Dmitri Donskoi
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* Very fast despite her appearance | * Very fast despite her appearance |
Revision as of 04:23, 11 January 2018
IDS_PRGM069_180MM_CM_34 х 3 pcs. |
Rate of Fire4.8 shots/min. |
Reload Time12.5 sec. |
Rotation Speed8 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time22.5 sec. |
Firing Range16.16 km. |
Maximum Dispersion155 m. |
HE ShellHE-32 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage2,500 |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell13 % |
Initial HE Shell Velocity920 m./s. |
HE Shell Weight97.5 kg. |
AP ShellAP-32 |
Maximum AP Shell Damage4,400 |
Initial AP Shell Velocity920 m./s. |
AP Shell Weight97.5 kg. |
100 mm/56 on a B-54 mount6 х 2 pcs. |
Firing Range6.95 km. |
Rate of Fire16 shots/min. |
Reload Time3.75 sec. |
HE ShellHE-56 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage1,400 |
Initial HE Shell Velocity895 m./s. |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell6 % |
533 mm PTA-53-302 х 5 pcs. |
Rate of Fire0.51 shots/min. |
Reload Time117 sec. |
Rotation Speed25 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec. |
Torpedo53-36 mod. 2 |
Maximum Damage14,400 |
Torpedo Speed55 knot |
Torpedo Range8.01 km. |
100 mm/56 on a B-54 mount6 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second59.4 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
25 mm 110-PM on a 2M-3 mount10 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second59 |
. . . Firing Range2.49 km. |
45 mm SM-20-ZIF mount6 х 4 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second123.6 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
Maximum Speed36 knot |
Turning Circle Radius970 m. |
Rudder Shift Time14.8 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range15.54 km. |
Air Detectability Range7.61 km. |
Dmitri Donskoi — Soviet Tier IX cruiser.
The ship was developed from the Chapayev class. She received stronger armament and a more powerful propulsion (Project 65). Dmitri Donskoi surpassed her prototype in all major characteristics: dimensions, speed, artillery power, AA capabilities, and torpedo armament.
Modules
Compatible Upgrades
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Player Opinion
Performance
A reliable cruiser in skilled hands, the Dmitri Donskoi, named after hero Dmitri Donskoi (translation: Dmitri of the Don) or "Dima" can be said as the analogous counterpart for the US cruiser of the same tier the Baltimore, albeit having different values than her US counterpart. If anything, the cruiser has a surprising AA suite aboard as well as trading gun caliber from the standard 8 inch guns normally seen on heavy cruisers to the 7.1 inch guns that was mounted on the Kirov at first.
As an "escort cruiser", she is ideal for screening the carriers and battleships from aerial assaults as well as providing a second line of fire within the battle line as her range can permit her to do so. However despite her potency and effectiveness, be constantly vigilant and mobile as the ship absolutely can NOT survive a beating nor can she hide if concentrated upon. Work as a support cruiser and escort cruiser and you will see surprising results.
Alternatively, the ship's high speed, good citadel protection, and a full suite of consumables allow her to charge down a weakly defended flank without needing much help. Her great AP shells make her especially dangerous if allowed to get access to enemies' broadsides. However as noted, this ship cannot endure focused fire, so always plan a route to disengage with speed in case the enemy decides to focus you.Pros:
- 12 Russian bias 7.1 inch guns with excellent shell speed, penetration, and range
- Good firing angles when kiting with great turret traverse speed
- Very fast despite her appearance
- Powerful AA suite
- Good turning circle with decent rudder shift
- Very well-protected citadel with 3 layers of armour, adding up to 190mm
- Heavy-punching torpedoes for use in close quarters with good firing angles
- Long range Russian radar that nearly matches its concealment range
Cons:
- High detection range for a cruiser; it is equivalent to a battleship
- Poor firing angles when pushing towards a target
- Very long despite having a good turning circle, which makes it more difficult to dodge torpedoes
- The ship, despite being fairly difficult to citadel, cannot take excess punishment
Research
Optimal Configuration
Upgrades
The recommended upgrades for Dmitri Donskoi are as follows:
- Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1
- Slot 2: Damage Control System Modification 1 *
- Slot 3: AA Guns Modification 2 ()
- Slot 4: Steering Gears Modification 2 *
- Slot 5: Concealment System Modification 1
- Slot 6: Main Battery Modification 3 *
Captains with access to Surveillance Radar Modification 1 are strongly encouraged to equip it in Slot 2. This will increase the radar duration from 20 seconds to 28 seconds, which will allow the player to squeeze in an extra salvo during the duration of the radar.
Given the ship's great speed, using acceleration and deceleration to dodge incoming shells is a viable option. Therefore some captains may prefer to equip Propulsion Modification 1 () in Slot 4 to facilitate this style.
Main Battery Modification 3 is preferred to Gun Fire Control System Modification 2 for Slot 6 due to the increased damage potential. However this requires the player to stay closer to the enemy and risk taking more damage. Therefore some captains may choose to increase the range to play safer at the cost of decreased DPM.
Commander Skills
Key skills for Dmitri Donskoi commanders include Priority Target, Adrenaline Rush, Superintendent, Demolition Expert, Concealment Expert, and Inertia Fuse for HE Shells.
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Cost (points) |
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1 |
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2 |
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★★ |
★★ |
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★★★ |
★ |
3 |
★ |
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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 |