Talk:World 5/@comment-211.124.92.145-20140314171344/@comment-180.245.130.153-20140315144751

I wonder if Re-class BB is actually based on Nelson-class battleship of the Royal Navy, if only because of the torpedo. Nelson-class battleships were equipped with 622mm torpedo tubes in addition to nine 406mm (16in) guns.

Reportedly, HMS Rodney used her torpedoes in her engagement against KM Bismarck, with uncertain result.

The torpedo capability didn't stay until the end of the war, though. It was later considered a liability, and then removed.