Project 956EM Taizhou DDG 1-2400

Project 956EM Taizhou DDG — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal
This 1-2400 scale deck decal represents Taizhou (138), one of two improved Project 956EM Sovremenny-derived guided-missile destroyers built in Russia specifically for the People's Liberation Army Navy.
 
Decal Information
The decal reproduces Taizhou's deck markings for the applicable model configuration on a clear background so the modeler's painted deck color remains visible. This product was developed around the corresponding GHQ miniature; verify the miniature's refit configuration before final decal placement.
 
Model Compatibility
Miniatures from other manufacturers may differ in deck dimensions, weapons placement, or superstructure footprint, so test-fit before application.
 
Historical Information
Taizhou was built by Severnaya Verf in Saint Petersburg and commissioned into PLAN service on 28 December 2005 as the first of two Project 956EM ships, followed by Ningbo. The design was originally optimized for powerful anti-surface warfare and fleet air defense. Taizhou later underwent a comprehensive modernization that was completed by 2025, replacing or integrating much of its original Russian combat-system fit with Chinese sensors, missiles, close-in defenses, and vertical-launch weapons while retaining its distinctive Sovremenny-derived hull and forward twin 130 mm gun.
 
Key Historical Details
Class: Project 956EM / improved Sovremenny class
Ship Type: Guided-missile destroyer
Entered Service: 2005
Primary Role: Anti-surface warfare, fleet air defense and multi-mission escort
Number Built: 2 Project 956EM ships for the PLAN; 4 Sovremenny-family destroyers acquired in total
Weapons Systems: Post-refit fit includes twin 130 mm gun, Chinese vertical-launch air-defense/ASW weapons, anti-ship missiles, Type 1130 CIWS, HHQ-10 point defense and torpedoes
Current Status: Active PLAN service after comprehensive modernization