The Slava-class is a class of guided missile cruisers developed by the Soviet Union in the 1970s. These ships are designed for anti-ship and anti-air warfare, featuring a combination of missile systems, artillery, and advanced radar. The class includes several vessels, with the most notable being the Soviet Union's Slava and Moskva. Slava-class cruisers are characterized by their distinctive profile, which includes a large superstructure and a prominent missile launch system. They are equipped with the P-500 Bazalt anti-ship missile and various air defense systems, making them formidable assets in naval operations.