USS Constellation (CC-2) was the second of 6 Lexington-Class Battlecruisers, laid down 18th August 1920. She and 3 of her sisters USS Ranger (CC-4), USS Constitution (CC-5) and USS United States (CC-6) were scrapped in 1923. USS Lexington (CV-2) and USS Saratoga (CV-3) would be converted into Aircraft Carriers, Lexington would be sunk at the battle of the coral Sea in 1942, Saratoga would survive the war being sunk as a target ship in 1947 during operation crossroads. The Lexington-Class were going to be the first battlecruisers ever built by the United States Navy. They would be modeled off the Colorado-Class Battleships and be armed with the same 16" guns from the cancelled 1920 South Dakota Class. With a purposed top speed of 33 knots, they would of been a match for the Kongo-Class they were designed to oppose along with the then king of the battlecruisers HMS Hood. However, being a signature on the Washington Naval Treaty in 1922, the Lexington-Class were cancelled, though they were doomed before that as US Naval Doctrine moved towards the all or nothing Battleships after reviewing the battles of Jutland and Dogger Bank. It could be argued that the US finally did join the battlecruiser craze alittle later with the two Alaska-class Battlecruisers/Large Cruisers.

@CRAZYHORSE19682003

Жыл бұрын

The Alaska class does not qualify as Battlecruisers.

@evilhobo0923

Жыл бұрын

@@CRAZYHORSE19682003 Maybe not but it is still the closest thing to a battlecruiser that the US navy ever had.

@CRAZYHORSE19682003

Жыл бұрын

@@evilhobo0923 I would still call them Large Cruisers and not battle Cruisers. Their hull was an enlarged Baltimore class cruiser hull, where Battlecruisers used battleship hulls. The 12 inch guns were not battleship caliber in the 1940's, where Battlecruisers had battleship caliber armament. The Alaska's had no real torpedo defenses where Battlecruisers would have extensive torpedo defense systems just like battleships.

Wow 343 views & 50 likes, y'all really supporting our boy here.

U.S.S. Constellation (CC-2) was the second ship of the planned 6 Lexington-class battlecruisers for the United States Navy. As in response to the Imperial Japanese Navy’ construction of the Kongō-class battlecruisers. The construction of these ships was authorized under the 1917-1919 building programs, were the only ships of their type ever ordered by the U.S. Navy. Intended as fast combat scouts for the battle fleet, these large ships had a prolonged development history. Their original 1916 design was to displace 34,300 tons with a main battery of ten 14-inch guns, rather light armor, seven smokestacks with many of the boilers above the armored deck, and a speed of 35 knots. By 1919, the plans had been recast on the basis of World War I experience to produce larger ships armed with 16-inch guns, much better protection, two smokestacks with all boilers below the armored deck, and a somewhat lower speed. Construction of the Lexington class ships was held up by other priorities during the First World War, and none of them were laid down until mid-1920. The following year's naval limitations conference in Washington, D.C., had these expensive battle cruisers, and their Japanese and British contemporaries, among its main targets. Following adoption of the Washington Treaty, their construction was stopped in February 1922. The treaty allowed the conversion of two of the battle cruiser hulls to the aircraft carriers Lexington (CV-2) and Saratoga (CV-3). The other four were formally cancelled in August 1923 and scrapped on their building ways. The Lexington class consisted of six ships, under construction at four locations: Lexington (CC-1). Keel laid at Quincy, Massachusetts, January 1921. Became the aircraft carrier CV-2. Constellation (CC-2). Keel laid at Newport News, Virginia, August 1920. Cancelled and scrapped. Saratoga (CC-3). Keel laid at Camden, New Jersey, September 1920. Became the aircraft carrier CV-3. Ranger (CC-4). Keel laid at Newport News, Virginia, June 1921. Cancelled and scrapped. Constitution (CC-5). Keel laid at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, September 1920. Cancelled and scrapped. United States (CC-6). Keel laid at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, September 1920. Cancelled and scrapped. Original (1916) Battle Cruiser Numbers 1 - 4 design characteristics: Displacement: 34,300 tons Dimensions: 874' (length overall); 90'11" (maximum beam) Powerplant: 180,000 horsepower steam turbines with electric drive, producing a 35 knot maximum speed Armament (Main Battery): Ten 14"/50 guns in two twin (turret #s 1 & 4) and two triple (turret #s 2 & 3) turrets Armament (Secondary Battery): Eighteen 5"/51 guns in single mountings (nine guns on each side of the ship) Definitive (1919) Lexington class (Battle Cruiser Numbers 1 - 6) design characteristics: Displacement: 43,500 tons Dimensions: 874' (length overall); 105'5" (maximum beam) Powerplant: 180,000 horsepower steam turbines with electric drive, producing a 33.25 knot maximum speed Armament (Main Battery): Eight 16"/50 guns in four twin turrets Armament (Secondary Battery): Sixteen 6"/53 guns in single mountings (eight guns on each side of the ship)

