Kongo 1916 Battlecruiser

Kongō entered Japanese service as a British-built battlecruiser before the First World War. Her high speed and heavy guns reflected the battlecruiser concept of that period. Major later reconstruction changed protection, machinery, and appearance, eventually leading to classification as a fast battleship. Major interwar reconstructions increased protection, machinery power, and speed, leading to classification as a fast battleship. She supported Japanese carrier and surface operations in the Pacific War. USS Sealion torpedoed and sank her in November 1944, ending a career spanning several naval generations. Their British design origins reflected Japan’s earlier reliance on foreign shipbuilding expertise before expanding domestic construction.

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 1914, Global Empires, 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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