British Blackburn Roc

The Blackburn Roc was a British naval fighter developed around a powered four-gun turret, reflecting contemporary interest in a gunner engaging aircraft without the pilot aiming the whole machine. It shared design ancestry with the Skua but suffered from poor performance as a fighter. Its limited operational career gave way to training, target towing, and other secondary duties. The type illustrates a concept that appeared promising before experience exposed its drawbacks; it was not a successful counterpart to conventional single-seat naval fighters. The turret concept separated aiming from the pilot’s flight path but brought weight and drag penalties. Combat experience favored more practical solutions for most naval fighter requirements.

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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