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Mogami-class Frigate Ship Brief
🕑 Added 2024-12-01 11:41:54 +0000 UTCThe Mogami-class frigates, also known as the 30FFM, are a class of multi-role guided-missile frigates developed for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). Designed for versatility and efficiency, these ships integrate advanced technologies to fulfill diverse operational roles, including anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), and mine countermeasures (MCM).
Key Specifications:
Displacement: Approximately 5,500 tons (full load)
Dimensions:
Length: 133 meters
Beam: 16.3 meters
Propulsion: Combined Diesel and Gas (CODAG) system, consisting of:
1x Rolls-Royce MT30 gas turbine
2x MAN 12V28/33D STC diesel engines
Speed: Exceeds 30 knots
Range: Approximately 6,000 nautical miles at 18 knots
Armament:
1x 127mm Mark 45 naval gun
2x Remote-controlled Weapon Stations (RWS) with 12.7mm machine guns
Vertical Launch System (VLS) for surface-to-air missiles (planned future installation)
8x Type 17 anti-ship missiles
Torpedo tubes for ASW
Decoy launchers and advanced electronic warfare systems
Sensors and Systems:
Advanced Integrated Command and Control System (AICS)
Multifunction radar (likely AESA-based)
Bow-mounted and towed sonar arrays for ASW
OQQ-25 mine countermeasure sonar system
UAV and UUV launch and recovery capabilities
Aircraft Facilities:
A flight deck and hangar capable of supporting a SH-60K helicopter
Integration of rotary UAVs for reconnaissance and surveillance
Design Features:
Stealth-enhanced hull design to reduce radar cross-section (RCS)
Modular construction for cost efficiency and ease of future upgrades
Automation to reduce crew size, with a standard complement of approximately 90 personnel
The Mogami-class frigates are a cornerstone of Japan's modern naval strategy, providing a flexible and technologically advanced platform to meet the challenges of contemporary maritime security operations.
Comments
Andrew DeVries
I feel like the UNICORN acronym came from someone thinking "That looks like a unicorn horn." Then someone else saying "Let's find a way to name it that!"
Matthew Miller
It Needs stronger point defense. A phalanx, or a combo of d.e.w. and phalanx (type of rapid fire auto-gun), and strong ews.👍👍
Axel
With the Mk41 only filled with ASROCS the batch 1 seems to have barely any defence against anti ship missiles. Kind of a weird choice when operating on China's doorstep.
Paul Jeffery
The odds are shortening for the Australia's RAN to purchase several. Next July I hope Australia will give this boat a green tick
Hierachy 1871
also noticed that the MK41 VLS page has an Anzac class frigate for that close up picture, might be a sign that the mogami might win....
Hierachy 1871
As an Aussie, i actually really hope this ship wins, mainly due to its larger displacement. which in general might mean that there is a bit more spare room to upgrade the ship over time for future refits! though i belive the japanese government just clarified that it will be the newer FFM (basically an enlarged version with some improvements) greate video as always!
