Allied Warships


Aircraft Carriers

Argus class

1 ship


The Argus class aircraft carrier HMS Argus.

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:

Royal Navy (more on Royal Navy)

HMS Argus (D 49)


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