Cimarron-Class Oiler

The Cimarron-class oilers supported American naval operations by carrying fuel to ships and bases. Replenishment capability was central to the Pacific fleet’s ability to operate over enormous distances without returning continually to a home port. Individual oilers served through demanding wartime and postwar assignments, while the class name also appears in later naval logistics history. An oiler’s military value lies in sustaining the fighting fleet rather than in functioning as a heavily armed surface combatant.

Underway replenishment allowed fast warships to remain at sea longer without returning to a fixed base. Fleet oilers therefore supported sustained Pacific operations through fuel transfer, station keeping, trained deck crews, and coordination with combatant task groups.

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 1946, Global War 1985, 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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