Which ships would be in the worst condition if Russia retained the larger carrier and Kirov-class force described in the question?
Short answerProbably the Kuznetsov-type carriers, although none of the hypothetical fleet is expected to be in especially good condition.
NotesThe Kuznetsov-type carriers are judged the likeliest ships to suffer the worst condition. Nuclear-powered surface ships receive greater attention in this assessment because they are treated as status assets. That distinction gives the nuclear carriers and Kirov-class ships a relative advantage, although the whole hypothetical fleet is still expected to face serious maintenance problems.