Next Generation Missile Vessels

[125mm_Smoothbore]

S.No	Weapon System	Sensor	Status
1	1 × OTO Melara 76 mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM)	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Confirmed
2	2 x AK-630M CIWS	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Confirmed
3	2 x 12.7 mm OFT RCWS	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Likely
4	2 x Twin Slanted BrahMos launcher (450-800/900 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	Confirmed
5	8-16 x VL-SRSAM (80 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	FFBNW
6	EW Suite	Bomber Electronic warfare (EW) suites - BEL Ajanta M2 ESM	Likely
7	Self Protection Suite	BEL Kavach MOD 2	Likely
8	1 x ALH Mk 3/4	-	Confirmed

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ENGINE- LM-2500 and french diesel engines a reliable CODAG combination

 

[jaijaganath]

Earlier models did have 8 brahmos configuration

Yes 2 slant launchers with 4 brahmos each infact l&t had demonstrated the concept

 

[vampyrbladez]

S.No	Weapon System	Sensor	Status
1	1 × OTO Melara 76 mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM)	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Confirmed
2	2 x AK-630M CIWS	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Confirmed
3	2 x 12.7 mm OFT RCWS	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Likely
4	2 x Twin Slanted BrahMos launcher (450-800/900 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	Confirmed
5	8-16 x VL-SRSAM (80 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	FFBNW
6	EW Suite	Bomber Electronic warfare (EW) suites - BEL Ajanta M2 ESM	Likely
7	Self Protection Suite	BEL Kavach MOD 2	Likely
8	1 x ALH Mk 3/4	-	Confirmed

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Original RFP :

It appears that the initial plans were for a heavy corvette/ light frigate design but post the sublimation of the P 17B and NGC (DAC approval), the design was scaled down to serve as a missile Corvette like the Khukri and Kora Class.

It can be part of a flotilla of ASW-SWC and Kamorta Class Corvettes providing point defence in the Indian Ocean under the leadership of a Talwar Class Frigate for dedicated air defence during anti submarine operations.

It can also be used for constabulary duties in potential conflict such as the South China Sea and the Red Sea without risking more important naval assets ( Kolkata Class, Vishakapatnam Class, Nilgiri Class, etc).

The NGMV is equipped with LM2500 engines which will provide it with the required speed and maneuverability to be a part of a CBG as well.

From an excerpt on the Kora Class, it appears that the NGMV will follow a very similar philosophy as a low tier naval combatant in the Indian Navy's ranks.

With its large AShM missile load, the ships can be used for massed attacks on coastal targets and flotillas either in independently or as flotilla leaders for smaller missile launching platforms such as the Tarantul Class corvettes or the Osa-II Class missile boats. They could also be used for extended patrolling and guarding the approaches to sensitive harbours and coastal installations, or as picket ships in scenarios too risky to involve sending prized assets like the Delhi Class destroyers which would be able to concentrate on more vital roles.

Fitting an AD system seems to have been compromised by the helicopter deck. Presently, INS Kora only carries two manually-aimed twin launchers for the SA-N 5/Igla short-range anti-aircraft missile, although it appears that at one time, the SA-N-4 Osa SAM system was considered for this class. Likewise there are no integral ASW assets and the ship will rely on the Chetak/ALH fitted with dunking sonar and torpedoes to fulfill its ASW functions.

These omissions are explained in part by the fact that these vessels are cheap platforms and are supposed to operate with other ASW escorts under friendly air cover. Nevertheless, it is very debatable whether this is a sound operational philosophy on the IN’s part especially as comparable units in service with other navies have significant AD and ASW assets.

https://www.bharat-rakshak.com/navy/e

quipment/specs/project-25a/

 

[Blood+]

What an absolute disappointment.

 

[Fatalis]

It will be using Lynx FCR instead of EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar. It will be having 08 missiles.

