Italy Andrea Doria Helicopter Cruiser

Italy’s Andrea Doria-class helicopter cruisers were postwar ships combining missile armament with facilities for anti-submarine helicopters. They represented a response to Cold War submarine and air threats, with aviation contributing to detection and engagement beyond the ship itself. Their arrangement differed from both traditional gun cruisers and full aircraft carriers. Andrea Doria and Caio Duilio used Terrier surface-to-air missiles and helicopter groups rather than battleship-scale guns. They bridged cruiser traditions and new guided-missile/anti-submarine requirements. Their names were later reused for modern Italian destroyers, which are entirely different ships. Helicopters extended submarine searches beyond the limited reach of sensors and weapons carried directly aboard the cruiser.

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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