9. Zumwalt-class Destroyer

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Although designated a destroyer, the Zumwalt-class's scale and technology qualify it as a contemporary cruiser in everything except classification. Its electric propulsion and stealth architecture represent significant advances in naval construction. The vessel's advanced artillery and extensive missile capacity deliver substantial offensive power, and automation enables reduced crew requirements. The Zumwalt-class has created new opportunities for naval combat and influenced the future of warship engineering.
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