Spruance-Class Destroyer (DD

The American Spruance class was developed primarily for anti-submarine warfare during the Cold War, using large gas-turbine-powered hulls with room for later modernization. Later weapon changes expanded their missions, including land attack. Their large hulls and reserve space made later alterations possible, but different ships did not necessarily receive every improvement at the same time. Anti-submarine work continued to require helicopters, sonar, weapons, and cooperation with other forces. The lead ship entered service in 1975. Two 5-inch guns, ASROC anti-submarine weapons, torpedo tubes, and embarked helicopters supported the original escort mission. Many ships later received Tomahawk missiles, while the related Ticonderoga cruisers adapted the basic hull concept to a substantially different air-defense system.

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.

Global War is a trademark of Historical Board Gaming.