Template:Essex class aircraft carrier armour


 * As built:
 * 2.5 to 4 inch (60 to 100 mm) belt
 * 1.5 inch (40 mm) hangar and protectice decks
 * 4 inch (100 mm) bulkheads
 * 1.5 inch (40 mm) STS top and sides of pilot house
 * 2.5 inch (60 mm) top of steering gear