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Did Crown Colony cruisers work better with three or four turrets?

Many Crown Colony cruisers ended up with three main turrets when additional anti-aircraft weapons were fitted.

Question

Did the Crown Colony class work better with four main-gun turrets or three?

Short answer

Most eventually had three main turrets as additional anti-aircraft weapons, including 40 mm guns, were fitted.

Notes

Most Crown Colony cruisers eventually operated with three main-gun turrets as their anti-aircraft armament increased. Additional 40 mm weapons were part of those changes. The three-turret arrangement accompanied a stronger anti-aircraft fit.