An 18-inch alternative to the Montana design

What alternative armament would the panel prefer for the Montana-class battleship?

One panelist favors 18-inch twin turrets, while another favors retaining the available 16-inch/50 guns to avoid a new production line.

One panelist prefers a Montana alternative with 18-inch twin turrets, praising the design's appearance. Another objects that an 18-inch weapon would require a separate production line when 16-inch/50 guns were already available. The exchange does not establish a complete layout or a reliable total gun count. It contrasts enthusiasm for the heavier armament with the manufacturing advantage of an existing weapon.