Japanese Shiratsuyu-class Destroyer

The Japanese Shiratsuyu class developed the Imperial Navy’s emphasis on powerful torpedo armament in compact destroyer hulls. Ships of the class fought extensively during the Pacific War, including difficult night operations around the Solomon Islands. Their careers show both the striking power of Japanese destroyer tactics and the severe attrition imposed by air attack and prolonged fleet campaigning. Japanese destroyer operations involved rapid night movement and concentrated torpedo attacks, but repeated transport and reinforcement work also wore down crews and machinery. The class’s powerful weapons did not protect it against every threat. Its service reflects a navy trying to sustain distant island positions while increasingly losing freedom of movement at sea and in the air.

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 the Global War series of games by Historical Board Gaming 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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