Darren I have never built one myself, but Phil A., and I were considering laying down a pair of them a few years ago, for big gun. I remember seeing some photos of a large model of these that was apparently on display in the Central Naval Museum, somewhere in Russia. But to be honest, I can not find them now. I will look around some more, and get back to you. Mikey
There is someone in the WWCC who is building one. Photos are here: http://www.westernwarshipcombat.com/gallery/album59 It has some good pics showing the hull shape, and scans of the rib sections. I gotta say, those torpedo bulges ruin what would otherwise be a cute-looking ship. Talk about ugly!
She was designed by the Italians, so they are using the Pulugsi system of anti torpedo water filled bulges, same as on the Littorio's.
