Overview
The Vittorio Veneto class consists of four heavy cruisers built for the Italian navy during World War II, featuring advanced armor, powerful armament with nine 203 mm guns, and a top speed of 30 knots. They played a significant role in key naval battles in the Mediterranean, contributing to Italian naval strategy before being decommissioned after the war.
Specifications
General
Crew557
Guns8 x Oto Melara 76 mm/62 caliber guns
Beam M19.4 m
Length M179.6 m
Propulsion2 shafts geared steam turbines, 4 FW boilers 73,000 hp
Helicopters6
Speed Knots30.5 knots
Radar SystemSPS-52, SPS-768, SPQ-2, SPG-55
Main MissilesRIM-2 Terrier, ASROC
Displacement Tons8,850 tons
UNITS
| Name | Country | Status | Service Year | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ITS Vittorio Veneto (C550) | 🇮🇹Italy | DECOMMISSIONED | 1969 – 2006 | Italian Navy helicopter cruiser |
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