Naval Units

Listing of armament (weapon complexes)

Listing of CAG units

Hello to you!During the Cold War everyone delivered by rocket! It was the delivery method of choice! We in the East vs West team figured we would do the same and assembled this fantastic collection of naval units featured in East vs West: A Hearts of Iron Game.Made partially obsolete by the end of World War II, they still provide massive floating platforms and offer superior shore bombardment capabilities. With the proper weapons complexes, the battleship is capable to initiate Tactical Land Attack Missile (TLAM) attacks with cruise missiles against enemy strategic objects or headquarters.gun, heavy gun, short range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), land attack missiles, medium and long range anti-ship missiles, helicopters, Anti-Submarine Rockets (ASROC).The main Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) and convoy escort ships of WW1-WW2, although practical in 40s, the class is largely discontinued by the major powers after the appearance of missile destroyers. For smaller navies, it is a cheap and viable option.gun, air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS).Missile Boats is a units consisting of small coastal ships, small missile crafts and corvettes. They have a short range and weak sensors, but mostly armed with heavy anti-ship missiles capable of packing a mean punch in close quarters against surface ships.gun, short range air-defense, short and medium range anti-ship missiles.Missile frigates were the workhorses of many fleets. They are smaller than missile destroyers but reached the size of WW2 destroyers. FFG is designed mainly for ASW role, protecting CVBGs or smaller task forces against submarines. They are relatively cheap but powerful ships despite their size. In addition to ASW task, these ships were frequently equipped with moderate anti-ship and air-defense weapons and used for multipurpose duty.gun, short rane air-defense, CIWS, ASROC, short and medium range anti-ship missiles, helicopters.Initially equipped with advanced ASW capability, later models can also be armed with an enormous arsenal of different armament that transforms the unit into a multipurpose platform. The DDG is a fantastic all round vessel as long as you can afford the investment in technology.gun, short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), land attack, medium and long range anti-ship missiles, helicopters, torpedo, Anti-Submarine Rockets (ASROC).Much like the Destroyer class (DD), light cruisers from World War II were used in smaller navies during the Cold War. The class is largely discontinued by the majors and replaced by the more potent but also more costly missile cruisers. Yet, an upgraded CA with modern weapons is somewhat larger than a DD and thus they can be a good way to keep somewhat of a bigger ship at a reasonable cost.gun, air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS).This class was designed for an air-defense and fleet defense role but with a highly flexible platform they can carry out a wide variety of tasks. Some cruisers have excellent anti-ship weaponry, others pack a powerful multipurpose capability with mixed load of anti-air, anti-ship, ASW and land attack weapons.gun, short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), land attack, medium and long range anti-ship missiles, helicopters, torpedo, Anti-Submarine Rockets (ASROC).Similar in role to the Missile Cruiser, this unit is equipped with nuclear propulsion and is designed for escorting Supercarriers (CVN). They have the capability to steam at high speed and for long periods of time giving the unit excellent operational range. The CGN will require considerable advances in nuclear propulsion and other types of technology carrying a high unit cost. It is also unique, and will be fielded by NATO forces.gun, short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), medium and long range anti-ship missiles, helicopters, torpedo, Anti-Submarine Rockets (ASROC).or Heavy Nuclear-Powered CruiserThe largest vessel after carriers and battleships, this ship type is the unique and will be available only for the Warsaw Pact countries. Designed for hunting enemy capital ships, it’s fast and can sail long distances with its nuclear propulsion. The BCGN carries superior anti-ship weapons and large amounts of air-defense missiles. Contrary to popular belief, the Nuclear Battlecruiser is also formidable against submarines and usually comes equipped with top of the line anti-submarine weaponry. Because of the development cost of its advanced components this unit requires advances in nuclear propulsion and other cutting-edge technology. The multitude of armaments and sensors makes this unit very hard to defeat and is undoubtedly the toughest opponent at sea.gun, short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), land attack, medium and long range anti-ship missiles, supersonic anti-ship missiles (Warsaw Pact only Technology), helicopters, torpedo, Anti-Submarine Rockets (ASROC).The carrier is considered by many to be the queen of the sea. Their importance was proved in naval conflicts now only during the Second World War but also during the Cold War. The formidable carrier forced larger sea nations to get a carrier and invest in bolstering a blue water fleet. Carriers can operate with up to three wings of aircraft and helicopters. These carrier air groups (CAG) in turn can be of five different types in any desired mix depending on the carriers’ desired role.short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), helicopters, Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS).Available CAGs: VTOL planes, multirole fighters, fighters, attack planes, CAS helicopters.Widely used sea unit of World War II, the light carrier is still capable to operate with one CAG. In later years, their technology becomes obsolete and they mostly were decommissioned by the majors. For smaller navies they can be an affordable way to get a carrier unit.Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), helicopters.VTOL planes, multirole fighters, CAS helicopters.The helicopter carrier is more than its name and in East vs West it can be equipped with landing platforms, and models real life helicopter carriers, amphibious vessels and aviation cruisers. The CVH can provide strong ASW protection or close air support for amphibious operations as it can house two CAGs.short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), Anti-Submarine Rockets (ASROC), helicopters.VTOL planes, CAS helicopters.Supercarrier is the largest sea unit in East vs West and the main vessel for conducting power projection by the NATO faction. The unit is unique to the NATO faction and is superior in its CAG carrying capacity. The CVN is powered by nuclear propulsion, it’s fast and can sail long distances with up to four CAGs and can provide air superiority and strike features to fleets. Strong in terms of its carrier capabilities and with sensible self-defense, the supercarrier usually still requires strong escorts for air and submarine protection. Highly expensive and technologically very demanding, these units are a tremendous asset to any fleet and a target of all other enemy fleets.short and medium range air-defense, Close-in Weapons System (CIWS), helicopters, Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS).VTOL planes, multirole fighters, fighters, attack planes, CAS helicopters.At the end of World War II, these electro-diesel submarines survived in large quantities. Most navies scrapped them to reduce naval costs or replaced them with more modern attack submarines. The SS in East vs West consists of a smaller group of older model subs is and is the cheapest submarine unit in the game. It is also the least effective one and the least versatile as it can only be armed with torpedoes.torpedoAttack subs are the quieter, faster and more deadly successors of the World War II SS unit submarines. Unlike their predecessor, the SSK can fight both with torpedoes and missiles and can be deadly both against surface ships and submarines.torpedo, medium range anti-ship missiles.These ships are the long range hunter-killers of Cold War era. Powered by nuclear propulsion, they are fast, silent and tremendously well-armed which enables these units to be a serious opponent for any naval fleet. With power sensors they are also the most dangerous threat to ballistic missile submarines. Unlike the SSK these units require nuclear research and usually are very technology demanding.torpedo, medium range anti-ship missiles.The SSG is designed against surface ships and is equipped with the ability to carry large amounts of heavy anti-ship missiles. Though it is very strong against surface ships, it is highly vulnerable against enemy attack submarines and in particular SSNs. It is therefore vital to protect these advanced units along with their precious cargo. Therefore much these units need an escort and rely on others for its protection.torpedo, medium and long range anti-ship missiles, supersonic anti-ship missiles.Designed for eliminating enemy carrier groups, the SSGN is equipped with heavy anti-ship missiles. Relying on its nuclear propulsion the SSGN can travel across the world and at any time fire its payload. It can do long range patrols compared to its precursor, the SSG. Like the SSG, it is vital to protect these highly technologically advanced and expensive units with escort submarines.torpedo, medium and long range anti-ship missiles, supersonic anti-ship missiles.This class is the main bastion of silent nuclear forces, capable of launching ballistic nuclear missiles at enemy targets. Exceptionally costly in development and requiring an extremely well developed technological nation this unit can pose a tremendous threat by obliterating your opponent of the map. With its nuclear propulsion the SSBN can travel across the world and at any time fire its deadly payload. It can also guarantee a second strike ability being able to retaliate an enemy’s nuclear attack without being discovered or a quick first strike ability by keeping the unit close to the enemy shore by minimizing the nuclear missiles travel time. It is tremendously vulnerable against enemy attack submarines and anti-sub surface forces. Therefore much like Supercarriers, these units need an escort and rely solely on others for its protection.torpedo, ballistic missile.Gun complexHeavy gun complexShort range anti-air defense complex (SR AA)Medium range anti-air defense complex (MR AA)Short and medium range anti-ship complex (MR AS)Long range anti-ship complex (LR AS)Land attack complex (TLAM)Close-in weapon system (CIWS)Torpedo complexAnti-submarine complex (ASROC)Supersonic anti-ship missiles (SS AS) (Warsaw Pact only)Supersonic long-range missiles (LR SS AS) (Warsaw Pact only)Ship deck helicoptersAirborne Warning and Control (AWACS)FighterAttack planeMultirole fighterVTOL planeShip deck CAS helicoptersMake sure to download our Holiday Wallpaper featuring Rudolf the Red Nose Rocket!