Continuous construction would gradually replace the First World War generation of capital ships. Britain might maintain roughly 24 to 28 ships, supporting battle squadrons in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Far East. Building around four ships each year or every few years would eventually move even the Admiral class out of the frontline fleet. Older ships could pass to dominion navies, particularly Canada and Australia, with other imperial recipients also possible. G3s could carry 16.5-inch guns in this scenario. Although their armament had been reduced to 16 inches, the treaty negotiations occurred early enough in the construction cycle for that decision to be reversed.
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Continuous construction replaces older capital ships
Regular replacement could retire or transfer older British capital ships while allowing G3 armament to change during construction.