HMS Richmond

HMS RICHMOND a Type 23 Duke Class frigate, entered service in 1995. Primarily an anti-submarine frigate, she is fitted with a wide suite of weapons which greatly enhance her capabilities. Propelled by the unique diesel electric and gas turbine combination, she is capable of near silent running.

She is fitted with the latest computer assisted sonar together with advanced sensor and communications equipment.

Armament:

Vertical Launch Sea Wolf Harpoon missile systems
114mm(4.5inch) gun
Towered array sonar
Sting Ray torpedoes
Lynx or EH101 Helicopter.

Standard Displacement 3,500 tonnes
Length 133 metres
Beam 16.2 metres
Complement 185

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