ROKS Gyeongnam (FFG-819) explained

ROKS Gyeongnam (FFG-819) is the second ship of the s in the Republic of Korea Navy. She is named after the place, Gyeongnam. The ship was launched in 2019 and commissioned in 2021.

Development

See main article: Daegu-class frigate. The Daegu class is an improved variant of the . Modifications to the Incheon class include a TB-250K towed array sonar system and a 16-cell Korean Vertical Launching System (K-VLS) that is able to deploy the K-SAAM, Hong Sang Eo anti-submarine missile, and Haeryong tactical land attack cruise missiles.^[1]

The hull design is generally based on the one of the Incheon class. However, as a part of weapon system modifications, the superstructure has been significantly changed. The hangar and a helicopter deck on stern has been enlarged to support the operation of a 10-ton helicopter.^{[2] [3]}

Construction and career

ROKS Gyeongnam was launched on 21 June 2019 by Daewoo Shipbuilding and commissioned on 4 January 2021.^{[4] [5]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: ROK Navy Launches New Warship Capable of Hitting Targets Inside North Korea . The Diplomat . Gady . Franz-Stefan . 9 June 2016 . 26 July 2024.
2. Web site: Korea's New Coastal Frigates: the FFX Incheon Class. Defense Industry Daily . 25 July 2024.
3. Web site: South Korea Orders Two Daegu-class FFX-II Frigates Ahead of Schedule to Support Shipbuilder . Navy Recognition . 21 December 2016 . 26 July 2024.
4. Web site: Vavasseur. Xavier. 2021-01-04. ROK Navy Commissions Second Daegu-Class FFX Batch II Frigate. 2021-07-06. Naval News. en-US.
5. Web site: South Korean Navy took delivery of ROKS Gyeongnam FFG-819 Daegu-class guided missile frigate. 2021-07-06. Navy Recognition. en-gb.