![]() ![]() Like all US heavy cruisers, Baltimore ’s guns are optimized for close- to mid-range engagements, preferably between 6-12km. Knowledge of the calibers of the battleships she’s fighting will allow Baltimore to play more aggressively, positioning closer to the enemy and potentially increasing her game impact. She will prove extremely resilient to smaller caliber battleships as long as she properly angles. ![]() ![]() The other major change is her 27mm extremities armor, giving Baltimore the ability to bounce 381mm and smaller AP rounds. She can also catch cruisers in their own smoke, firing deadly AP into their broadsides before they can react. Because of this, destroyers must be cautious as trying to spot Baltimore can cost them their ship. If she is randomly spotted, she can instantly activate her radar to reveal the spotter’s position. Baltimore is also one of the few cruisers that can use a tactic known as stealth-radaring. She can position near capture points, making it dangerous for enemy destroyers to take for fear of being shot at. Radar is very effective against both destroyers and smoke cruisers as Baltimore can reveal their positions even in cover or stealth. The most important change is the addition of a 10km surveillance radar. Any plane trying to spot her will risk being shot down.īaltimore continues the same general play style of her US heavy cruiser counterparts though with a few new tricks up her sleeves. Her aerial detection radius is also very good, nearly matching her anti-air range. Destroyers are reluctant to get close when she can immediately counter-radar them and shoot back. While she is still out-spotted by destroyers and submarines, access to 10km surveillance radar partially negates this advantage. With a surface detection of 9.7km, Baltimore is a stealthy ship, out-spotting all battleships and most cruisers. She can easily maneuver around islands or angle to important threats. However this is compensated by her fast rudder shift and good turning radius. Baltimore is fairly squishy if the planes get through her AA, relying more on her maneuverability to dodge attacks.īaltimore ’s top speed is below average, sometimes making it difficult to reposition. On the other hand, Tier X carriers have no problems penetrating her AA cover. She easily shreds Tier VI and most Tier VIII planes. Her firepower is concentrated at mid and close range, giving her effective coverage against all enemy plane types. However, this comes at the cost of higher shell arcs and lower maximum gun range.Īs Baltimore was designed with experience gained during World War II, her anti-air firepower is considerably stronger than her same-tier counterparts. Any ship caught under 10km risks getting sunk in short order. Baltimore ’s new super-heavy AP shells are particularly potent thanks to their high alpha damage and improved penetration angles. With her faster reload speeds she has an impressive damage-per-minute output. Players familiar with New Orleans will feel right at home when firing Baltimore ’s guns, though with some notable differences. Like other US heavy cruisers, Baltimore is armed with 203mm guns. Her torpedo protection is poor, but generally isn’t a problem thanks to her maneuverability. Take care to angle properly as Baltimore ’s citadel is vulnerable when broadside. With her large HP pool, Baltimore can prove to be a durable ship. Her improved 27mm bow, stern, and deck armor lets her bounce up to the 381mm AP rounds common at her tier. She distinguishes herself as the first US tech tree cruiser to carry the powerful Surveillance Radar consumable.īaltimore shares the same general armor as other US heavy cruisers, but with significant improvements over her predecessors. ![]() The data presented in the AA Defense sidebar section may be incorrect.įor a graphic summary of ships Tiers VIII thru XI see LittleWhiteMouse's "Actual AA DPS".īaltimore is the Tier VIII US heavy cruiser, representing a new generation of US cruiser design no longer bound by the London Naval Treaty. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |