The World's 9 Most Successful Cruisers: Maritime Giants That Dominated the Seas

4. Moskva-class Helicopter Cruiser

This Soviet cruiser blended traditional firepower with large-scale helicopter operations, revolutionizing anti-submarine warfare. Built to operate several Ka-25 helicopters, it featured a spacious flight deck and hangar. Its advanced sonar and weapons made it highly effective against submarines, while surface-to-air missiles provided strong air defense. The Moskva-class proved the value of combining cruiser roles with aviation capability.