Murmansk
IDS_PRGM016_6IN53_MK13_SINGLE6 х 1 / 2 х 2 pcs. |
Rate of Fire8.57 shots/min. |
Reload Time7 sec. |
Rotation Speed7.5 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time24 sec. |
Firing Range14.81 km. |
Maximum Dispersion135 m. |
HE Shell152 mm HE/HC Mk34 mod. 1 |
Maximum HE Shell Damage2,200 |
Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell12 % |
Initial HE Shell Velocity914 m./s. |
HE Shell Weight47.7 kg. |
AP Shell152 mm AP/SC Mk27 mod. 8 |
Maximum AP Shell Damage3,100 |
Initial AP Shell Velocity914 m./s. |
AP Shell Weight47.7 kg. |
533 mm Triple2 х 3 pcs. |
Rate of Fire0.87 shots/min. |
Reload Time69 sec. |
Rotation Speed25 deg./sec. |
180 Degree Turn Time7.2 sec. |
Torpedo53-39 |
Maximum Damage14,400 |
Torpedo Speed55 knot |
Torpedo Range8.01 km. |
20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk4 mount14 х 1 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second60.2 |
. . . Firing Range2.01 km. |
40 mm Bofors on a Mk1 mount3 х 2 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second33.9 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
76 mm Mk.21 on a Mk22 mod. 2 mount6 х 1 pcs. |
. . . Average Damage per Second16.8 |
. . . Firing Range3.51 km. |
Maximum Speed34 knot |
Turning Circle Radius590 m. |
Rudder Shift Time3.8 sec. |
Surface Detectability Range12.76 km. |
Air Detectability Range5.86 km. |
Murmansk — Soviet special premium Tier V cruiser.
A fast scout cruiser with torpedo armament built in the U.S.A. and transferred to the Soviet Navy in 1944. In contrast to Soviet-built ships, Murmansk boasted more advanced AA defenses. However, some of her guns were casemate mounted. This impractical and obsolete firepower arrangement resulted in decreased artillery performance.
Murmansk was first released for sale worldwide on 30 June 2015.
Modules
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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53-39 | 0.9 | 69 | 7.2 | 14,400 | 55 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Compatible Upgrades
Slot 1 |
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Slot 2 |
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Slot 3 |
Player Opinion
Performance
One of the most potent cruisers at Tier V, Murmansk is a formidable opponent in anyone's hands. Featuring a deadly gun range of 14.8km by default with its main guns, Murmansk also has the ability to carry a Spotting Aircraft . Deploying this aircraft can increase her gun range by a further 20%, enabling her to out-range the majority of the ships at her tier. With torpedoes that have a range of 8.0 km, she also isn't bad when it comes to close range engagements. It is recommended though that captains use and abuse the range abilities of this premium cruiser to maximize their survival. By broadsiding at range, she can bring 5 turrets to bear on the enemy, 2 which contain double guns meaning that every 7 seconds she can hit an enemy ship with 7 shells for a total of around 60 shells a minute. With the way fires currently stand with HE shells, sitting at range and spamming high-explosive rounds is a perfectly viable option for this ship.
Murmansk is an Omaha-class ship. In comparison with Omaha in the U.S. tech tree, Murmansk is basically an Omaha that has been fully upgraded. It is nearly identical to an Omaha with the C hull, the gun upgrade, and the fire control upgrade. The main difference lies with the torpedoes. Instead of firing Mark 11's, it uses Soviet 53-39's, which have a range of 8.0 km, travel at 55 knots, and inflict 14,400 damage. The reload time is higher and the torpedo firing arc is smaller, but all-in-all it's a solid upgrade. Other differences include: 2 fewer 76.2 mm AA guns, 4 additional 20 mm Oerlikon AA guns (for a net gain of 16 dps), and an even faster rudder shift time. This makes Murmansk better than a fully upgraded Omaha. Premium ships are generally inferior to any elited ship, so Murmansk is a stand-out. The only downside would be for players who prefer Omaha’s Hull (B), which has two more guns and two more triple-tube torpedo launchers, but has shorter range and loses most of the AA.
Pros:
- Excellent firing range for a cruiser at its tier.
- Carries a recon plane to increase its range.
- One of the best AA cruisers at Tier V.
- Superior to sister-ships Omaha and Marblehead in almost every aspect.
Cons:
- Weak armor makes it susceptible to citadels.
- Slow torpedo speed at 55 knots.
- Large detection range.
- No secondaries.
Research
Optimal Configuration
Upgrades
The recommended upgrades for Murmansk are as follows:
- Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1
- Slot 2: Damage Control System Modification 1
- Slot 3: Aiming Systems Modification 1
Commander Skills
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Cost (points) |
Endurance | Attack | Support | Versatility | ||||
1 |
★★★ |
★★ |
★ |
Χ |
Χ |
Χ |
★ |
Χ |
2 |
★ |
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★★ |
Χ |
Χ |
Χ |
★★★ |
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3 |
★ |
★ |
Χ |
Χ |
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★★★ |
★★ |
4 |
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★★★ |
Χ |
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★★★ |
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful ★★ - Frequently Useful ★ - Occasionally Useful No stars - Meh Χ - Not recommended |
Consumables
Murmansk can equip the following consumables:
- Slot 1: Damage Control Party
- Slot 2: Hydroacoustic Search
- Slot 3: Spotting Aircraft
Camouflage
As a Premium ship, Murmansk comes included with Type 9 camouflage that lowers her detection radius, reduces the accuracy of incoming shells, reduces her repair costs, and increases the amount of experience she earns.
Signals
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Combat | |||||
★ |
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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.
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Historical Info
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