The revised design is assessed at about 56,000 to 57,000 tons full load, rather than by the game's optimistic range figure. Its intended 8,000-nautical-mile range at 18 knots matches Hood's reach while improving on Hood's cruising speed. It also uses the Renown class's 18-knot cruising pace while seeking twice its stated endurance. This turns speed and range from brochure figures into a fleet-use requirement for a fast battleship.
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Combining Hood's reach with Renown's cruising speed
The realistic concept is defined by a concrete operational requirement: roughly Hood's range while cruising at Renown's faster speed.