KT-1 Cargo Ship

KT-1 belonged to Germany’s wartime Kriegstransporter program, which sought relatively small standardized transport ships suitable for moving military cargo through threatened waters. Built in Italy, KT-1 entered service in 1942 as Axis forces struggled to reinforce North Africa. She was lost with other merchant ships during the Battle of Skerki Bank in December 1942. Her short career illustrates how transport capacity could be destroyed despite a strong escort, and why convoy navigation, communications, and Allied surface interception were central to the Mediterranean supply war. The KTprogram’s use of dispersed construction and prefabricated components reflected wartime pressures on shipbuilding. Small transports were part of a wider effort to maintain supply despite the loss of larger merchant ships.

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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