© 2008 Bob Hackett, Sander Kingsepp and Peter Cundall
During 1941 and 1942, the WAKATAKE second-class destroyers underwent a refit. The center 4.7 gun, between the funnels, was removed. The remaining two 4.7/45 cal, low angle guns were replaced with improved dual purpose 4.7/50 cal. mounts. Two triple 25mm mounts replaced the center 4.7 mount. Mine sweeping gear was removed and the number of depth charges was increased by 36 with 4 throwers fitted.
| Vessels | Dimensions | Displacement | Machinery | Speed | Armament | Complement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAKATAKE, KURETAKE, SANAE, FUYO, KARAKAYA, ASAGAO | 275' x 26.5' x 8' | 820-tons | 2 shafts, geared turbines, 21,500 SHP | 35.5 knots | 3 x 4.7mm-mm, 4 21-in. TT (2x2), 2 -7.7mm
MG |
110 |
