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''Thor'' had an [[Length overall|overall length]] of {{convert|86.3|m|ftin|abbr=on}} and measured {{convert|84.9|m|ftin|abbr=on}} [[Waterline length|at the waterline]], a [[Beam (nautical)|beam]] of {{convert|14.77|m|ftin|abbr=on}} and a maximum [[Draft (hull)|draught]] of {{convert|5.5|m|ftin|abbr=on}}. [[Displacement (ship)|Displacement]] was {{convert|3328|LT|t|lk=in}} [[Normal displacement|normal]] and {{convert|3720|LT|t}} [[full load]]. Power was provided by six [[Scotch marine boiler|marine boilers]] feeding steam to two sets of [[triple-expansion steam engine]]s and rated at {{convert|5300|ihp|kW|lk=in}} driving two [[Propeller|shafts]], giving a design speed of {{convert|15|kn|lk=on}}.{{sfn|Fleks|1997|page=11}} During [[sea trial]]s, the vessel exceeded {{convert|15.5|kn}}, and at one point achieved {{convert|16.44|kn}}.{{sfn|Fleks|1997|page=12}} Two [[Funnel (ship)|funnels]] were fitted. A full load of {{convert|280|LT|lk=on}} of [[coal]] was carried, which gave a design range of {{convert|2500|nmi|lk=in}} at {{convert|10|kn}}.{{sfn|Fleks|1997|page=11}} After reconstruction, coal capacity was expanded to {{convert|300|LT|lk=on}}, which gave a design range of {{convert|2530|nmi|lk=in}} at {{convert|10|kn}}. The ship had a [[Ship's company|complement]] of 254 officers and [[Naval rating|ratings]].{{sfn|Parkes|Prendergast|1969|page=380}} |
''Thor'' had an [[Length overall|overall length]] of {{convert|86.3|m|ftin|abbr=on}} and measured {{convert|84.9|m|ftin|abbr=on}} [[Waterline length|at the waterline]], a [[Beam (nautical)|beam]] of {{convert|14.77|m|ftin|abbr=on}} and a maximum [[Draft (hull)|draught]] of {{convert|5.5|m|ftin|abbr=on}}. [[Displacement (ship)|Displacement]] was {{convert|3328|LT|t|lk=in}} [[Normal displacement|normal]] and {{convert|3720|LT|t}} [[full load]]. Power was provided by six [[Scotch marine boiler|marine boilers]] feeding steam to two sets of [[triple-expansion steam engine]]s and rated at {{convert|5300|ihp|kW|lk=in}} driving two [[Propeller|shafts]], giving a design speed of {{convert|15|kn|lk=on}}.{{sfn|Fleks|1997|page=11}} During [[sea trial]]s, the vessel exceeded {{convert|15.5|kn}}, and at one point achieved {{convert|16.44|kn}}.{{sfn|Fleks|1997|page=12}} Two [[Funnel (ship)|funnels]] were fitted. A full load of {{convert|280|LT|lk=on}} of [[coal]] was carried, which gave a design range of {{convert|2500|nmi|lk=in}} at {{convert|10|kn}}.{{sfn|Fleks|1997|page=11}} After reconstruction, coal capacity was expanded to {{convert|300|LT|lk=on}}, which gave a design range of {{convert|2530|nmi|lk=in}} at {{convert|10|kn}}. The ship had a [[Ship's company|complement]] of 254 officers and [[Naval rating|ratings]].{{sfn|Parkes|Prendergast|1969|page=380}} |
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The guns could fire a {{convert|450|lb|kg|abbr=on|order=flip|adj=on}} shell at a muzzle velocity of {{convert|2362|ft/s|m/s|abbr=on}}. The mounting, designated M1894, used electric training and manual elevation.{{sfn|Friedman|2011|page=302}} Secondary armament consisted of six Bofors {{convert|12|cm|in|1|abbr=on}} guns mounted singularly in casemates [[amidships]]. The central gun could traverse 136 degrees, while the outside weapons were limited to 115 degrees. The ship was also armed with a tertiary armament of ten single Bofors {{convert|5.7|cm|in|1|abbr=on}} guns, two on the forward bridge, four on the forward superstructure, two on the aft superstructure and two on the aft bridge. Two {{convert|25|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} [[machine gun]]s were carried by the [[Pinnace (ship's boat)|pinnace]]s and two {{convert|8|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} were mounted on the [[Top (sailing ship)|tops]]. A single submerged {{convert|18|in|cm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[torpedo tube]] was mounted in the bow.{{sfn|Office of Naval Intelligence|1900|page=78}} |
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Revision as of 16:39, 30 November 2024
The success of Oden led to the Swedish Navy ordering a two similar vessels on 5 May1896 to create a three-ship class of first-class coastal defence ships. The ships differed from their predecessor in having improved steel, which allowed a reduction of 200 long tons (200 t) in weight, and thus the addition of two more casemate-mounted 12 cm (4.7 in) guns.[1] A hallmark of the design was extensive use of electric power, with Thor having 13 electric motors, nearly twice as many as Oden.[2] The three vessels are considered members of the same class.[3]
Thor had an overall length of 86.3 m (283 ft 2 in) and measured 84.9 m (278 ft 7 in) at the waterline, a beam of 14.77 m (48 ft 5 in) and a maximum draught of 5.5 m (18 ft 1 in). Displacement was 3,328 long tons (3,381 t) normal and 3,720 long tons (3,780 t) full load. Power was provided by six marine boilers feeding steam to two sets of triple-expansion steam engines and rated at 5,300 indicated horsepower (4,000 kW) driving two shafts, giving a design speed of 15 knots (28 km/h; 17 mph).[1] During sea trials, the vessel exceeded 15.5 knots (28.7 km/h; 17.8 mph), and at one point achieved 16.44 knots (30.45 km/h; 18.92 mph).[4] Two funnels were fitted. A full load of 280 long tons (280 t) of coal was carried, which gave a design range of 2,500 nautical miles (4,600 km; 2,900 mi) at 10 knots (19 km/h; 12 mph).[1] After reconstruction, coal capacity was expanded to 300 long tons (300 t), which gave a design range of 2,530 nautical miles (4,690 km; 2,910 mi) at 10 knots (19 km/h; 12 mph). The ship had a complement of 254 officers and ratings.[5]
The guns could fire a 200 kg (450 lb) shell at a muzzle velocity of 2,362 ft/s (720 m/s). The mounting, designated M1894, used electric training and manual elevation.[6] Secondary armament consisted of six Bofors 12 cm (4.7 in) guns mounted singularly in casemates amidships. The central gun could traverse 136 degrees, while the outside weapons were limited to 115 degrees. The ship was also armed with a tertiary armament of ten single Bofors 5.7 cm (2.2 in) guns, two on the forward bridge, four on the forward superstructure, two on the aft superstructure and two on the aft bridge. Two 25 mm (1.0 in) machine guns were carried by the pinnaces and two 8 mm (0.3 in) were mounted on the tops. A single submerged 46 cm (18 in) torpedo tube was mounted in the bow.[7]
Notes
Citations
- ^ a b c Fleks 1997, p. 11.
- ^ Campbell 1979, p. 361.
- ^ Fleks 1997, p. 12.
- ^ Parkes & Prendergast 1969, p. 380.
- ^ Friedman 2011, p. 302.
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