Huanghe
152 mm/57 B-38 on an MK-4 mount3 х 2 pcs. |
Rate of Fire8.57 shots/min. |
Reload Time7 sec. |
Rotation Speed7 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time25.71 sec. |
Firing Range13.18 km. |
Maximum Dispersion123 m. |
HE Shell152 mm OFU-35 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage2,200 |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell12 % |
Initial HE Shell Velocity950 m./s. |
HE Shell Weight55 kg. |
AP Shell152 mm AP-35 |
Maximum AP Shell Damage3,300 |
Initial AP Shell Velocity950 m./s. |
AP Shell Weight55 kg. |
100 mm/70 on an SM-5-1s mount4 х 2 pcs. |
Firing Range5 km. |
Rate of Fire15 shots/min. |
Reload Time4 sec. |
HE Shell100 mm HE-55 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage1,400 |
Initial HE Shell Velocity1000 m./s. |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell6 % |
533 mm Triple2 х 3 pcs. |
Rate of Fire0.76 shots/min. |
Reload Time79 sec. |
Rotation Speed25 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec. |
Torpedo533 mm 53-51 |
Maximum Damage14,400 |
Torpedo Speed60 knot |
Torpedo Range8.01 km. |
100 mm/70 on an SM-5-1s mount4 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second78 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
37 mm V-11 mount8 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second73.6 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.4 mount8 х 1 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second28.8 |
. . . Firing Range2.01 km. |
Maximum Speed33 knot |
Turning Circle Radius570 m. |
Rudder Shift Time6.7 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range9.26 km. |
Air Detectability Range6.44 km. |
Huanghe — Pan-Asian special premium Tier VI cruiser.
A British light cruiser (HMS Aurora) intended to carry out close reconnaissance and counter-destroyer missions. In 1948, the ship was transferred to the Republic of China (Taiwan) but defected to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) a year later, becoming its most powerful combat unit. In the early 1950s, a plan was drawn up for the refurbishment of the cruiser by replacing her weapons and equipment with Soviet-made models.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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Huanghe | 24,100 | 10 | 100 | 3 | 4 | 8/8/4 | 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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533 mm 53-51 | 0.8 | 79 | 7.2 | 14,400 | 60 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Compatible Upgrades
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Slot 2 |
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Slot 3 |
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Slot 4 |
Player Opinion
Performance
The Huanghe is very much comparable to another tier six cruiser with a similar Smoke Generator consumable, the Perth. However, there are some very key differences between the two. Huanghe only has three turrets to Perth's four, but gains better shell characteristics, 0.4 kilometres more range, and a reload better by half a second.
Playing the Huanghe should be familiar to any Perth veterans, as they both have the same creeping smokescreen thanks to a unique Smoke Generator consumable that opperates on a principle different from that found on other ships. While other smokes have a relatively short activation time when laying down the screen itself, the Huanghe's smoke activation timer lasts for 90 seconds. However, each 'puff' of smoke only lasts for 10 seconds, dissipating soon after having been lain. When moving at less than 12.5 knots, it is possible to stay hidden in the smoke even while creeping in one direction or another.
It should also be noted that Huanghe has the lowest detection of any tier six cruiser, and is the only one with a sub-10km base detection range currently. Having this is good news for the ship, as she needs all the advantages afforded by this low detectability and the unique smoke. This is because she also has the lowest health pool for cruisers at the tier, an 'honor' previously afforded to the Nurnberg. With only six guns total, she can also be considered as somewhat under-gunned, and she even has one less torpedo per broadside than the Perth; with four in a mount compared to Huanghe's three. These three torpedoes also do less individual damage than Perth's four, though they do reload faster. Huanghe also gets a choice between mounting the Hydroacoustic Search and Torpedo Reload Booster consumables—making her the first non-destroyer class ship to gain access to the reload booster.Pros:
- Can mount both Hydroacoustic Search and Smoke Generator simultaneously. Additionally, Torpedo Reload Booster can be taken in place of Hydroacoustic Search.
- The Smoke Generator consumable functions similarly to that on Perth. This allows the ship to move at low speeds while remaining concealed within a smoke cloud.
- Her quick rudder shift time combined with her small turning circle allow her to dodge long range fire easier than most cruisers.
- Good mid-range torpedoes with wide firing angles.
- Anti-aircraft armament is strong for her tier.
- Lowest surface and air detection ranges of all Tier VI cruisers.
Cons:
- Has the lowest amount of hit points of all Tier VI cruisers.
- The ship is lightly armored and often takes high damage from enemy armor piercing shells.
- Guns have a shorter firing range than most other cruisers at her tier.
- Firepower feels lacking due to the ship having few, small guns.
Research
Optimal Configuration
Upgrades
The recommended upgrades for Huanghe are as follows:
- Slot 1: Auxiliary Armaments Modification 1
- Slot 2: AA Guns Modification 2*
- Slot 4: Damage Control System Modification 1
- Slot 5: Steering Gears Modification 2
Upgrade Slot 2 provides Huanghe with the ability to specialize in certain roles. AA Guns Modification 2 is the best choice for players wishing to specialize in anti-aircraft duties. Players considering alternative builds may choose to equip Secondary Battery Modification 2 to increase the ship's firepower in close-quarter engagements. Aiming Systems Modification 1 is a generally viable choice which reduces the dispersion of main battery shells, increases torpedo traverse speed, and slightly improves the range and dispersion of the secondary battery.
Consumables
Huanghe can equip the following consumables:
- Slot 1: Damage Control Party
- Slot 2: Torpedo Reload Booster or Hydroacoustic Search
- Slot 3: Smoke Generator
As Huanghe's Smoke Generator is the same as Perth's in terms of performance, it is highly recommended to mount the premium version. Torpedo Reload Booster is not recommended due to the lack of torpedoes the ship has, thus leaving Hydroacoustic Search as the only preferable option for Slot 2.
Camouflage
As a premium ship, Huanghe 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.Gallery
Historical Info
Historical Gallery
Destroyers | II Longjiang • III Phra Ruang • IV Shenyang • V Jianwei • VI Fushun • VI Anshan • VII Gadjah Mada • VIII Hsienyang • VIII Siliwangi • VIII Loyang • VIII Fenyang • VIII Loyang B • VIII Ship Smasha • IX Chung Mu • X Yueyang • X Lüshun • ★ Kunming |
Cruisers | I Chengan • III Ning Hai • V Chungking • VI Rahmat • VI Huanghe • VII Chumphon • VIII Harbin • VIII Irian • VIII Wukong • IX Sejong • IX Dalian • IX Mengchong • IX Tianjin • X Jinan |
Battleships | IX Bajie • IX Wujing • IX Sun Yat-Sen • IX Louchuan |
Aircraft Carriers | VIII Sanzang |