Talk:Shoukaku/@comment-26293410-20150916025549/@comment-26177680-20150916031541

I doubt it, the Crossbow is exclusive to Armoured Aircraft Carriers (Taihou) and it's not like Shoukaku or Zuikaku were ever designated as such. The crossbow can endure more hits and be used after damage, unlike a bow with a string, explaining the whole launching fighters at Chuuha state.