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Gowind class SGPV LCS Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
The Royal Malaysian Navy Second Generation Patrol Vessel (SGPV), also referred to as Littoral combat ships (LCS) are a class of six stealth frigates currently being built in Malaysia by Boustead (BHIC) based on DCNS Gowind 2500 design. Construction of the first vessel of the class started at the end of 2014 with a delivery expected for 2017 or 2018. Based on a corvette design, the Gowind LCS are considered frigates because of their increase size and displacement and will bring a significant capability step to the Royal Malaysian Navy.
The Royal Malaysian Navy Second Generation Patrol Vessel (SGPV), also referred to as Littoral combat ships (LCS) are a class of six stealth frigates currently being built in Malaysia by Boustead (BHIC) based on DCNS Gowind 2500 design. Construction of the first vessel of the class started at the end of 2014 with a delivery expected for 2017 or 2018. Based on a corvette design, the Gowind LCS are considered frigates because of their increase size and displacement and will bring a significant capability step to the Royal Malaysian Navy.
 
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Gowind class Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
also known as Gowind corvette, SGPV, LCS - DCNS
 
 
 
The Royal Malaysian Navy Second Generation Patrol Vessel (SGPV), also referred to as Littoral combat ships (LCS) are a class of six stealth frigates currently being built in Malaysia by Boustead (BHIC) based on DCNS Gowind 2500 design. Construction of the first vessel of the class started at the end of 2014 with a delivery expected for 2017 or 2018. Based on a corvette design, the Gowind LCS are considered frigates because of their increase size and displacement and will bring a significant capability step to the Royal Malaysian Navy.
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Description
The Royal Malaysian Navy Second Generation Patrol Vessel (SGPV), also referred to as Littoral combat ships (LCS) are a class of six stealth frigates currently being built in Malaysia by Boustead (BHIC) based on DCNS Gowind 2500 design. Construction of the first vessel of the class started at the end of 2014 with a delivery expected for 2017 or 2018. Based on a corvette design, the Gowind LCS are considered frigates because of their increase size and displacement and will bring a significant capability step to the Royal Malaysian Navy.

Gowind 2500 is DCNS’ response to 21st century defence and security challenges, combining unrivalled stealth features, resilience and high availability at sea with outstanding AAW, ASW and ASuW performances. The vessel is a resilient and powerful surface combatant designed to perform complex naval operations as well as low intensity maritime security missions, through a 360° sensors coverage and deployable assets.

Gowind 2500 simultaneously detects, tracks and engages multiple airborne, surface as well as submarine threats, providing the best performance in all warfare domains. Gowind 2500 offers exceptional stealth capabilities with reduced radiated noise and Radar Cross Section (RCS) significantly improving the tactical advantage compared with other ships of her class.
 
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Variants
- DCNS Gowind 2500
- DCNS Gowind 1000
- DCNS Gowind OPV
Technical Data
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Missions
» Littoral Patrol and surveillance
» Protection of EEZ
» Search and Rescue
» Reconnaissance
» ASUW
» ASW
» AAW
Aviation Facilities
The Gowind LCS have spacious landing deck and hangar for a 10 to 12 ton helicopter (Lynx, EC725 or NH-90) plus one VTOL UAV.
Weapons
Guns:
» 1x BAE Systems Bofors 57mm in stealth cupola (main gun)
» 2x MSI Defence DS30M Mark 2 30mm remote weapon stations
Missiles:
» 8x Kongsberg NSM Anti-ship missiles (2 launchers with 4 missiles each)
» 16x MBDA VL MICA suface to air missiles (in SYLVER vertical launch system)
Torpedoes:
» 2x J+S Marine triple torpedo launchers
Sensors, Electronics, Decoys
  • Combat Management and Information Systems:
    DCNS SETIS
  • Optronics:
    Rheinmetall TMEO Mk2 electro-optical tracking system
  • Radars and Sensors:
    1x Thales SMART-S Mk2 3D surveillance radar
    1x Rheinmetall TMX/EO Mk2 fire control radar
    Thales TSB 3520 ATC & IFF combined interrogator transponder
    Thales VIGILE 100 ESM
  • Sonars:
    Thales CAPTAS-2 variable depth sonar
  • Decoys/Counter measures/Jammers:
    Wallop/Esterline SuperBarricade decoy system
  • Communications:
    Link 16
    Link 11
    Thales TUUM-6 Digital Underwater Communication System
Engines/Propulsion/Power
Propulsion type: CODAD (Combined diesel and diesel)
Diesel engines: 4x MTU 20V
2x Shafts with variable pitch propellers
 
Specifications
Type
Frigate
Crew
138
Operators
Royal Malaysian Navy
Performance
Speeds: 28+ kts (max)
Range: 5,000 nm @ 15 kts
Endurance: n/a days at sea
Designer / Builder
DCNS / Boustead
 
Displacement
3,100 tons (full load)
Aviation
Helipad and hangar for medium helicopter (EC725)
Dimensions
 
Length: 111.00 m
Beam: 16.00 m
Maximum Draft: 3.85 m
 
Detailed View
 
Gowind class SGPV LCS Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
 
Gowind class SGPV LCS Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
Gowind class SGPV LCS Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
 
Gowind class SGPV LCS Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
Gowind class SGPV LCS Frigate - Royal Malaysian Navy
 
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