Hosho
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Hōshō
Aircraft Carrier | Japan | Tier IV
Tech Tree Position
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Secondary Armament #1
140 mm/50 3rd Year Type on a single mount4 х 1 pcs. |
Firing Range3.5 km. |
Rate of Fire7.5 shots/min. |
Reload Time8 sec. |
HE Shell140 mm HE Type0 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage2,400 |
Initial HE Shell Velocity850 m./s. |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell10 % |
AA Defense
13 mm/76 Type 93 on a twin mount6 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second12 |
. . . Firing Range1.2 km. |
Maneuverability
Maximum Speed25 knot |
Turning Circle Radius740 m. |
Rudder Shift Time11.1 sec. |
Concealment
Surface Detectability Range8.56 km. |
Air Detectability Range6.46 km. |
Battle Levels
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Hōshō — Japanese Tier IV aircraft сarrier.
Japan started its first experiments with aircraft carriers with a continuous flight deck right after World War I. They decided to convert a navy tanker that had been laid down in 1919 into an aircraft carrier. Hōshō entered service in December 1922. She was initially used to test the capabilities of carrier-based aircraft, but she then took part in the Shanghai incident and also played a role in the Sino-Japanese War in 1937. Later, she was transferred to the Combined Fleet and carried out reconnaissance and anti-submarine defense missions for the fleet's main forces.
Modules
Speed (knot) | IDS_SHIP_PARAM_SQUADRON_MED_DAMAGE (HP/min) | IDS_SHIP_PARAM_SQUADRON_AMMO_AMOUNT | Hit Points (HP) |
Research price (exp) |
Purchase price () | ||
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A4N | 108 | 1,150 | 0 | 50,000 |
Maximum Torpedo Damage (HP) | Speed (knot) | Hit Points (HP) |
Research price (exp) |
Purchase price () | ||
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B4Y Jean | 5,800 | 97 | 1,380 | 0 | 50,000 |
Compatible Upgrades
Slot 1 |
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Slot 2 |
Player Opinion
Performance
Being the first IJN carrier in the line, the Hosho features a simple loadout that is easy for players new to carriers to use. It is a bomber-friendly guidance for players, as it's squadron loadout boasts two 4-man squadrons of torpedo bombers, allowing for players to test out a variety of ways in which they can bomb their target. However, it's single fighter squadron may be problematic when the Hosho has to deal with its USN carrier counterpart, the Langley. Moreover, however, the Hosho holds a maximum of one squadron-full of reserves for each squadron, which is much more forgiving than its USN counterpart. In all, it is a good carrier that can teach newcomers to carrier play that favors bombing the enemy.
Pros:
- Has 16 torpedo bombers total, making it forgiving to lose some bombers during a run
- Powerful propulsion, allowing it to keep up with the team
Cons:
- Has only 8 fighters, which makes it difficult to fight against Langley's potential 10 fighters
Research
Research Yokosuka B4Y torpedo bombers first, as the cruise speed and HP per plane may prove to be harsh when attempting bombing runs on nimbler ships. Then research the Mitsubishi A5M4 fighters to allow for some chance of fighting back against enemy carriers. The hull is upgraded last as it provides only extra ship health, which is not vital to carriers.
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