Emerald

13.3

Emerald

Cruiser | U.K. | Tier V

Tech Tree Position

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General

Research price11000 exp

Purchase price1,250,000

Hit Points24,000

Main Battery

152 mm/50 BL Mk.XII on a CPXIV mount7 х 1 pcs.

Rate of Fire8 shots/min.

Reload Time7.5 sec.

Rotation Speed10 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time18 sec.

Firing Range12.38 km.

Maximum Dispersion126 m.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell0 %

AP Shell152 mm AP 4crh SC

Maximum AP Shell Damage3,000

Initial AP Shell Velocity936 m./s.

AP Shell Weight45.36 kg.

Secondary Armament #1

102 mm/45 QF Mk.V on an HA Mk.III mount3 х 1 pcs.

Firing Range4.3 km.

Rate of Fire15 shots/min.

Reload Time4 sec.

HE Shell102 mm HE 35 lb

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,500

Initial HE Shell Velocity811 m./s.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell6 %

Torpedo Tubes

533 mm TR Mk IV4 х 3 pcs.

Rate of Fire0.85 shots/min.

Reload Time71 sec.

Rotation Speed25 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec.

Torpedo533 mm Mk V

Maximum Damage11,967

Torpedo Speed59 knot

Torpedo Range6 km.

AA Defense

102 mm/45 QF Mk.V on an HA Mk.III mount3 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second8.4

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

12.7 mm Mk.III6 х 4 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second12.6

. . . Firing Range1.2 km.

40 mm/39 Vickers QF Mk.II on a single mount2 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second11.2

. . . Firing Range2.01 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed33 knot

Turning Circle Radius730 m.

Rudder Shift Time10.9 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range9.87 km.

Air Detectability Range5.4 km.

Battle Levels

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13.3

Emerald

Cruiser | U.K. | Tier V

Tech Tree Position

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General

Research price11000 exp

Purchase price1,250,000

Hit Points27,100

Main Battery

152 mm/50 BL Mk.XII on a CPXIV mount7 х 1 pcs.

Rate of Fire8 shots/min.

Reload Time7.5 sec.

Rotation Speed10 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time18 sec.

Firing Range13.62 km.

Maximum Dispersion126 m.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell0 %

AP Shell152 mm AP 4crh SC

Maximum AP Shell Damage3,000

Initial AP Shell Velocity936 m./s.

AP Shell Weight45.36 kg.

Secondary Armament #1

102 mm/45 QF Mk.V on an HA Mk.III mount3 х 1 pcs.

Firing Range4.3 km.

Rate of Fire15 shots/min.

Reload Time4 sec.

HE Shell102 mm HE 35 lb

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,500

Initial HE Shell Velocity811 m./s.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell6 %

Torpedo Tubes

533 mm QR Mk IV4 х 4 pcs.

Rate of Fire0.57 shots/min.

Reload Time106 sec.

Rotation Speed25 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec.

Torpedo533 mm Mk VII

Maximum Damage15,733

Torpedo Speed59 knot

Torpedo Range7.02 km.

AA Defense

102 mm/45 QF Mk.V on an HA Mk.III mount3 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second8.4

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

20 mm Oerlikon Mk.II on a Mk.V mount6 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second36.6

. . . Firing Range2.01 km.

20 mm Oerlikon Mk.I on a Mk.IIA mount6 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second21.6

. . . Firing Range2.01 km.

40 mm/39 Vickers QF Mk.VIII on a Mk.VII mount2 х 4 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second28

. . . Firing Range2.49 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed33 knot

Turning Circle Radius730 m.

Rudder Shift Time7.8 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range9.87 km.

Air Detectability Range5.4 km.

Battle Levels

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V

1,250,000

Emerald — British Tier V cruiser.

Project E, a further development of the British light cruisers, incorporated enhanced engine power to increase its speed. The lead cruiser of the class—HMS Emerald—was laid down in 1918 and entered service only in 1926. During the interwar period, she operated in the East Indies and at the China Station. The ship escorted convoys from Halifax between 1939 and 1940 and became the flagship of the Eastern Fleet in 1942. Following repairs in 1942 and 1943, she participated in the landing of Allied troops in Normandy and was later reclassified as a target ship.

