Kuma-Class Light Cruiser

The Kuma-class light cruisers entered Japanese service after the First World War. Their long service led to very different wartime roles and conversions, including specialized torpedo and anti-aircraft arrangements for certain ships. They were smaller and older than the Japanese heavy cruisers built later under treaty-era programs. Their original role involved scouting and leading destroyer formations, not matching heavy cruisers in gun power. Kitakami and Ōi underwent exceptional torpedo-cruiser conversions, while other sisters retained more conventional arrangements. The design emphasized speed and scouting in support of the fleet. Later wartime demands pushed individual ships into missions very different from the original reconnaissance role.

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 1936, 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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