 The first two forward turrets were on the same level, but the third turret could superfire over the first two.The secondary armament was to consist of eight 40-caliber 12.7 cm (5 in) Type 89 anti-aircraft (AA) guns in twin mounts.The ships were also intended to be equipped with four twin 2.5 cm (1 in) Type 96 light AA guns abreast the funnel.