Design
The Kuma class vessels were essentially enlarged versions of the Tenryū-class cruisers, with greater speed, range, and weaponry.
With improvements in geared-turbine engine technology, the Kuma-class vessels were capable of the high speed of 36 knots (67 km/h), and a range of 9,000 nmi (17,000 km) at 10 kn (12 mph; 19 km/h) . The number of 14 cm/50 3rd Year Type naval guns was increased from four on the Tenryū-class to seven on the Kuma-class and provision was made for 48 naval mines. However, the two triple torpedo launchers on the Tenryū-class was reduced to two double launchers, and the Kuma-class remained highly deficient in anti-aircraft protection, with only two 8 cm/40 3rd Year Type naval guns.
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