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Jacques Chevallier Class Replenishment Oiler

France - Fast Combat Support Ship

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Jacques Chevallier Class Replenishment Oiler

Class facts

Country

France

Type

Fast Combat Support Ship

Length

194 m

Displacement

31000 t

Speed

20 kn

Public ships

4

Public description

The Jacques Chevallier class is the French BRF/FLOTLOG replenishment programme replacing older Durance/BCR support ships. These ships sustain carrier and expeditionary task groups with fuel, stores, ammunition and aviation support, allowing France to operate high-end groups at distance and for longer periods.

Public ships in class

Equipment summary

Aircraft

NH90 NFH

optional

Other

Fleet replenishment system