ROKS Chuncheon explained

ROKS Chuncheon (FFG-827) is the eighth and final ship of the Daegu-class frigate in the Republic of Korea Navy. She is named after the city, Chuncheon.

Development

See main article: Daegu-class frigate. 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 Chuncheon was launched on 22 March 2022 by Hyundai Heavy Industries and was commissioned on 24 October 2023.^[4]

Notes and References

1. https://thediplomat.com/2016/06/rok-navy-launches-new-warship-capable-of-hitting-targets-inside-north-korea/ ROK Navy Launches New Warship Capable of Hitting Targets Inside North Korea
2. Web site: Koreas New Coastal Frigates: the FFX Incheon Class.
3. http://navyrecognition.com/index.php/news/defence-news/2016/december-2016-navy-naval-forces-defense-industry-technology-maritime-security-global-news/4711-south-korea-orders-two-daegu-class-ffx-ii-frigates-ahead-of-schedule-to-support-shipbuilder.html South Korea Orders Two Daegu-class FFX-II Frigates Ahead of Schedule to Support Shipbuilder
4. Web site: South Korea Commissions Final Daegu-Class FFX Batch II Frigate. 24 Oct 2023.