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 ()
152 mm/50 BL Mk.XII on a CPXIV mount	8	18	126			3,000		0	100,000

	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 ()
Emerald (A)	24,000	10	76	7	3	6/2/3	4			0	140,000
Emerald (B)	27,100	10	76	7	3	6/2/3	4			6,100	340,000

	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 ()
533 mm Mk V	0.6	95	7.2	11,966	59	6		0	150,000
533 mm Mk VII	0.6	106	7.2	15,733	59	7		3,600	400,000

	IDS_SHIP_PARAM_SUO_INCREASE_DIST (%)	Maximum Firing Range (km)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Mk V mod. 1		0		0	110,000
Mk V mod. 2		0		4,200	460,000

	Maximum Speed (knot)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Propulsion: 80,000 hp	33		0	85,000

Compatible Upgrades

Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3

Player Opinion

Performance

Emerald is the final evolution of the Royal Navy's cruiser designs based around single, centerline mounted 152mm guns. Though she has seven total turrets, only six can be brought to bear on a single target at once; the turrets just aft of the bridge are mounted on either side of her funnels and can only fire on one side of the ship.

Unfortunately, this represents a bit of a step back for the line, putting Emerald in much the same situation that Caledon was in at Tier III: she's badly outgunned by most opponents she will face. Every other Tier V cruiser save Furutaka can get more barrels on target than Emerald can, and Furutaka’s guns are significantly larger due to the Japanese cruiser line transitioning to heavy cruiser designs. The situation gets even more unpalatable when Emerald finds herself up-tiered into Tier VII games (at least Caledon can only see opponents one tier higher).

Like Caledon and Danae, captains looking to get the most out of their Emerald will have to play incredibly smart and make maximum use of her torpedoes and consumables to see that she survives deep into games. Her stock torpedoes are equivalent to the upgraded ones on Danae, and while the torpedo module upgrade boosts their damage, they're stuck with the same 6.0 km range. Emerald is more sluggish on her rudder and has a larger turning circle than Danae, so new captains should take some time to get to know her before putting her in situations that require precise maneuvering.

Emerald is an average ship in a tough spot with unfavorable matchmaking tiers. Getting through — and past — her while working up the branch can be frustrating, but Leander makes the pain worthwhile.

Pros:

• Has the lowest detection range of any Tier V cruiser.
• Gains access to the Smoke Generator consumable, while retaining access to the Repair Party consumable.
• Has a large number of torpedoes with eight per side.
• The firing arcs for her torpedoes are large which allows her to use them while presenting a sharp angle.

Cons:

• Often has difficulty damaging battleships due to a lack of high explosive shells.
• Limited firing arcs on some of her main battery guns especially against targets aft of the ship.
• The citadel is quite large and sits high above the water making it easy to hit.

Research

Captains are encouraged to research the Gun Fire Control System module first to extend Emerald’s range before moving on to Hull (B) and the Torpedo module.

Optimal Configuration

Upgrades

Main Armaments Modification 1 is the optimal choice for Upgrade Slot 1. Aiming Systems Modification 1 is recommended for Upgrade Slot 2, to decrease the ship’s maximum dispersion. Any of the three available upgrades for Upgrade Slot 4 are viable options.

