[REL] Algerine Class minesweepers

[the_frog]

Hello!

Tired of big ships, I did the late-war escort minesweepers (or fleet minesweepers) of the Algerine class, of which 110 were built. I tried trading size for level of detail and that's the result:

http://www.mediafire.com/conv/ddc95101ca68f72e62659803cff6589e6da2101ba5f1f19789 7b60a9941235466g.jpg

Based on their characteristics, I classified them as corvettes (unit type 1). So, they happily will attack submarines.

DL: http://www.mediafire.com/file/lmrgrw2wbqclty0/NMS_Algerine_mod.7z

EDIT: I updated the archive file; the Ship_names_MS_Algerine.cfg file has been corrected for typing errors
Here's a direct link to that file: http://www.mediafire.com/file/akgadgvx4nsbqet/Ship_names_MSAlgerine.cfg

Also, the model is my tribute to JuJuGrotjans artwork done during the intial phases of SH3 modding. I used parts of his textures when doing those of the Algerine.

Good hunting -- the Frog

[Wolfstriked]

AMAZINGLY great work!!!Love the detail level.Pulleys,huge cranes,lookouts and tons of cables.Just spent 10 minutes admiring it but now I want it in my campaign.I did what you wrote in the read-me.Does that mean I will see this in campaign...GWX?

[the_frog]

Without having a look into the campaign files of GWX, I assume there are generic entries calling for British and Canadian corvettes. That given, there's a fair chance that they show up from '42 on.

[Wolfstriked]

Without having a look into the campaign files of GWX, I assume there are generic entries calling for British and Canadian corvettes. That given, there's a fair chance that they show up from '42 on.

Thanks Frog.Kinda puzzled that people are not praising your work when other threads show just a blue print and a plan and get two pages.So here is two more thumbs up:up::up: and a thanks for your work.

[LemonA]

http://img.xrmb2.net/images/811358.jpeg

[VONHARRIS]

Nice work as always the_frog.

Keep it coming.

[JapLance]

Great model! Very detailed.

I love it :yeah:.

[Borgneface]

S! The Frog,

I agree this is a very very nice work. Thank you for your effort.

:yeah:

[the_frog]

LemonA, what is the idea behind presenting a picture of HMS Hussar (J82), a Halcyon class minesweeper? :hmmm:

Are you hoping that to be built next?

[LemonA]

Post has been corrected

[postalbyke]

Have you considered applying to the HAHD team? They are in need of a good hand with 3d modelling, and have videos to improve your skills (IAW their thread). I am a cut-and-paste modeller, so I have not applied myself...

[BUKER]

Hello!

Tired of big ships, I did the late-war escort minesweepers (or fleet minesweepers) of the Algerine class, of which 110 were built. I tried trading size for level of detail and that's the result:

Wow, Great work!:rock::rock::rock:

By the way, I'm really tired of the big long warships! Finally, a long-awaited minesweeper!:yeah:

[LemonA]

A small point: regarding brightness the Algerine picture does not fit to the rest of the recognition manual. It is too bright.

[the_frog]

@LemonA:

Brightness of recognition manual image is that of stock SH3; some big mods (such as GWX) have darkened pictures. So, to make it fit, just use your favourite image manipulation software.

The picture you showed is a digitally colourised (and horizontally flipped - whaler on wrong side, pennant number mirrored) b/w, right? It matches nicely texture T03 [= HMS Mutine (J227)].

@the rest:

Thanks for the kind words

[Missing Name]

Looks great! Installed now... and the new 4in mounting looks good too.

[LemonA]

Algerine class, plan view
http://img.xrmb2.net/images/890586.jpeg

Saw pictures on a russian forum.

[Wolfstriked]

Frog,can you point me to file I can change that will have the minesweeper leaving port as you do.Right now when I leave port there is a Raeumboot class ship and I want your ship instead.Its GWX.....:salute:

[the_frog]

@LemonA: That's the deckplan of a British-built Algerine, likely the one re-drawn by John Lambert. In addition to that, I used the copy of the booklet of general plans of thje Canadian HMCS Winnipeg (J337) as reference. The plan can be downloaded here:
http://www.hnsa.org/doc/plans/j337.pdf

@wolfstriked: You want to be escorted out of port by an Algerine minesweeper? Well, they were British and Canadian vessels. Better stay in company with a type M35 minesweepers or some Räumboot (both in GWX).
But it can be done ... The M35 mineswepers are classified as corvettes, as the Algerines. So, you first need to place a copy of the *.cfg file in the Canadian or British sea roster into the respective German roster. Next, you need to opend the scripted layer of the campaign files and replace the desired entries pointing to MS1935 by MSAlgerine.

[LemonA]

Great link. Downloading. Thank you.

[Wolfstriked]

STrange,I could swear that I posted a response to Frog yesterday....was drinking so it could be I imagined it...:o

Thats hilarious Frog and thanks for making me laugh.:up::up:

[Jimbuna]

Looks intersesting....I'll certainly give her a try and see if she needs any scripting http://www.psionguild.org/forums/images/smilies/wolfsmilies/pirate.gif

[Frenchy849]

Ho do I install it with the A to I class DD's mod?

[the_frog]

By using JoneSoft mod enabler (JSME) plus editing the names files?
See documentation file ...

Just make sure to install the DDs first, otherwise their library files will overwrite those that come with the Algerine (which would leave the Algerines partly teethless).

[mikey117us]

I have your destroyers I will download the algerine class, and hope your next ship is the castle class corvette. Your ships are great!

[drakkhen20]

excellent work.:yeah: