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Hood's deferred fire-control modernization

Hood's basic radar fit was intended to be replaced by better radar and fire-control equipment during a larger refit.

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Question

Why was Hood's fire control considered outdated by 1941?

Short answer

Hood had only basic radar and was awaiting a planned refit with better radar and fire-control equipment.

Notes

Hood carried only a basic radar fit in 1941. A planned refit would have brought better radar and fire-control equipment. Her existing fit reflected the timing of modernization and the work still intended for her.