Van Speijk-class

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Summary

Origin country 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Category Frigate
SubtypeMissile frigate
ManufacturerNederlandsche Dok en Scheepsbouw Maatschappij, Koninklijke Maatschappij De Schelde
Year commissioned1967
Units351 AHMAD YANI, 352 SLAMET RIYADI, 353 YOS SUDARSO, 354 OSWALD SIAHAAN, 355 ABDUL HALIM PERDANAKASUMA, 356 KAREL SATSUITUBUN
Current operators 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Description

The Frigate Van Speijk class is a versatile and highly capable series of warships. Developed and constructed by the Royal Netherlands Navy, these frigates are designed to excel in a wide range of maritime operations and form an integral part of their naval fleet.

Featuring advanced technology and state-of-the-art systems, the Frigate Van Speijk class is renowned for its exceptional combat capabilities and robust defensive measures. Equipped with a sophisticated sensor suite, including radar and sonar systems, these frigates possess enhanced situational awareness, allowing them to detect and track targets effectively.

The Frigate Van Speijk class is armed with a potent array of weapon systems, enabling the ships to engage both air and surface threats. This includes surface-to-air missiles, anti-ship missiles, torpedoes, and a 76mm naval gun. These diverse armaments provide the frigates with a formidable firepower advantage and allow for effective engagement in various operational scenarios.

In addition to their combat capabilities, the Frigate Van Speijk class also offers excellent maritime security and surveillance capabilities. With high-end communication systems and modern command and control facilities, these frigates are capable of coordinating and conducting complex naval operations. They also possess the capability to support other assets, such as helicopters, further enhancing their versatility and effectiveness in missions.

Built to the highest standards, the Frigate Van Speijk class prioritizes crew comfort and operational efficiency. The ships are designed to provide a stable and seafaring platform, even in challenging conditions. With modern accommodations, advanced training facilities, and robust engineering systems, the frigates ensure the well-being and readiness of their crew to perform their duties effectively.

Technical specifications

Van Speijk
Displacement2850 tons
Range 8000 km at 12 knots
Crew180 members
Width12.5 m (41.0 ft)
Length113.4 m (372.0 ft)
Propulsion

2 General Electric turboprop engines with a power of 30,000 hp - 2 propellers

Thrust1900 hp
Armament

4 UGM-84 (II 2) + 2 Sea Cat (IV 2) + 1 OTO-Melara Compact 76 mm + 1 Goalkeeper CIWS + 4 12.7mm machine guns + 6 Mk.32 T/ASMs + 1 Lynx

Maximum speed29 knots