W-21 (W-19 class) scanned from Gakken, V. 45
The W-19 class of two units was an improved W-7 class. In 1943-1944, most of
the class had their minesweeping gear removed and were rearmed with five
Type 96 25-mm AA guns and 36 DCs.
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Builders and
Years Completed: |
Various
1940-1944 |
| Displacement: |
648-tons standard. |
| Dimensions: |
237' x 25.9' x 8.7' |
| Propulsion: |
2 sets GT, 2 Kampon boilers, 2-shafts, 3850
i.h.p, speed 20 knots |
| Armament: |
3 x 4.7-inch (120-mm)/45 cal HA, 2-25-mm AA,
depth charges |
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