18 Inch Naval Gun

Technically an 18.1" Cannon, the 18" Naval Gun is the largest naval cannon fielded. Dwarfing the 16 Inch Naval Gun and firing a shell the size of a small car, it approximately 3,500lbs of high explosive loaded inside, and with volley capabilities, allows massive firepower to be levelled on command.

However, the 18" Naval Gun never saw much service in real life. This stems from the fact that it is less accurate, slower firing, and lower ranged than the 16" Guns normally mounted. With the higher cost, the larger weapon was never greatly fielded, and was overshadowed by the dawn of the Aircraft Carrier.

Nations employing the 18" Naval Gun should remember that if a ship could mount twelve 16" Guns, it might only be able to carry nine 18" Guns, resulting in an overall loss of firepower. Also, the larger shells will require more ammunition space. A ship firing 18.1" cannon should be built for 18.1" cannon, although the larger size will make it a priority target. [{Category: Naval Warfare Systems]]