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    RAN Type 23 based ANZAC Class Frigate

    The MEKO 200ANZ was selected for the RAN Patrol Frigate Project in the late 80s with the Dutch M Class considered by many to be the preferred option losing out. The other option in the final three was what was termed the Mini Type 23, or even as the "cut and bob tied' Type 23. The Type 23 was...
    • Volkodav
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    • 1980s british commonwealth cold war ran patrol frigate project royal australian navy royal new zealand navy yarrow shipbuilders limited yarrow-admiralty research department
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: Theoretical, Fake and Generic Projects
  2. THO88

    Future RNZN Frigate

    The RNZN has stated they will replace their two Anzac Frigates by the mid 2030s. See page 34 of attached. What do you think are the three most likely designs to be procured and how many? I believe by the 2030s, the deteriorating security situation with China in the Indo-Pacific will incentivize...
    • THO88
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    • 2030s cold war ii royal new zealand navy
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Military
  3. uk 75

    New Zealand Type 12 Otago Class conversion

    I seem to recall before they bought more Leanders the RNZN considered a serious conversion of their Type 12 Otago. I am sure I have seen a drawing but cannot remember where? It would make an interesting add on to my UK frigates stuff.
    • uk 75
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    • cold war early 1980s late 1970s royal new zealand navy vosper shiprepairers limited vosper thornycroft
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: Secret Naval Projects
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