The Dreadnought is the greatest warship in the Dwarf Navy; some would say it is the most powerful ship afloat. Like the Ironclad, upon which it is based, it is a Man O' War. That is where the resemblance ends. This single ship manages to carry more guns than a squadron of Monitors, has armour plating more than a foot thick, an engine that can build up awesome speed for its size, and still holds a sizeable crew.[1a] The Dreadnought may turn on the spot, just like other steam-powered and oared ships, so long as it has its side paddles; once these are destroyed, it turns like a sailing ship.[1a]