HMS Fearless (L170) is coming soon
Coming soon to the game amid cannon fire and explosions from sea drones is the new British assault ship HMS Fearless (L170) — a versatile fighter capable of proving itself both as a fearless warrior on the front lines and a reliable ally providing support to the entire team!
HMS Fearless (L170) is a multi-purpose amphibious assault ship of the Royal Navy, designed with stealth technology and improved seaworthiness. It is capable of performing a wide range of naval operations thanks to its flexible payload system. Equipped with powerful engines, it can maintain high speed and maneuverability even in difficult conditions, providing an advantage in combat.
Let's take a closer look at this new addition!
Armament:
1. RUM-139 Swarmer missile battery [2x1]
2. RUM-139 Swarmer missile battery [2x1]
3. MK8 Mod 1 cannon (155 mm) [2x1]🔒
4. RAH-66 Comanche helicopter [1x1]
5. MPLS Fearless autocannon [2x1]🔒
6. Sea RAM air defense [2x1]
7. Sea RAM air defense [2x1]
8. Aster 30 Fearless air defense [2x1]🔒
9. MARS UEV unmanned vessel [1x1]
10. MARS UEV unmanned vessel[1x1]
The armament of the new British assault landing ship is impressive in its variety and sophistication: four missile battery slots give it a serious advantage when striking distant targets, and two MK8 Mod 1 guns, although inferior in power to later modifications, successfully compensate for this disadvantage with significantly improved reload speed. Air defense systems are represented by two dual freely replaceable Sea RAM installations and an Aster 30 Fearless silo complex capable of engaging air targets at long ranges, making the ship resistant to massive air attacks. MPLS Fearless autocannons play an important role in providing protection: two installations effectively neutralize underwater threats, including submarines and torpedoes, allowing the ship to avoid focusing on dangers from below. The presence of two MARS UEV unmanned vessels deserves special mention — despite the lack of their own weapons, they are highly durable, have excellent speed, and explode with powerful damage when colliding with a target. And of course, as is traditional, there is a helipad with a RAH-66 Comanche in the stern of the ship.
What is the gameplay like on the new ship?
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Pros:
- Accurate and rapid-fire guns.
- Automatic cannon capable of hitting torpedoes and submarines.
- The highest speed in its class.
- Most modules are available for customization.
Cons:
- Guns are located far apart.
- Lowest durability in its class.
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The new British assault landing ship can be safely called a real constructor in terms of equipment: the commander himself chooses the configuration of missile systems, air defense systems, as well as helicopters and unmanned vessels. The only exceptions are the guns and autocannons, which cannot be replaced, but thanks to their high efficiency, there is no need to do so. In terms of tactics, the optimal option is for the ship to act as a support vessel on the front line, where it can effectively assist allies with its missile batteries and artillery, gradually moving on to actively breaking through enemy defenses. With the right selection of equipment, its potential increases significantly — from an auxiliary unit, it turns into an independent strike unit capable of setting the pace of battle. The new MARS UEV drones occupy a special place: they should be actively used for reconnaissance, and when the enemy is detected, they should be immediately sent to ram and then detonate. With skillful simultaneous control of two such drones, it is possible to inflict colossal damage on an enemy ship, reaching half of its strength or even more.
What is the result?
HMS Fearless (L170) is a ship that does not require outstanding skills from its commander, but its effectiveness directly depends on the equipment chosen. In its basic configuration, it is already capable of reliably supporting allies or gaining the upper hand in a short duel with a less fortunate opponent, but it only truly reveals its potential when using the right modules — perhaps not the most powerful ones, but at least those that the commander knows how to use most effectively. The abundance of air defense systems allows for some tactical mistakes in battle, and autocannons provide protection even from the most aggressive attacks from underwater.
