NATO Arsenal Ship

An arsenal ship is a concept for concentrating a large number of missile launchers in a naval platform supported by wider fleet sensors and command networks. American studies during the 1990s are a prominent example, but “NATO Arsenal Ship” does not identify a single standardized ship class in operational service. This subject represents a proposed capability unless a specific design is supplied.

The American proposal sought to separate missile capacity from some of the expensive command and sensor systems carried by conventional surface combatants. Offboard information would direct a comparatively concentrated magazine of weapons. Advocates considered the potential for large strike salvos and support to forces ashore, while critics questioned vulnerability, command arrangements, and dependence on networks. The dedicated American project did not enter fleet service. Later discussions of large missile loads on submarines and surface ships share some objectives without representing the same completed design.

Finish and color

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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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