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| Tango01 | 14 Jul 2018 9:30 p.m. PST |
"Just prior to the Pacific War, a number of former IJN destroyers were replaced by newer classes as first-line combatants. The older destroyers were reclassified as patrol boats. All such vessels were then modified to varying degrees. Most had one or more boilers removed which reduced their speed. All had their torpedo tubes and at least one of their 4.7-inch/45 cal main guns removed. Extra ballast was added to compensate for the loss of topside weight and to increase stability. Some vessels were fitted to carry and launch up to two 46-ft Daihatsu landing craft. The interior spaces of some vessels were modified to accommodate from 150 to 250 troops. 25mm AA guns and depth charge racks and throwers were fitted. The changes increased their displacement by over 900-tons. This page will cover the activities of 12 such vessels that were in service as patrol boats…."
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