I'm really liking the Constellation. Not the biggest guns but definitely some of the most accurate. BB v BB it is decent. Played right it can handle itself well. But can be chunked easily. But BB v CL/CA is another story. I have had more Dev strikes in the last week using Constellation against cruisers than I've had in the previous 2 months. Its almost See cruiser, shoot cruiser, no more cruiser. LOL. And the number of DD's surprised by the radar is laughable. I have to say Constellation has made it near the top of my list for USA BB's . Iowa, NJ, Missouri, and Constellation are my picks. I know, Kansas should be there but Kansas and I just do not seem to mesh well. I can do OK in the kansas but just cannot get it to perform as well as others (like spartan). I think mine is a lemon. LOL

I've had some of my best games in the Constellation. I freaking love it. 7 kills in 2 games. 150,000+ damage. I adore this ship. Especially the agility and turn radius and I have my guns reloading in 24sec

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

It's a solid ship just a bit squishy for my taste.

@misterx4253

6 ай бұрын

Hi, bought the constellation today, and i freakin love it too ❤️ only wins today with it defn my fav 👍💪

I know she isn’t the most popular ship, but she is so good-looking, IMO. Like a sleeker Tennessee-class. This is what the Alaska dreams of being, haha. Cheers, man; Just started playing a few weeks ago (I’m a convert from PC… I like this game SO much more) and your videos have been tremendously helpful. I only wish the game was more popular, you’re a great KZreadr but I fear your potential is capped in this community. Ever thought about War Thunder naval? I like a lot more than PC WoWs and the WT community is rather massive… Cheers! P.S. As a Massachusetts native, you should do a Massachuetts BB video (if you haven’t already, going to go search now!)

@SpartanElite43

2 ай бұрын

Welcome to Legends and to my channel! Glad you enjoy and wish ya the best

The Constellation also has a torp belt on the inside of the side plate at the water line. The ship looks fun, I’m thinking about possibly picking it . Spartan just wanted to say you do an excellent job with your “Meet the ???” Videos. Great voice

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoy

Great review, as always. I love the USS Georgia and play it more than any other USN BB. Currently grinding to the USS Kansas and your videos give me insight and inspiration. Thanks again Captain

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Awesome enjoy the grind!

Picked this up while it’s got the coupon, so you know I had to come watch Spartans video on it! I personally maxed out it’s reloaded and got it down to a 19.5 second reload time. Part of me does want to do a accuracy build but i’ve already sunk way too much into the reload lol.

The reason the torpedo protection is bad is balance, of course, but also historically the Lexington class had pretty below average torp protection for a capital ship. This o e has had bulges added, but it probably wasn't totally rebuilt like the Pearl Harbor ships got (I'm thinking Cali)

Love this ship, guns are so accurate!

New Jersey is tied with Iowa for second place for AA DPS laying at 648. Georgia has 649. This has 548. Missouri actually has worse than Iowa and New Jersey at 646. Jean Bart and La Foudre sitting at 560. There's some AA for you :)

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

I was trying to go by memory but thanks for the info

@lejenddairy

Жыл бұрын

All that AA and carriers still manage to torp and bomb me 😂

I'm not even joking, I just got this ship in one of the Christmas crates that wargaming is giving out for free for this winters update, so I'm watching your and others guides on how to play this ship.

@SpartanElite43

7 ай бұрын

Awesome she can be a beast but a bit squishy so angling is key

@sundancegaming6040

7 ай бұрын

@@SpartanElite43 yeah I've played it only a couple time but definitely am getting the hang of it, I also had gotten asashio from another crate so if I can get any tips on that, would be great

THIS, is SpaaartAAAA(n)!!!! Sorry had to do that. Great info thanks, I'm now interested in this as it seems battlecruiserish and I like those faster lighter big boats. Like the French lines, for speed. Like to play a mobile firepower game, keep moving turning, working the throttle - have taken to putting prop mod on BBs where possible. Looking at this I was first thinking to go for a reload/speed build but then got to thinking maybe, an AP punch/Max HP build. Might have to use Willis lee for that, with Sims and the guy who boosts BB AP pen - I do love to tinker with commander builds