 

[rone]

S.No	Weapon System	Sensor	Status
1	1 × OTO Melara 76 mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM)	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Confirmed
2	2 x AK-630M CIWS	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Confirmed
3	2 x 12.7 mm OFT RCWS	EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar	Likely
4	2 x Twin Slanted BrahMos launcher (450-800/900 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	Confirmed
5	8-16 x VL-SRSAM (80 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	FFBNW
6	EW Suite	Bomber Electronic warfare (EW) suites - BEL Ajanta M2 ESM	Likely
7	Self Protection Suite	BEL Kavach MOD 2	Likely
8	1 x ALH Mk 3/4	-	Confirmed

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no heli deck, sam vls in both starboard and port side of ship after main island and main engine exhaust

 

[jaijaganath]

It will be using Lynx FCR instead of EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar. It will be having 08 missiles.

Sauce?
Bcoz picture shows 4 brahmos

 

[vampyrbladez]

It will be using Lynx FCR instead of EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar. It will be having 08 missiles.

Source?

 

[VictorDelta4]

 

[vampyrbladez]

no heli deck, sam vls in both starboard and port side of ship after main island and main engine exhaust

I have checked the images again and it seems that indeed there is space for 2 x 8 cell VL-SRSAM on either port and starboard side of the smokestack.

Initially it was thought that BrahMos NG (8 no.s) were to be used but since the planned missile was not available for immediate use, the larger and heavier BrahMos ER (4 no.s) were used instead.

BEL - Lynx-U2 fire-control radar is being used instead of the EL/M-2221 STGR fire-control radar per latest news available to us.

The ministry of defence signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bangalore, for the procurement of 13 indigenously developed Lynx-U2 fire control systems capable of accurately tracking and engaging targets amidst sea clutter as well as air/surface targets for the Indian Navy at a total cost of over ₹1,700 crore.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/indi...ystems-for-navy-5-points-101680168951446.html

The lack of a helo deck is a part of the RFI.

S.No	Weapon System	Sensor	Status
1	1 × OTO Melara 76 mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM)	BEL - Lynx-U2 fire-control radar	Confirmed
2	2 x AK-630M CIWS	BEL - Lynx-U2 fire-control radar	Confirmed
3	2 x 12.7 mm OFT RCWS	BEL - Lynx-U2 fire-control radar	Likely
4	2 x Twin Slanted BrahMos launcher (450-800/900 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	Confirmed
5	8-16 x VL-SRSAM (80 KM)	BEL - Naval X-Band Multi Function Radar (X-BMFR) : Primary AESA radar	Confirmed
6	EW Suite	Bomber Electronic warfare (EW) suites - BEL Ajanta M2 ESM	Likely
7	Self Protection Suite	BEL Kavach MOD 2	Likely

 

[Bleh]

Full NGMV design by patch-working differen photos...

 

[Bleh]

Full NGMV design by patch-working differen photos...

While a worthy successor to the Kora & Khukri class, to he NGMV remains highly vulnerable. Although carrying 4 BraHmos-NG capable of sinking all of Pak Navy, these remain as glass-cannons thayu won't stand against any counterattack.

The world has moved on to these, Cutters/OPVs with high decks to fit VLS with clean stealthy design to make use of their small size & overcome their low self-defence capabilities.

 

[shade2]

While a worthy successor to the Kora & Khukri class, to he NGMV remains highly vulnerable. Although carrying 4 BraHmos-NG capable of sinking all of Pak Navy, these remain as glass-cannons thayu won't stand against any counterattack.

The world has moved on to these, Cutters/OPVs with high decks to fit VLS with clean stealthy design to make use of their small size & overcome their low self-defence capabilities.View attachment 22096
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What ship is that?

 

[Bleh]

While a worthy successor to the Kora & Khukri class, to he NGMV remains highly vulnerable. Although carrying 4 BraHmos-NG capable of sinking all of Pak Navy, these remain as glass-cannons thayu won't stand against any counterattack.

The world has moved on to these, Cutters/OPVs with high decks to fit VLS with clean stealthy design to make use of their small size & overcome their low self-defence capabilities.View attachment 22096
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Two different representatives from Damen, multiple OPV tenders for different Euro navies. They're calling or multirole naval platform.

Here's a German one

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