Kronshtadt
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? | * | + | * Very large hit point pool for a cruiser. | |
? | * | + | * Strong main armament which poses a threat to any ship she faces. | |
? | * | + | * Capable of mounting useful consumables which allow the ship to fill a variety of roles. | |
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? | * | + | * Extremely susceptible to receiving citadel hits when improperly angled or when bow-on to high tier battleships. | |
? | * | + | * Dispersion and reload time may leave captains unimpressed. | |
? | * | + | * Mediocre anti-aircraft armament will not deter a dedicated strike from high tier aircraft carriers. | |
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Revision as of 03:17, 30 May 2018
305 mm/54 B-50 on an MK-15 mount3 х 3 pcs. |
Rate of Fire3.24 shots/min. |
Reload Time18.5 sec. |
Rotation Speed5.1 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time35.29 sec. |
Firing Range18.19 km. |
Maximum Dispersion241 m. |
HE Shell305 mm HE Model 1928 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage4,200 |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell24 % |
Initial HE Shell Velocity920 m./s. |
HE Shell Weight374.7 kg. |
AP Shell305 mm AP Model 1928 |
Maximum AP Shell Damage9,000 |
Initial AP Shell Velocity900 m./s. |
AP Shell Weight471 kg. |
152 mm/57 B-38 on an MK-17 mount4 х 2 pcs. |
Firing Range6.95 km. |
Rate of Fire7.5 shots/min. |
Reload Time8 sec. |
HE ShellOFU-35 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage2,200 |
Initial HE Shell Velocity950 m./s. |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell12 % |
IDS_PRGS130_100MM_56_MZ_16_LEFT2 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 % |
100 mm/56 MZ-162 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 % |
IDS_PRGS130_100MM_56_MZ_16_LEFT2 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second29.6 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
100 mm/56 MZ-162 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second29.6 |
. . . Firing Range5.01 km. |
12.7 mm DShK on a twin mount6 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second30.6 |
. . . Firing Range1.2 km. |
37 mm 46-K mount7 х 4 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second85.4 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
Maximum Speed33.5 knot |
Turning Circle Radius840 m. |
Rudder Shift Time14.9 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range15.71 km. |
Air Detectability Range10.42 km. |
Kronshtadt — Soviet special premium Tier IX cruiser.
A large gunship officially designated as a heavy cruiser but more of a high-speed "small battleship" by technical characteristics. She carried 305 mm main guns with a very long firing range. Drawbacks: weak AA defenses.
Modules
Compatible Upgrades
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Player Opinion
Performance
Kronshtadt is a unique ship in World of Warships. Many of her characteristics are that of a battleship, while others are clearly those of a cruiser. Her size, health and potential damage of her guns is very much that of a battleship, while her speed, armor, concealment and utility are those of a cruiser.
The largest mistake captains will make with Kronshtadt is the false assumption that they can play her as a battleship and get away with it. Her belt armor is fairly tough, and her health is quite large, but her plating and size of her citadel prevent her from achieving the same role as a battleship. When fighting enemy battleships at close range, captains should angle in such a way to "bait" shots into her angled belt armor, and to not encourage the enemy to fire shots into her bow where overmatch of her 25 mm plating can easily lead to citadel hits.
Kronshtadt's main strength lies in her guns; nine 305 mm guns with fantastic shell speed, penetration, and damage. Her accuracy is not nearly as good as that of a traditional cruiser, but what she has is good enough to land large hits with her AP, and to accurately stack fires on enemy battleships at range. Although her guns allow a captain to get by with only firing AP, the best Kronshtadt captains will actively switch between the two types to maximize her effectiveness.
Kronshtadt's concealment is also quite good for a ship of her size, so captains are encouraged to make the most of it to lay ambushes and execute flanking maneuvers.
Like many cruisers, Kronshtadt sports a few utility consumables; namely Surveillance Radar and a choice between Defensive AA Fire or Hydroacoustic Search . Kronshtadt's playstyle involves her playing at mid- to long-range for the majority of the match, so her Radar will mostly become useful later in the match.
Overall, Kronshtadt offers a unique and engaging play style that few other ships come close to offering. Captains who enjoy ships such as the Scharnhorst, Amagi, or German Cruisers will find her to have a similar play style.Pros:
- Very large hit point pool for a cruiser.
- Strong main armament which poses a threat to any ship she faces.
- Capable of mounting useful consumables which allow the ship to fill a variety of roles.
- Decent armor when angled.
Cons:
- Extremely susceptible to receiving citadel hits when improperly angled or when bow-on to high tier battleships.
- Dispersion and reload time may leave captains unimpressed.
- Mediocre anti-aircraft armament will not deter a dedicated strike from high tier aircraft carriers.
Optimal Configuration
Upgrades
Kronshtadt is a large cruiser that has gameplay similar to that of a fast lightly armed battleship. As such, upgrades for improving maneuverability and survivability work well for her, as well as main battery upgrades.
The recommended upgrades for Kronshtadt are as follows:
- Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1 For improving the survivability of her guns.
- Slot 2: Damage Control System Modification 1 To add to her fire and flooding prevention.
- Slot 3: Aiming Systems Modification 1 To add to her accuracy.
- Slot 4: Propulsion Modification 1 () To improve her acceleration.
- Slot 5: Concealment System Modification 1 To help get that large detection radius down.
- Slot 6: Main Battery Modification 3 To improve her rate of fire.
Commander Skills
Key skills for Kronshtadt commanders include damage mitigation skills such as Concealment Expert, Basics of Survivability, and Fire Prevention. Kronshtadt is more of a Battleship than a Cruiser, so Battleship captain skills work well for her.
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Cost (points) |
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2 |
★★ |
★★ |
★★★ |
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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 |
Consumables
Kronshtadt can equip the following consumables:
- Slot 1: Damage Control Party
- Slot 2: Defensive AA Fire or Hydroacoustic Search
- Slot 3: Spotting Aircraft or Surveillance Radar
- Slot 4: Repair Party
Signals
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★★ |
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★★★ |
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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