Older battleships convert to oil fuel and improved turbines so they can reach a common 28-knot standard. The displacement released or added by the refit goes into stronger belt protection, improved guns, and better internal arrangements. A second class receives the same treatment, including an emphasis on improved 12-inch weapons. Standard speed lets these ships operate with the modernized fleet instead of becoming tactically isolated by slower machinery or obsolete batteries.
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Standardizing older battleships around 28 knots
Two capital-ship refits seek common speed, protection, and gun standards so older designs can remain useful with the main fleet.