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Comparing King George V, Lion, and Vanguard superstructures

The short comparison distinguishes bridge shape from the hull identification of the game design.

HMS VanguardKing George V Class Battleships (1939)Lion Class BattleshipsShip Design
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Question

How did the King George V, Lion, and Vanguard superstructures differ?

Short answer

Lion is described as similar to King George V with somewhat more space, while Vanguard is narrower and slightly taller.

Notes

Lion's superstructure is described as close to that of King George V, but somewhat more built up and with more internal space. Vanguard is described as narrower and slightly taller. The comparison explains why the earlier game ship could resemble one class in hull lines and another in its bridge.