The BGM-109 Tomahawk cruise missiles used by Zumwalt-class destroyers are built to hit ground targets, and the RIM-162 Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile offers some measure of self-defense. However, with its SS-N-19 Shipwreck anti-ship missiles, SA-N-6 Grumble surface-to-air missiles, and twin 130-mm turrets, the Pyotr Velikiy was built primarily for maritime anti-air warfare. In any kind of warfare, firepower is crucial, but you also need an opponent. The stealth technology of the Zumwalt makes it an extremely difficult target. Yes, Russian missiles might rip it to pieces in a fire, but they'd need to locate it first. However, the Kirov isn't all that stealthy. Its radar might almost pass for a large flag that reads, "I'm here!" The Zumwalt additionally possesses two 155-mm guns, each of which can hold 300 rounds, giving it a strong punch. The Tomahawk missile can also be deployed as an anti-ship weapon in some sophisticated versions. Pyotr Velikiy's situation may only get harder because the Zumwalt may be able to receive upgrades like ship-launched long-range anti-ship missiles.
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