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Nelsons and King George Vs in an American fleet scenario

Nelsons are welcomed as replacements for older ships, while the fast-battleship substitution draws objections about armament and endurance.

Question

What if American standards became Nelson-class ships and American fast battleships became King George Vs in December 1941?

Short answer

Nelsons are welcomed as useful replacements, while the fast-battleship change prompts objections about 14-inch guns and published range, with the practical range objection disputed.

Notes

The hypothetical replaces American standard battleships with Nelsons and fast battleships with King George Vs in December 1941. Nelsons are regarded as useful replacements for the older standard ships. Replacing the fast ships draws disappointment about a reduction to 14-inch guns. Published endurance figures prompt another objection, while Alex distinguishes that concern from the King George V class's demonstrated ability to operate with the British Pacific Fleet.