Russian Storozhevoy-Class Destroyer

Storozhevoy was the lead ship of the Soviet Project 7U destroyer design, which rearranged machinery compared with the earlier Project 7 ships. The layout sought better survivability through separation of boiler and engine spaces. These destroyers served during the Second World War, particularly in Soviet coastal theaters, where mines, air attack, and shore-based operations posed constant threats. The machinery rearrangement was a response to concern that one damaging hit could disable an entire propulsion plant. It did not remove the vulnerability of a destroyer to mines or aircraft. Its armament included four 130 mm guns. Storozhevoy herself suffered severe damage in the Baltic during 1941, illustrating the class’s exposure to dangerous coastal operations.

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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