg. |
AP Shell234 mm AP 6 CRH |
Maximum AP Shell Damage5,750 |
Initial AP Shell Velocity841 m./s. |
AP Shell Weight185.3 kg. |
113 mm/45 QF Mk.V on an RP41 Mk.VI mount8 х 2 pcs. |
Firing Range6.6 km. |
Rate of Fire20 shots/min. |
Reload Time3 sec. |
HE Shell113 mm HE Mk XVI |
Maximum HE Shell Damage1,600 |
Initial HE Shell Velocity746 m./s. |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell7 % |
533 mm QR Mk II2 х 4 pcs. |
Rate of Fire0.63 shots/min. |
Reload Time96 sec. |
Rotation Speed25 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec. |
Torpedo533 mm Mk IXM |
Maximum Damage15,867 |
Torpedo Speed61 knot |
Torpedo Range8.01 km. |
113 mm/45 QF Mk.V on an RP41 Mk.VI mount8 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second142.4 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
40 mm/56 OQF Mk.X on a STAAG Mk.2 mount10 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second134 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
20 mm Oerlikon Mk.II on a Mk.V mount20 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second122 |
. . . Firing Range2.01 km. |
Maximum Speed34 knot |
Turning Circle Radius720 m. |
Rudder Shift Time10.5 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range11.74 km. |
Air Detectability Range7.51 km. |
Cheshire — British special premium Tier VIII cruiser.
In 1940, a project for a 15,500-ton cruiser armed with 203 mm guns was considered. It was believed that this caliber should suffice for performing combat missions. However, a year prior to that, 234 mm and 254 mm guns were mentioned in projects. A compromise between the lower cost of the 15,500-ton cruiser and 234 mm guns would have involved installing twin-gun main battery turrets on such a cruiser.
Modules
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 Mk IXM | 0.6 | 96 | 7.2 | 15,866 | 61 | 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 |
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Slot 5 |
Player Opinion
Performance
Cheshire is a Tier VIII British heavy cruiser, being the same tier equivalent to Albemarle.
Cheshire's survivability is one of her weakpoints. Her hitpool being average, she stands out with her raised citadel which extends from the forward turrets all the way to the rear turrets, while being raised amidships. Making matters worse, her plating is only 25mm thick, making Cheshire vulnerable against overmatching from a lot of battleships in her MM spread. What helps Cheshire offset some of the damage taken is her Specialized Repair Teams , which are capable of recovering up to 48% of the ship's hitpool. However, the amount of damage from citadel hits that can be recovered is very limited, so this tool will serve best against light damage.
Cheshire is armed with six 234mm guns, distributed among three twin turrets with a superfiring pair fore and the third turret aft. Their range is limited with 16.1km and no means to extend it, but the individual shell performance is very impressive. A high Alpha damage, with the AP Alpha per shell being only beaten by Admiral Hipper and her sister Prinz Eugen, as well as the improved penetration on her HE shells, allow Cheshire to deliver hard hitting salvos. Unfortunately, with the gun count being as low as it is, the dpm remains lackluster in comparison to other T8 cruisers, making Cheshire dependent on surprising her targets.
Fortunately, Cheshire has the concealment to surprise her opponents. Getting a surface detection of as low as 9.5km, Cheshire can sneak up on almost all opponents of her type and tier, and should have no issues disengaging if so needed. However, while a lot of the peers of her nation have access to Smoke Generator , Cheshire enjoys no such luxury. Situational Awareness will be required to not get caught out of position, which with her survivability can end lethal quickly.
With her decent AA protection and access to Defensive AA Fire , Cheshire can be a difficult target for carriers to choose. However, determined and skilled players will still be able to deliver their ordnance, but at an increased cost.Pros:
- Hard-hitting HE and AP shells
- Quick main battery traverse speed
- Equipped with torpedoes with workable range
- Good AA suite, aided by the Defensive AA Fire consumable
- Specialized Repair Teams consumable can heal large amounts of hitpoints per charge
- Very good concealment, can get as low as 9.5km with all the relevant upgrades
Cons:
- Only six guns with a lengthy reload, poor DPM
- Poor armor for a heavy cruiser
- Huge citadel block that rises well above the waterline
- Short main battery range
- The repair consumable has few charges (three maximum)
LittleWhiteMouse's Premium Ship Review: Cheshire from the NA forums
Research
Optimal Configuration
Upgrades
The recommended upgrades for Cheshire are as follows:
- Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1
- Slot 2: Engine Room Protection
- Slot 3: Aiming Systems Modification 1
- Slot 4: Steering Gears Modification 2
- Slot 5: Concealment System Modification 1
Commander Skills
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Cost (points) |
Endurance | Attack | Support | Versatility | ||||
1 |
★★★ |
★★ |
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Χ |
Χ |
Χ |
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Χ |
2 |
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★★ |
★ |
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Χ |
Χ |
★★★ |
★ |
3 |
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Χ |
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★★★ |
★★★ |
★ |
4 |
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Χ |
Χ |
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★★ |
★★★ |
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful ★★ - Frequently Useful ★ - Occasionally Useful No stars - Meh Χ - Not recommended |
Consumables
Cheshire can equip the following consumables:
Camouflage
As a premium ship, Cheshire comes included with Type 10 camouflage that lowers her detection radius, reduces the accuracy of incoming shells, reduces her repair costs, and increases the amount of experience she earns.
Signals
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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
Historical Info
Historical Gallery
Video
References
- Armada: Cheshire - News - World of Warships
- Armada: Cheshire - World of Warships Official Channel - YouTube