Now I wasn't expecting much out of this ship before I got it and I just thought it would be a below average American BB but I'm a American BB stan so I had to get it, but I have to say, I'm in love with it, 2nd Fav American VII BB right behind Kansas

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Noice

@seventeenfive4635

Жыл бұрын

I’m in the same exact boat as you (literally) I never thought a T7 ship with Colorado guns would also be ship I consider to have the best guns at the tier. I took out a full health Alabama recently in one shot. 4 citadels and 4 pens. He looked angled when I fired but all 8 of my rounds formed a small octagon and I knew it was gonna hurt. Easily the most accurate and most damaging shot I’ve ever fired to date.

Hello Spartan Great review as always 👍 Colorado at maximum speed ... ahahaha I think the constellation needs to go to the ship's west coast customs for help against torpedo protection 😝😝😝😝

I got the Constellation yesterday and it’s a beast to play with! What build would you recommend for it

Nice vid spartan. I was wondering if this ship was going to flop. I would pick it up for gxp.

Feel this is something people may get if they don't want to grind for Missouri but wants Radar like a Budget/Mini Missouri.

Well I just downloaded this game a few days ago, I have played the PC version long ago, and well I am enjoying it so far (war gaming bring back the smolensk) anyway I been enjoying the battleships / destroyers and cruisers.

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to Legends Hope you enjoy for a Long time. Also welcome to the channel!

I think you should run Criss Cross and Main Battery mod 2. Helps with better speed and 25 sec turret traverse.

Your review was top as usual, but I don't like the Constellation. For flanking maneuvers I would strongly recommend the fast French BB. I really do love the Richelieu and Alsace for what they can come up with.

Ohh boy can't wait to put new jersey commander on this ship😈

Outstanding

Would you run Arthus inspiration with this ship? I was thinking about changing it from my current Paola I’d revel minus Jackie fisher

@SpartanElite43

Ай бұрын

I actually run AL Colorado on this now so no Arthas for me on constellation

Managed to get my 1st 750k xp what ships you reconmend prefer battleships?

Gg Spartan.....it was a good game.....i was with the Riga......

Because in my opinion you're really good at this game.

BRO HAD ALL MAX, im just whit my tier 1 ship 💀😭

The torpedo protection is low for balance but it is still roo good in my opinion it is also perplexing why a design from 1919 gets Iowa secondaries and post war AA while ships like Gascogne and Vhampagne get tier 5 AA, it would also be nice if Gascogne got Jean Bart guns since its a paper ship (at the current time Gascogne has worse accuracy than Bismarck and Richelieu because nobody plays it and it didnt get any accuracy buffs)

@TheDragonGamerTV

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'm not sure why a 1919 design has the same superstructure(not exactly) as an Iowa class BB. There was no refit. This ship wasn't actually built, and all Lexington class BC besides 2 were canceled, and those 2 were converted into Carrier's. This is a prime example of Wargaming making shit up on the fly.

Pretty cool ship, it was also cool seeing CVN 78 in Oslo today. Y’all are welcome here anytime lol

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Noice!

i brought the constellion on last wed

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Noice enjoy!

It is sad Wargaming went through all this and gave her the wrong guns. They were supposed to have the 16 inch 50 caliber MK2 guns.

I suppose you could say we are seeing stars?

Which radar is better Missouri or constellation

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Honestly they are either same or constellation is .9km better range

Spartan - Doesn’t the AA on this reach out to 6 km because you equipped that mod in slot 1? That would account for the extra 20% range.

@redmanreed9809

Жыл бұрын

Only the 127mm mk32s reach out to 6km with the mod I believe

@vincehoward3853

Жыл бұрын

@@redmanreed9809 Yes, I was going by what Spartan said early in video when he talked about those being 6km vs 5km in other American BB’s. I don’t think he normally equips AA mod as he did on this ship, so it accounts for the difference.

I know ppl hate this ship but I adore it. Just wish I had the real money to buy it.

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

I dont hate it I enjoy it

Yeah, I'm really liking the Connie! It's definitely not the most durable thing at Tier VII, but it's a lot of fun.

If this ship performs well enough, there won't be a reason to grind the Missouri now

Do you have the Minnesota?

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Yes and I've got a couple videos in it if you search my channel for it

YOU DID WHAT I ASKED!!!!

17,500 doubloons everyone! Who sold an organ to fund this ship? 😂😂

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Haha had to give up my birthrights

I just won this in a crate

Do you not have AZ New Jearsey?

