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Multi-mission Combat Ship (MCS)

HullAdvanced semi-planing monohull
Length Overall118 meters
Beam17.5 meters
Draft4.2 meters
Full Load DisplacementApproximately 3600 metric tons
Top SpeedGreater than 35 knots
PropulsionCombined diesel and gas turbines with steerable water jet propulsion /td>
Weapon Systems Spy-1F (V) Array Missile Illuminators (1) 76 MM Otomelara Super Rapid (32 cells) MK 41 Vertical Launching System (2) 4-Pack Harpoon 8 Cells OTS Torpedo Launcher CIWS (4) .50 Caliber Guns SRBOC
Features
  • Steel semi-planing monohull with aluminum superstructure
  • Highly maneuverable
  • Superior survivability
  • Shallow draft
  • Maximum sprint speed > 35 kts
  • Excellent stability at high speeds in high sea states
  • Maximizes warfighting capability under hostile conditions
  • Expands number of accessible ports
  • Reduces safe haven for enemy small craft
  • Enhances special operations support close to shore
  • Reduces life cycle costs and increases interoperability with the U.S. Navy
  • Combat system performance demonstrated by over 3800 missile firings in both test and combat environments
  • Provides total hemispheric long range air defense, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare capabilities
  • Utilizes Proven U.S. Navy and Lockheed Martin Ship and Combat System designs
  • Aegis based combat system operational in U.S. and Five Allied Navies
  • Multi-warfare capability
  • Significant industry participation
  • Fully integrated Command & Control system using the latest U.S. Navy open architecture model
  • Broadens industry capabilities in the maintenance and repair of the SCS
  • Provides path to full self sufficiency for industry
  • Maximizes SCS operational performance
  • Provides opportunity to benefit from future U.S. Navy system upgrades


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