Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

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A maximal post-Falklands Royal Navy

The Type 23 and Type 45 become much larger with roughly twice the missiles, while the Queen Elizabeth class grows into a CATOBAR carrier for F-35Cs, Super Hornets, and Hawkeyes.

Alternate HistoryCATOBARFalklands WarQueen Elizabeth Class Aircraft CarriersRoyal NavyType 23 FrigateType 45 Destroyer
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Question

What would the Royal Navy look like if it pursued maximal designs after the Falklands War?

Short answer

The Type 23 and Type 45 become much larger with roughly twice the missiles, while the Queen Elizabeth class grows into a CATOBAR carrier for F-35Cs, Super Hornets, and Hawkeyes.

Notes

In this hypothetical fleet, the Type 23 gains about 1,000 tons and twice its historical missile fit. The Type 45 grows by about 3,000 tons or more, potentially with twice the missiles, more engine power and electrical generation, and greater gun armament. British yards capable of building larger vessels would permit a larger Queen Elizabeth design with more aircraft. At that size, catapults and arresting gear are considered likely. The proposed air group includes F-35Cs, Super Hornets, and Hawkeyes.