Ship Class

Renown-class battlecruiser

Learn about the Renown-class.

The Renown-class battlecruisers were fast capital ships that served extensively during both world wars after modernization.

Ships in this Class (4)

HMS Repulse (34) – Battlecruiser – Renown-class battlecruiser (34)
HMS Renown (72) – Battlecruiser – Renown-class battlecruiser (72)
HMS Renown (1916) – Battlecruiser – Renown-class battlecruiser (1916)
HMS Repulse (1916) – Battlecruiser – Renown-class battlecruiser (1916)

Quick Facts

Type: Battlecruiser
Operator: Royal Navy
Era: WWI / WWII
In Service: 1916–1948
Number Built: 2
Notable Ships: HMS Renown
Notable For: Fast capital ships