IRIS Shahid Bagheri Carrier

IRIS Shahid Bagheri is an Iranian aviation-capable naval vessel converted from a commercial container ship. Its prominent angled flight-deck arrangement supports Iran’s effort to operate drones and other aviation assets at sea. Its commercial ancestry and unusual arrangement distinguish its development from that of a purpose-built fleet aircraft carrier.

The conversion of the former merchant vessel added a flight deck and aviation support facilities to a hull originally optimized for cargo. The ship entered service in 2025, making its history primarily one of recent adaptation rather than a long combat record. Iranian presentations emphasize unmanned aircraft and the ability to extend operations away from coastal bases. Merchant ancestry offers substantial volume, but it does not automatically provide the survivability, sortie-generation capacity, or established operating procedures of a purpose-built aircraft carrier.

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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