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Statistics About The Most Powerful Battleship
The most powerful battleship had a top speed of 30 knots, a displacement of 65,027 tons, and carried a main armament of nine 16-inch guns.
In this post, we explore the incredible statistics and historical significance of the most powerful battleship ever constructed – the Yamato. From its massive armament and sheer size to its final battle and ultimate fate, the Yamato’s legacy continues to captivate both military enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Join us as we delve into the remarkable details of this iconic vessel that left an indelible mark on naval warfare history.
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"On April 7, 1945, the Yamato was sunk by approximately 300 U.S. aircraft in the East China Sea."
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"The Yamato had a main armament of nine 18.1-inch naval guns, the largest caliber of naval artillery ever fitted to a warship."
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"The maximum speed of the Yamato was 27 knots (approximately 31 mph or 50 km/h)."
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"The battleship Yamato was part of the Japanese Combined Fleet and took part in the Battle of Leyte Gulf and Operation Ten-Go."
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"The Yamato and its sister ship Musashi were the heaviest and most heavily armed battleships ever constructed."
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"The Yamato's main battery shells weighed as much as a small car (3,200 pounds each)."
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"The Yamato battleship was 263 meters (862 feet) long."
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"There are Yamato Museum artifacts in Kure, Japan, dedicated to this legendary battleship."
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"The Yamato had three 155 mm Type 89 naval triple turrets, each with 12 anti-aircraft guns."
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"The U.S. lost 10 aircraft, while Japan lost about 3,700 men including Admiral Ito during the Yamato's final mission."
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"The Yamato required a crew complement of around 2,500 officers and men."
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"The Yamato was the most powerful battleship ever constructed in terms of firepower."
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"The Yamato weighed 72,800 tons fully loaded."
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"The Yamato's detection and targeting systems were state-of-the-art for the time but eventually outmatched by newer technology."
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"The Yamato had an operational range of 7,200 nautical miles (13,330 km) at 16 knots (30 km/h)."
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"The Yamato was commissioned in December 1941 and sunk in April 1945."
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"The ship played a prominent cultural role in Japan even after its destruction, symbolizing the country's industrial and military might."
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"Despite its impressive power, the Yamato was overwhelmed by U.S. aircraft carriers and planes."
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"The Yamato-class ships featured armor that was up to 16 inches (406 mm) thick."
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"The Yamato expended over 1,000 shells during its final battle."
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