BXBX NOVEL Chapter 1255: change tactics
"General, what should we do then?" A trace of worry flashed across Major General Felix\'s face.
Although they sank a battleship of the island navy, the island fleet still has 11 battleships. And they only have eight ships. Even if two capital ships of the island nation\'s fleet were abandoned due to speed, it would be nine to eight, and they did not have any advantage.
These eight capital ships of the German Navy do not take advantage of their speed. The \'King-class\' battleship is, after all, an old ship from the last world war. At that time, the general speed of capital ships of various countries was only about 20 knots. Therefore, the speed of the "King-class" battleship at that time was 23 knots, which was considered very fast. But now, the speed of capital ships of various countries has moved closer to 30 knots. In comparison, the \'King-class\' battleship is very slow. Even after modernization and enhancement of the power system, the current maximum speed of the "King-class" battleship can only be maintained at 25 knots. This speed is slower than other battleships except for a little faster than the "Fuso-class" battleships of the Japanese navy.
The maximum speed of the "Ise-class" battleships of the Japanese Navy is as high as 25 knots, the maximum speed of the "Nagato-class" battleships is also as high as 24.3 knots, and the maximum speed of the "Kaga-class" battleships is as high as 26.5 knots. The maximum speed soared to a terrifying 29.75 knots. It can be said that in front of these new battleships, the \'King-class\' battleships are as slow as snails.
The three "Derfflinger-class" battlecruisers can maintain a maximum speed of 27.5 knots. But in front of the "Ki-class" battleships, they still can\'t take any advantage.
"How long will it take for the battleship formation of the Indian Ocean Fleet to arrive?" Lieutenant General Theodor Burchardi asked.
It is undoubtedly impossible to eat these battleships of the combined fleet of the island nation\'s navies solely by relying on the battleship formation of the Pacific Fleet. It is necessary to join the battleship formation of the Indian Ocean Fleet, so that they can have an overwhelming advantage. Even if they fight head-on with the main fleet of the United Fleet, they are sure of winning, and at most they will lose a little more. But as long as he can win, no matter how big the loss is, it will undoubtedly be worth it.
"General, the battleship formation of the Indian Ocean Fleet is on its way. However, the distance is relatively far away. It will take at least four to five hours to arrive at the battlefield." Major General Felix said.
Obviously, it is impossible to count on the rescue of the Indian Ocean Fleet in a short time.
However, Lieutenant General Theodor Burchardi did not give up.
"If we turn now and go in the same direction as the battleship formation of the Indian Ocean Fleet. Then, we will be able to meet in two and a half hours." Lieutenant General Theodor Burshadi said.
"Yes, General." Major General Felix nodded.
"Well, the fleet is starting to turn gradually. In order to chase us, the fleets of the island nations will definitely follow suit. In this way, we can quickly join the battleship formation of the Indian Ocean Fleet. At that time, we can gather all our strength to beat them Meal!" Lieutenant General Theodor Burchard ordered.
"Yes, General."
Facing the high-speed approach of the island nation\'s fleet, the German fleet also began to turn while increasing its speed in order to increase the distance.
After Lieutenant General Yoshida Zengo discovered this situation, he immediately ordered the fleet to follow suit. It was hard to catch the German fleet, and they had already lost a capital ship. How could it be possible for the German fleet to escape? In that case, isn\'t their loss in vain?
"Damn the Germans, they know they are scared now and want to escape, there is no way! This time, we must sink them all!" Lieutenant General Yoshida Zengo had a smile on his face, he seemed to feel that he Once had the advantage.
"General, the speed of the battleship \'Mutsu\' is too slow, which dragged down our speed. If the battleship \'Mutsu\', even the battleship \'Ise\' and the battleship \'Hyuga\' can be temporarily dropped, we The speed can be increased to more than 25 knots. In this way, we will be able to catch up with the Germans in a shorter time." Said Colonel Fukushige.
However, Lieutenant General Yoshida Zengo did not adopt this suggestion. Because, if there are three more battleships left, then they will only have 6 battleships left. The Germans had eight battleships. The current Lieutenant General Yoshida Zengo does not dare to underestimate these old warships of the Germans. Therefore, even with six cutting-edge battleships against the eight old battleships of the Germans, Lieutenant General Yoshida Zengo is not sure of victory. Therefore, he didn\'t want to take any risks.
"Unless it is absolutely necessary, we can\'t take such a risk. The combat effectiveness of these old warships of the Germans exceeded our expectations. If we rush to catch up, I am afraid that we will suffer a lot of losses." Lieutenant General Yoshida Zengo said.
"Hi, the general is wise!" Colonel Fukuro Shige complimented quickly.
The German fleet gradually turned, from sailing north before to sailing east. The island fleet pursued closely, unwilling to give up this opportunity to destroy the German fleet. At the same time, the seven capital ships of the German Navy\'s Indian Ocean Fleet are also speeding up to the battlefield.
Being able to sink a battleship of the island navy during the first encounter, although not sure which one it was, this has already made the German fleet very satisfied. At least, this proves that their modification of those old battleships is very effective and very successful. These old battleships, in this war, will once again erupt with strong combat effectiveness and contribute their strength to the German Navy\'s victory in the war. In this case, the German Navy\'s chances of winning in this war are undoubtedly much greater.
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
On the sea, the two sides are still exchanging fire. However, the hit rate is very low. In the case of a warship sailing at high speed, even with the assistance of the artillery sighting radar, the hit rate cannot be high. As for the island fleet, because the distance is too far, the hit rate is even zero.