What would the Royal Navy do with 2,000-ton sloops?

What would the Royal Navy change if its sloops used a 2,000-ton hull?

It would emphasize anti-submarine warfare, subdivision, and underwater protection, using the extra tonnage for survivability rather than excessive armament.

A 2,000-ton limit would not automatically turn a Royal Navy sloop into a heavily armed small cruiser. Designers would spend the additional displacement on subdivision, underwater protection, anti-submarine equipment, and the ability to survive torpedo or mine damage. That choice reflects the sloop's escort mission, where staying afloat and protecting shipping mattered more than carrying disproportionate guns. Opening this moment shows how treaty tonnage, mission, and survivability shape a practical escort design.