German Konigsberg-class Light Cruiser

Germany’s interwar Königsberg class comprised the light cruisers Königsberg, Karlsruhe, and Köln. Their arrangement of one forward and two after main turrets, with the after pair offset, made their silhouette distinctive. They served in training and fleet duties before the Second World War. Königsberg and Karlsruhe were lost during the Norwegian campaign in 1940, while Köln survived much of the war before being sunk in harbor. The cruisers also exposed the difficulties of balancing speed, endurance, weight, and seaworthiness within interwar limits. Their unusual turret arrangement is more diagnostic than assuming every German three-turret cruiser belonged to this class. Their lightweight construction also imposed practical limitations on extended ocean operations.

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 1936, Global Empires, 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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