Allied Warships

Aircraft Carriers

Argus class

1 ship


The aircraft carrier HMS Argus (D 49) of the Royal Navy.

Technical information

TypeAircraft Carrier
Displacement14450 BRT 
Length565 feet (oa) 
Complement373 men 
Armament6 4" AA guns (6x1)
20 aircraft 
Max speed20.25 knots
EnginesGeared turbines, 4 shafts 
Power20000 HP 
Notes on classSmaller (20mm) anti-aircraft armament was added during the war. 


All ships of the Argus class


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HMS Argus (D 49)


1 Aircraft Carrier of the Argus class.

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