GoW: Togo - German Victoria Louise-class (Protected cruiser)

GMT-GER-005 Victoria Louise-class (Protected cruiser)

Class: 2

Base length: 12 cm (included)

Colour scheme: Standard German

Number of units per pack: 1

Number of units on the base: 1

Number of ship cards included: 1 (each card comes in protective sleeve)

Built at the end of the 19th century, the Victoria Louise-class ships were the last protected cruisers constructed for the Kaiserliche Marine. Their development was the result of a lengthy program, initiated in the 1880s, aimed at designing new cruiser types. The lack of consensus among the Empire's authorities regarding the goals and missions of the fleet led to uncertainty about the role these new ships should fulfil. Should they be raiders, colonial service ships, or perhaps scout vessels for the main fleet? Kaiser Wilhelm II played a significant role in the final decision about their purpose. The result was a class of fairly large, heavily armed ships that emphasised the value of medium-calibre, rapid-firing artillery, a lesson learned from the Sino-Japanese War. Many design elements of these cruisers later served as a foundation for the development of subsequent German armoured cruisers.

Although these ships were well-armed and well-protected for their class, they were not particularly fast, achieving speeds of around 19 knots. This limited speed meant that there was little difference between them and contemporary battleships, reducing their effectiveness as fleet scouts or raiders. After their construction, they primarily served in the colonies and were later converted into auxiliary and training ships.

Despite their relatively low speed, the strong armament and good armour of the Victoria Louise-class cruisers make them a valuable addition to any player's fleet.

The models in the set are resin, 3D printed and can be damaged if not handled properly. All models are unpainted. Glue and paints are not included. Contains small parts and is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age.

Instructions on how to prepare models for painting can be found here:
http://www.gmboardgames.com/blog/en/how-to-prepare-3d-printed-models-for-painting/