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

I do have it

i used my 70% off coupon for this ship :>

@SpartanElite43

23 сағат бұрын

Nice hope you enjoy it as much as I do

@JunkoXan

23 сағат бұрын

@SpartanElite43 since it was one of the very few I had missing and I usually come across dds more than Cruisers... it's been very good

A like and a comment

I was the 1000th like lol that’s kinda cool…

@SpartanElite43

Ай бұрын

Awesome

Georgia has18 inch guns spartan!

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

I know Georgia has 18 inch guns

I should of bought this over Florida. I like the looks of Florida better but this is better the Florida. I'll take Georgia over this.but I would deff like to buy constellation

Curious - why not AL New Jersey? Nothing at all wrong with Sims, of course, but I bet you have reasons!

@dgeneratio1

Жыл бұрын

He prefers the extra Dispersion that Sims provides rather than Damage Potential.

@Frateloder

Жыл бұрын

@@dgeneratio1 so much accuracy already on this one, tho - guessing it's already best of the T7 US BBs, and that's before slot 4 and commander perks. With the weaker armor, best to overwhelm the target as fast as possible. That's why I use von Essen insp too.

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Since I have less guns I prefer raw accuracy plus Sims gives a HP boost

Spartan are you okay with joining a division and trying a few battles together the next time I'm on?

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I can't make any promises like that. I do appreciate that you enjoy what I do but I just can't div with everyone.

@godzillatrains1733

Жыл бұрын

@@SpartanElite43 I understand well if you would like try a division I'll try to be on at the time.... Maybe a Montana division would work when I obtain the ship which shouldn't take to much longer.

@godzillatrains1733

Жыл бұрын

But I'll invite you to a division or you invite me ether way works but I'm only gonna invite/join if you're okay with it at the time.

Is it just me or do the guns look really small compared to the rest of the ship

@SpartanElite43

6 ай бұрын

Probably just used to seeing triple or quad turrets so dual gun turrets look strange

Hey

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Hey

@ethanfreitas918

Жыл бұрын

@@SpartanElite43 can you make a secondary build on iwami 9.3+km And under 2.0sec reload 100mm Under 10sec 155mm reload

I wish u didn't hate Georgia so much lol

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Haha I don't hate the Georgia I just prefer every other American BB at the tier.

Jean Bart has 100 in AA lol. You should try Queen Elizabeth as an inspiration. She makes better dispersion, quicker reload, and more damage. Also which would you use Cunningham over New Jersey?

Should've watched your vid before I decided to spend 30£ on it... this ship is Flippin trash, every time I get hit it's a citadel hit, today I got hit once and end up with 66HP didn't even know that's what's even possible

@SpartanElite43

Ай бұрын

It's squishy but once you learn to angle well its nasty. I actually love constellation and recently I've been running the AL Colorado reload build on it

@maurovaart

Ай бұрын

@SpartanElite43 III von der tann is my go to, but I'll try Colorado and see... thank you

First

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Noice

Georgia is better than this ship. Still a fun addition tho

After all this time the aim still hasn't improved

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

Dont think my aim was that bad in this fight so not sure what you're on about

@chocolatecaliente9

Жыл бұрын

@@SpartanElite43 7/10 on the aim not bad yeah but you've been "not bad" since ever and compared to pgrapidz yeah and I know you KZreadrs pick the best matches for your videos but still should be better by this point because I've seen your videos for a long time

@SpartanElite43

Жыл бұрын

@@chocolatecaliente9 see that's the thing.. I dont compare myself to others. I know where I stand in terms of my performance. I'm a solid Uni and I'm ok with that. I dont need to be top 1% player. We have plenty of folks that are top 1% who talk about how amazing they are. I just enjoy playing the game and sharing my experience with everyone. I focus on being entertaining and that works for me. Plus my overall accuracy is a solid 42%.. Most of the top players are at 45% from what I've seen so it isn't as big a difference as you'd think. My biggest downfall isn't my accuracy it is my over aggressive style of gameplay which often finds me in bad positions and gets me sunk. However this is also probably the main reason folks watch my content... Anyone can sit back and snipe for 15 minutes or island hop.. Not everyone can play the game at the pace I do and come out on the winning side as often as I do. Despite what many think even after doing this as long as I have I still only have like 11k games played. Anyway hope this helps clear some stuff up. Also hope you enjoy watching my content for what it is. Appreciate you coming around for such a long time.

It’s rubbish not worth the money

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