Barbaros Sınıfı (MLU)
Type: Frigate
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Manufacturer: Various
Overview
Upgraded MEKO 200TN Track IIB frigates of the Turkish Navy receiving mid-life upgrade with modern combat systems, sensors, and weapons. MLU includes new radar, sonar, electronic warfare suite, and integration of indigenous weapon systems including Atmaca anti-ship missiles.
Technical Specifications
| Crew | 180 |
|---|---|
| Type | Modernized Guided-Missile Frigate |
| Radar | SMART-S Mk2 3D + GIRAFFE 4A |
| Range | 4,100 nm at 18 knots |
| Speed | 32 knots |
| Length | 116.5 m |
| Armament | 1x 127mm OTO Melara; ESSM (32-cell Mk-41 VLS); 8x Harpoon Block II; 2x triple torpedo tubes; 1x RAM CIWS |
| Propulsion | CODOG: 2x MTU diesel + 2x GE LM2500 gas turbine |
| Displacement | 3,100 tonnes (full load) |
Operators
- Türkiye
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