Chinese Type 054 Frigate

China’s Type 054 frigates formed an early step in the development of a more modern, ocean-going escort fleet. Their shared family name does not make their weapons and sensors interchangeable. The type belongs to the modernization of Chinese naval escorts rather than the older coastal-defense emphasis of earlier generations. Only two ships of the original Type 054 configuration were completed before the much larger Type 054A program. The later design’s vertical-launch air-defense arrangements marked a major change. Treating both as one unchanged class would conceal that distinction in China’s escort development. The original ships therefore represent a short transitional stage in the Chinese Navy’s development of improved fleet air defense.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 2025, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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