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For other ships with the same name, see ROKS Gyeongnam.

ROKS Gyeongnam (FFG-819) is the second ship of the Daegu-class frigates in the Republic of Korea Navy. She is named after the place, Gyeongnam. The ship was launched in 2019 and commissioned in 2021.

Development

Main article: Daegu-class frigate

The Daegu class is an improved variant of the Incheon-class frigate. Modifications to the Incheon class include a TB-250K towed array sonar system and a 16-cell Korean Vertical Launching System (K-VLS) that is able to deploy the K-SAAM, Hong Sang Eo anti-submarine missile, and Haeryong tactical land attack cruise missiles.[1]

The hull design is generally based on the one of the Incheon class. However, as a part of weapon system modifications, the superstructure has been significantly changed. The hangar and a helicopter deck on stern has been enlarged to support the operation of a 10-ton helicopter.[2][3]

Construction and career

ROKS Gyeongnam was launched on 21 June 2019 by Daewoo Shipbuilding and commissioned on 4 January 2021.[4][5]

References

  1. ^ Gady, Franz-Stefan (9 June 2016). "ROK Navy Launches New Warship Capable of Hitting Targets Inside North Korea". The Diplomat. Retrieved 26 July 2024.
  2. ^ "Korea's New Coastal Frigates: the FFX Incheon Class". Defense Industry Daily. Retrieved 25 July 2024.
  3. ^ "South Korea Orders Two Daegu-class FFX-II Frigates Ahead of Schedule to Support Shipbuilder". Navy Recognition. 21 December 2016. Retrieved 26 July 2024.
  4. ^ Vavasseur, Xavier (2021-01-04). "ROK Navy Commissions Second Daegu-Class FFX Batch II Frigate". Naval News. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
  5. ^ "South Korean Navy took delivery of ROKS Gyeongnam FFG-819 Daegu-class guided missile frigate". Navy Recognition. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
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