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HMAS FFH 155 - Australia - Anzac Class Frigate

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Key facts

Country

Australia

Class

Anzac Class Frigate

Type

Guided Missile Frigate

Status

active

Current ops

-

Latest public position

No public position available.

Public summary

The Anzac class frigates are Australia's upgraded MEKO 200-derived general-purpose escorts. CEAFAR/CEAMOUNT sensors, Saab 9LV, ESSM, Harpoon, MU90 torpedoes, Nulka and MH-60R operations keep the class useful for escort, maritime-security and ASW tasks while replacement plans mature. The class remains an important bridge between Australia's older surface force and the future frigate/destroyer mix.

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