NNS Aradu Modernization

NNS Aradu Modernization

Type: Frigate

Domain: sea

Country of Origin: Nigeria

Manufacturer: Proforce

First Deployed: 1982

Overview

Flagship vessel of the Nigerian Navy currently undergoing modernization. Originally built as a frigate, NNS Aradu is undergoing refit in cooperation with Turkey. When complete, intended to serve as command vessel for Nigerian Navy operations in the Gulf of Guinea.

Technical Specifications

crew200
noteAradu is Nigeria MEKO 360 frigate in ongoing modernization
beam_m14.8
armamentAfter modernization: Otomat Mk2 SSMs, 127mm OTO Melara, Sea Cat SAM, torpedo tubes
length_m125
speed_knots27
original_build1982
displacement_tonnes3360

Operators

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