One of the most amusing features of the Laika class is their mascot. Each sub has a stuffed animal puppy strapped to the periscope. It’s meant to be a good luck charm, but it also serves as a reminder of the sub’s nickname. Imagine being a sailor on a submarine with a stuffed animal puppy staring at you all day. It’s no wonder the Laika class has such a fun-loving reputation.
Of course, there are some downsides to the Laika class as well. They may be small and agile, but they don’t have the same endurance as some of the larger subs. They also have a reputation for being a bit “leaky” – not something you want to hear when you’re hundreds of feet underwater. But hey, nobody’s perfect.
Despite their quirks and limitations, the Laika class submarines have earned a special place in the hearts of many Russian sailors. They may not be the biggest or most powerful subs in the fleet, but they have a lot of personality. And in the end, isn’t that what really matters? After all, who wouldn’t want to be on a submarine with a mascot puppy and a corkscrew torpedo tube?
Free single piece hi rez STL’s below. There is also a multi-piece STL pack for easy printing and obtaining a model with animated parts, opening missile silo doors, escape pod, propellers.
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