
The Sopron (ex k.u.k. Compo) was a WWI veteran it*
had seen lots of combat. The Sopron was given back*
with the first four ships. They decided to rebuild*
the ship as an experiment for the modernization of*
the rest of the fleet in the future. The Sopron's*
steam engine was in critical condition and it had*
to be replaced with a strong Lang Diesel engine.*
It's weaponry was still WWI 66mm short barreled*
howitzers. The weapon changes went the same way*
like the others. The Sopron received two 8cm H30*
guns. By that time this ship was said to be the*
fastest ship on the Danube. In 1944 the ship was*
fitted with a 40mm Bofors and a triple 15mm AAMG*
like the Szeged. Like all other Patrol Boats the*
Sopron fought on the Danube covering the friendly*
forces along the river until the last days.**
Gaming Notes: These ships were originally built to*
supplement the heavily armored monitors during the*
WWI. Their armor is WWI standard and not suited for*
combat against tanks and anti tank guns. Avoid these*
types of engagements or keep a good distance. These*
ships have good range and accuracy due to smooth*
moving and advanced range finding equipment. Note*
that they can fire indirect bombardments, too.*

