[REL] Algerine Class minesweepers

the_frog · 06-03-12, 02:50 PM

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:

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

DL: http://www.mediafire.com/file/lmrgrw...lgerine_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/akgadg...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 · 06-03-12, 05:00 PM

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 · 06-04-12, 04:32 PM

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 · 06-04-12, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 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.

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

and a thanks for your work.

LemonA · 06-05-12, 08:45 AM

VONHARRIS · 06-05-12, 09:47 AM

Nice work as always the_frog.

Keep it coming.

the_frog · 06-09-12, 05:38 AM

@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 · 06-09-12, 06:18 PM

Great link. Downloading. Thank you.

Wolfstriked · 06-10-12, 10:48 AM

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

Thats hilarious Frog and thanks for making me laugh.

BUKER · 06-07-12, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 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:

Wow, Great work!

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

LemonA · 06-07-12, 12:57 PM

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

the_frog · 06-07-12, 06:02 PM

@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 · 06-07-12, 07:01 PM

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

LemonA · 06-08-12, 06:21 AM

Algerine class, plan view

Saw pictures on a russian forum.

Jimbuna · 06-10-12, 11:45 AM

Looks intersesting....I'll certainly give her a try and see if she needs any scripting

06-03-12, 02:50 PM	#1
the_frog Commander Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 457 Downloads: 17 Uploads: 0	[REL] Algerine Class minesweepers 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: Based on their characteristics, I classified them as corvettes (unit type 1). So, they happily will attack submarines. DL: http://www.mediafire.com/file/lmrgrw...lgerine_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/akgadg...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 __________________ Last edited by the_frog; 06-29-12 at 01:35 PM.

06-04-12, 04:32 PM	#3
the_frog Commander Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 457 Downloads: 17 Uploads: 0	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. __________________

06-05-12, 08:45 AM	#5
LemonA Lieutenant Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 252 Downloads: 66 Uploads: 0	Last edited by LemonA; 06-05-12 at 05:42 PM.

06-09-12, 05:38 AM	#7
the_frog Commander Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 457 Downloads: 17 Uploads: 0	@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. __________________

06-09-12, 06:18 PM	#8
LemonA Lieutenant Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 252 Downloads: 66 Uploads: 0	Great link. Downloading. Thank you. __________________ Robert Schmidt, LTJG U-43

06-03-12, 05:00 PM	#2
Wolfstriked Grey Wolf Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 756 Downloads: 237 Uploads: 0	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?

06-05-12, 09:47 AM	#6
VONHARRIS Konteradmiral Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Greece Posts: 1,992 Downloads: 300 Uploads: 0	Nice work as always the_frog. Keep it coming.

06-10-12, 10:48 AM	#9
Wolfstriked Grey Wolf Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 756 Downloads: 237 Uploads: 0	STrange,I could swear that I posted a response to Frog yesterday....was drinking so it could be I imagined it... Thats hilarious Frog and thanks for making me laugh.

06-07-12, 12:57 PM	#11
LemonA Lieutenant Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 252 Downloads: 66 Uploads: 0	A small point: regarding brightness the Algerine picture does not fit to the rest of the recognition manual. It is too bright. __________________ Robert Schmidt, LTJG U-43

06-07-12, 06:02 PM	#12
the_frog Commander Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 457 Downloads: 17 Uploads: 0	@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 __________________

06-07-12, 07:01 PM	#13
Missing Name Seasoned Skipper Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Westun New Yahk Posts: 748 Downloads: 131 Uploads: 0	Looks great! Installed now... and the new 4in mounting looks good too. __________________ Largest target sunk with deck gun: Japanese auxiliary cruiser, 15000 tons Largest engaged: HMS Nelson. Results inconclusive. Read Brag's stuff

06-08-12, 06:21 AM	#14
LemonA Lieutenant Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 252 Downloads: 66 Uploads: 0	Algerine class, plan view Saw pictures on a russian forum. __________________ Robert Schmidt, LTJG U-43

06-10-12, 11:45 AM	#15
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,678 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Looks intersesting....I'll certainly give her a try and see if she needs any scripting __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!