Sa'ar 72-class corvette explained

The Sa'ar 72 (Hebrew: סער 72) is a class of Israeli Navy corvettes designed by Israel Shipyards Ltd. as an improved and stretched .^[1] The first Sa'ar 72 was expected to become operational in 2015. Subsequent vessels were planned to enter service at the rate of one every eight months.^{[2] [3]}

History

The design was first unveiled at the International Maritime Defence Exhibition (IMDEX) Asia in Singapore in May 2013.^[4]

See also

• Sa'ar 62-class offshore patrol vessel
• Sa'ar 4-class missile boat
• Sa'ar 5-class corvette

Notes and References

1. Web site: Israel Shipyards - Experience that empowers seagoing ventures worldwide. israel-shipyards.com. 1 May 2016.
2. Web site: The New Israeli Navy – Preparing for Future Terror Threats. Ami Dor-On. i-hls.com. 1 May 2016.
3. Web site: Israel Shipyards Introduces the SAAR 72 Mini-Corvette Design. Tamir Eshel. 16 May 2013. defense-update.com. 1 May 2016.
4. Web site: Israel Shipyard Ltd. Shows Off Its New Saar S-72 Concept at IMDEX. Defense Media Network. 1 May 2016.