The Royal Navy could use the extra allowance to add five capital ships without immediately discarding its existing battle fleet. Pairs of new ships would enter service while older vessels received modernization. A larger carrier allowance could support ships around Ark Royal's size with Illustrious-level armor and better flood protection. A 200,000-ton destroyer allowance would accommodate 16 Tribal-class ships without relying on the later treaty breakdown. The enlarged settlement permits expansion while keeping useful older ships.
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Extra tonnage reshapes British battleships, carriers, and escorts
Extra tonnage lets Britain add capital ships, retain and modernize older vessels, and combine Ark Royal's size with heavier carrier protection.