Commander Skills

Recommended Commander Skills
Cost (points)	Endurance		Attack		Support		Versatility
1	Priority Target Situational Awareness indicator will show the number of opponents currently aiming at you with main battery guns.	Preventative Maintenance -30% to the risk of incapacitation of main turrets, torpedo tubes, steering gear, engines. ★	Expert Loader -50% to reload time when shell type is switched.	Air Supremacy -5% aircraft restoration time.	Direction Center for Fighters +1 fighter to carrier fighter squadrons or catapult fighters.	Improved Engine Boost +10% Aircraft engine boost time.	Incoming Fire Alert Indicator of long-range enemy artillery fire. ★★	Last Gasp Completely restores the engine boost for the last attack flight of the carrier's planes.
2	High Alert -10% to reload time of Damage Control Party consumable. ★★	Jack of All Trades -5% to reload time of all consumables. ★★	Expert Marksman +2.5 deg/sec to traverse speed of guns with a caliber up to 139mm. +0.7 deg/sec to traverse speed of guns with a caliber above 139mm. ★★★	Torpedo Acceleration +5 knots to torpedo speed. -20% to torpedo range.	Smoke Screen Expert +20% to the radius of the smoke screen.	Improved Engines +2.5% Squadron speed.	Adrenaline Rush -0.2% to reload times of all types of armament for each 1% of total health lost. +0.2% squadron speed for each 1% of total health lost.	Last Stand The ship remains able to move and maneuver while the engine or steering gears are incapacitated. ★
3	Basics of Survivability -15% to time of repair, fire extinguishing, and recovery from flooding. ★★★	Survivability Expert +350 ship HP for each ship tier. +15 aircraft HP for each ship tier. ★★★	Torpedo Armament Expertise -10% to reload time of torpedo tubes.	Aircraft Armor Reduces continuous damage to aircraft in all AA defense zones. -10% continuous damage.	Basic Firing Training -10% to reload time of main battery guns with a caliber up to and including 139mm and all secondary battery guns. +10% to continuous damage from AA guns. ★	Superintendent +1 additional charge to all consumables mounted on a ship. ★★★	Demolition Expert +2% chance of HE shells causing a fire on target. +1% chance of rockets causing a fire on target. +5% chance of HE bombs causing a fire on target.	Vigilance +25% to detection range of enemy torpedoes. ★★
4	Manual Fire Control for Secondary Armament Tightens dispersion of shells from secondary batteries. -15% for Tier I-VI ships. -60% for Tier VII-X ships. Manually selected target only.	Fire Prevention -10% to the risk of fire. The maximum number of fires on a ship is reduced to three. ★★	Inertia Fuse for HE Shells +30% to the armor penetration capacity of HE shells. -1% chance of fire on target caused by shells <=139mm. -3% chance of fire on target caused by shells >139mm.	Sight Stabilization Speeds up the aiming of a carrier's aircraft. +5% attack aircraft aiming speed. +5% torpedo bomber aiming speed. +10% dive bomber aiming speed.	Advanced Firing Training +20% to firing range of main battery guns with a caliber up to 139mm and all secondary battery guns. +15% damage/sec. within the explosion radius of shells fired from long-range AA defenses. ★	Massive AA Fire Instantaneous Damage +100%. Priority AA sector cooldown +50%.	Radio Position Finding Shows the direction to the nearest enemy ship. The enemy is alerted that a bearing has been taken.	Concealment Expert -10% to the detection radius of all ships and aircraft. ★★★
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful       ★★ - Frequently Useful       ★ - Occasionally Useful      No stars - Meh     Χ - Not recommended

Consumables

Repair Party II is highly recommended to allow for an extra consumable charge and reduced cooldown times. Additionally, Hydroacoustic Search II is a viable option to help spotting torpedoes while obscured by smoke.

Camouflage

Type 1, 2, or 5 camouflage can be equipped for credits; Types 2 or 5 are recommended at a minimum to reduce the accuracy of incoming shells.

Signals

India Delta and November Foxtrot are highly recommended to optimize the ship’s Repair Party consumable. Flags that speed up the research process such as Equal Speed Charlie London may also be useful.

Gallery

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  Emerald analyzes the tactical situation.

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  Fish in the water.

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  Emerald takes a big hit from an enemy battleship. Meanwhile, Emerald's torpedoes are about to return the favor.

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  Armor piercing shells from the Emerald impact the superstructure of an ARP Hieiclass battleship.

