Vietnam Receives 2nd Gepard Frigates

08 Agustus 2011

Expected, the new Gepard warship named HQ-012 Ngo Quyen. (all photos : BaodatViet)

After more than two months journey from Gorky Zelenodolsk shipyards, missile corvettes HQND Gepard 2 of Vietnam was coming on the end of the month 7 / 2011.

The work of towing the ship from the ship dock Gepard Edietransporter first two took place successfully, under the supervision of the Vietnam Navy officers and representatives of the shipyard Gorky Zelenodolsk.

Gepard 2 transport dock ship.

Gepard missile corvette No. 2 was built with weapons configuration similar to a Gepard ships with several improvements and upgrades.

Gepard missile corvettes 3.9 has improved performance for seaworthiness longer, high maneuverability, agility in handling the situation and range.

Gepard no. 1 and no. 2.

According to the manufacturer, the interior of the vessel has been modified to increase crew comfort. In particular, according to experts from the shipyard, the Gepard No. 2 is much improved than before, more convenient in maintenance and operation.

(BaodatViet)