Mutsuki-Class Destroyer

Japan’s Mutsuki-class destroyers developed from earlier interwar designs and introduced the 610 mm torpedo associated with later Imperial Japanese Navy practice. By the Pacific War, they were older vessels increasingly used for escort, transport, and supporting duties. Their service shows how destroyers could remain operationally useful even after newer classes displaced them from the most demanding fleet roles. The Mutsuki class preceded the better-known Special Type destroyers that substantially raised Japanese standards for armament and seakeeping. Older ships could still perform vital work carrying supplies or escorting traffic, but were increasingly vulnerable. Their service history is a reminder that a navy’s supporting operations often fell to vessels no longer ideal for major fleet encounters.

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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