India Nilgiri-Class Frigate (Project 17A

The modern Indian Nilgiri class belongs to Project 17A, an improved generation of stealth-oriented frigates developed after the Shivalik-class Project 17. The design combines aviation facilities, sensors, and missiles for several naval missions while emphasizing reduced signatures and domestic construction. It must be distinguished from the much older Indian Nilgiri class based on the British Leander design.

Indian shipyards Mazagon Dock and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers built the class, supporting a wider effort to expand domestic naval construction. Project 17A introduced refined shaping and construction practices while retaining the multi-role frigate concept. The lead ship Nilgiri was commissioned in January 2025. Helicopter operations, anti-submarine systems, and air-defense and surface-strike weapons support different fleet tasks. The class’s significance lies in the combination of Indian industrial participation and modern escort capabilities, rather than continuity with the namesake vessels of the 1970s.

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 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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