Historical Info

Construction

Armstrong Whitworth; Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Laid down: 23 September 1918

Launched: 19 May 1920

Commissioned: 15 January 1926

Specifications

7,550 tons displacement, standard

173.7m length

16.61m beam

4.95m draft

Machinery

8 boilers, 4 turbines

Performance

33 knots at 80,000 shaft horsepower

8,000nm at 15 knots

Armor

Main belt: 50.8mm forward and aft, 57.15mm mid, 76.2mm over machinery spaces

Decks: 25.4mm

Armament

Seven (7x1) 152mm guns, three (3x1) 102mm guns, two (2x1) 40mm guns, and twelve (4x3) 533mm torpedo tubes

History

Design

The E class cruisers were designed and ordered in response to German cruisers believed to be under construction during World War I. These new cruisers were designed as enlarged versions of the preceding D class cruisers. The greater dimensions were required to house her more powerful propulsion system, capable of maintaining a 33knt top speed. However, despite the larger size and greater displacement, the E class retained the same protective scheme used for older cruisers. Additionally, the main armament was similar to that on the D class, consisting of 152mm guns mounted on the centerline of the ship and two guns mounted on the sides amidship.

Both Emerald and Enterprise were upgraded extensively before and during World War II. Aircraft catapults were fitted on both ships as well as additional small caliber artillery guns and anti-aircraft guns.

Three cruisers were ordered to be built under the E class design, however; only two were completed. Euphrates was cancelled following the end of the first World War. Construction on Emerald and Enterprise continued and the two ships were completed in 1926.

Service

Commissioned in 1926 after long delays due to fiscal restrictions and decommissioning priorities, Emerald joined the Eastern fleet, serving until 1933. Emerald was inactive for just over a year, and once again joined the Eastern Fleet until 1937 when she was again paid off and placed on inactive status. Reactivated for World War II, Emerald briefly joined the Northern Patrol until she was transferred to Halifax in October of 1939 for convoy escort duties. She served in this capacity until 1940, when she received a special mission to transport gold to Canada as payment for war materials. In 1941, Emerald was transferred to the Indian Ocean for escort duties, participating in operations in Iraq.

After the Japanese entry into the war, Emerald once again joined the Eastern Fleet, serving part of her tour as flagship of the Fast Group. Emerald returned to the UK for refit in August of 1942 and returned to the Eastern Fleet in early 1943 for escort duties until early 1944. Returning once again to the UK, Emerald participated in the Normandy landings where she supported Gold Beach with naval gunfire. Placed in reserve in 1945, Emerald became a designated target vessel and was sunk as a result. She was refloated in 1948 and sold for scrapping.

Enterprise, like her sister, was delayed in completion until 1926, and upon completion was assigned to the East Indies through 1934. Returning home for a major refit and overhaul, she rejoined the fleet in the East Indies in 1936, returning in 1937 and conducting transport duties to China station until 1938 when she was paid off. Reactivated at the beginning of World War II, Enterprise also joined the Halifax Force until 1940, when she returned home to participate in the Norway Campaign, providing naval gunfire support to troops ashore. Returning home again for quick refit, Enterprise joined Force H in the Mediterranean and took part in the action at Mers el Kebir against the French Fleet.

From 1940 through 1941, Enterprise was engaged in the South Atlantic and Indian Ocean hunting for German raiders, including Admiral Scheer. In 1942 she was assigned to convoy escort on the Australian routes before briefly joining the Eastern fleet. Enterprise then returned home late in 1942 for an extensive refit and overhaul, which lasted until late 1943. Near the end of the year, Enterprise joined the Home Fleet and participated in the continental blockade in the Bay of Biscay, where, with Glasgow, she engaged in a short, sharp action with German torpedo boats and destroyers, helping to sink two of the former and one of the latter. Enterprise next participated in the Normandy invasion, providing naval gunfire support off Utah Beach before being placed in reserve early in 1945. Enterprise participated in repatriation transport duties until early 1946, when she was paid off and sold for scrapping.

Historical Gallery

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  HMS Emerald at anchor.

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  Up close photo of HMS Emerald's superstructure.

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  HMS Emerald in 1931.

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  Crest of HMS Emerald.

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  Scheme for Emerald.

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  Compartment layout for Emerald.

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  Drawing of Emerald after 1943 refit.

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  Emerald at Portsmouth.

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