A long bowsprit carries a jib on the foredeck. There is a recessed rear deck level with side benches and a recessed foredeck. The aft superstructure has a very concentrated set of weapons (just like the foredeck). It also had a steam capstan on the foredeck near the mast for hauling nets. The "Kiev"-class ships had only an angled flight deck, with surface weaponry on the foredeck. The foredeck features an opening hatch for ventilation. Some of the superstructure, such as the solid foredeck, was of sandwich grp construction. Vertical replenishment via helicopters can take place over the helideck and/or the foredeck. The ship carried two big guns in a turret placed on the foredeck. The foredeck became submerged, with the top of the gun turret forming a small island. The new bow kept her foredeck much drier in heavy weather. The forward buoyancy compartment has a gap above it and under the foredeck. She was fitted with a QF 3 pounder Hotchkiss gun on the foredeck. The ship has an enclosed foredeck that protects machinery and work spaces from Arctic climates. A huge section of her side is missing, from the 'A' barbette to the foredeck.