The first salvo i shot from the furutaka i sunk a full health destroyer at 9 km distance, yes the absolutely first salvo.
But it turns horribly and the turret traverse speed is awful, not the best ship around but when upgraded it isn't that bad for its tier.
First thing first, play it like a BB means you have to plan your moves. Don't engage dds they will hurt you due to slow rate of fire. Go together with other cruisers don't face enemy alone. The 203's are beautiful support weapons and the long range torps (10 km) can really hurt BBs not paying attention.
Right now it is one of my favorite ships, much more fun than for example the omaha.
