Russian Moskva, Kiev & Kuznetsov Class Pennant & Hull Name Plates Clear 1-2400

Russian Moskva, Kiev & Kuznetsov Class Pennant & Hull Name Plates Clear 1-2400
This 1-2400 scale clear waterslide marking set provides pennant numbers and hull-name plates for Soviet and Russian Moskva-, Kiev-, and Admiral Kuznetsov-class aviation ships. It is intended to add the prominent hull identification markings that visually distinguish these major Cold War and post-Cold War naval aviation vessels.

Decal Information
They are printed on clear-background waterslide decal paper, allowing the modeler to paint the deck or hull in any desired color before applying the clear decal over the painted surface.

Model Compatibility
This is a general-purpose 1-2400 scale marking sheet rather than a deck decal sized to one specific manufacturer's casting. Compare the individual markings to your model and dry-fit them before application.

Historical Information
The Moskva, Kiev, and Admiral Kuznetsov classes trace the Soviet Navy's progression from dedicated anti-submarine helicopter cruisers to V/STOL aviation cruisers and finally to a conventional fixed-wing carrier design. Together they illustrate the changing Soviet and Russian approach to sea-based aviation, fleet air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and long-range anti-surface strike.

Key Historical Details
Class: Moskva, Kiev & Admiral Kuznetsov classes
Ship Type: Helicopter Cruiser / Heavy Aircraft-Carrying Cruiser / Aircraft Carrier
Entered Service: 1967 / 1975 / 1991
Primary Role: ASW aviation, fleet air defense, anti-surface strike, and sea-based aviation
Number Built: Moskva: 2; Kiev: 4; Admiral Kuznetsov: 2 hulls
Weapons Systems: Representative systems include SA-N-3/SA-N-4 SAMs, P-500/P-700 anti-ship missiles, AK-630 CIWS, ASW rockets and torpedoes, plus embarked helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft depending on class
Current Status: Moskva and Kiev classes retired; Admiral Kuznetsov inactive; the second Kuznetsov hull serves China as Liaoning