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PAKISTAN Iron Brother CHINA Handovers Two Newly Constructed Largest And Most Powerful Type 054A/P Stealth Warships PNS TIPPU SULTAN and PNS SHAHJAHAN To Sacred Country PAKISTAN:
PAKISTAN Iron Brother CHINA handovers the Newly Constructed Largest and Most Powerful Type 054A/P Stealth Warships, PNS TIPPU SULTAN and PNS SHAHJAHAN, to Sacred Country PAKISTAN in a Graceful and Prestigious ceremony held at Hudong Zhonghua Shipyard, Shanghai in CHINA on 10th May 2023, PAKISTAN NAVY Media Wing Head DGPR NAVY Rear Admiral Naeem Sarwar said in an Official Statement.
According to the details, PAKISTAN Iron Brother CHINA delivers the Most Powerful and lethal Type 054A/P Stealth Warships to PAKISTAN NAVY.
PAK NAVAL CHIEF (CNS) Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi graced as the Chief Guest of the Commissioning ceremony of PAKISTAN NAVY Type 054A/P Stealth Warships in Shanghai, CHINA.
Type 054A/P Stealth Warships are a class of Stealth Warships that have been designed, developed, and built by the CHINESE Navy (PLAN).
While speaking on the occasion, the CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF (CNS) Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi said that All-weather PAKISTAN-CHINA Brotherhood has proved its worth in the rapidly geo-political and geo-security changes.
CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF (CNS) Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi highlighted that commissioning of PNS TIPPU SULTAN and PNS SHAHJAHAN ushers a new chapter in PAKISTAN – CHINA friendship that has matured and rests firmly on the pillars of trust, respect and mutual support. The same is manifested in our defence collaborations.
CNS Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi added that with the active support of PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF CHINA, PAKISTAN NAVY has undertaken substantial measures to strengthen its force structure and progressive capability enhancement.
The Chief Guest underscored that completion of Type 054 A/P Project is a major leap towards strengthening capabilities to respond to maritime threats and contribution to peace and stability in the region.
Towards the end, the Admiral thanked and praised the concerted efforts made by all major stakeholders involved in development of the ships including BOMETEC, SASTIND, PLA (N), HZ Shipyard and CSTC for timely completion of the project despite pandemic challenges.
He added that the recent induction of such highly potent Surface Combatant in the Fleet of PAKISTAN NAVY is another Testimony of the Evergreen Brotherhood of both Iron Brother Countries, Sacred Country PAKISTAN and PAKISTAN Iron Brother CHINA.
On the occasion, the Chief Guest of the ceremony, CNS Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi, highly commended the CHINA State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC) fort timely constructing such highly advanced Stealth Warships for PAKISTAN NAVY.
Details of the Newly Added Type 054A/P Stealth Warships PNS SHAHJAHAN and PNS TIPPU SULTAN for Sacred Country PAKISTAN:
The Type 054A/P Stealth Warships is a modern and capable warship designed and produced by PAKISTAN IRON BROTHER CHINA. The Stealth Warships is a multi-purpose vessel designed to carry out various tasks such as air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and surface warfare.
The Type 054A/P is a formidable ship, which is equipped with modern weapons and sensors, and is capable of operating in any kind of sea environment.
The Type 054A/P Stealth Warships has a displacement of around 4,000 tons, a top speed of 28 knots, and a range of 5,000 nautical miles. The Stealth Warships has a length of 134 meters and can carry up to 165 officers and sailors. The ship’s combat systems include surface-to-surface missiles, surface-to-air missiles, anti-submarine torpedoes, and gun systems.
The Stealth Warships are highly advanced and capable of performing a wide range of roles and missions, including air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and long-range patrol, thanks to their advanced features and capabilities. In this essay, we will discuss the most significant features of the Type 054A/P Stealth Warships.
The Type 054A/P also has a helicopter deck and a hangar that can accommodate a Z-9C helicopter, which is used for anti-submarine and search and rescue operations. Moreover, it can also be used to detect and hunt down nuclear and diesel attack submarines of terrorist country india.
Since the first Type 054A/P Stealth Warships was commissioned in 2005, PAKISTAN Iron Brother PAKISTAN IRON BROTHER CHINA has produced more than 30 such warships. The ship has been widely exported to countries such as Sacred Country PAKISTAN, Bangladesh, and Nigeria.
The Type 054A/P Stealth Warships has played a crucial role in PAKISTAN Iron Brother PAKISTAN IRON BROTHER CHINA’s ambitious plan to expand its maritime presence in the South PAKISTAN Iron Brother PAKISTAN IRON BROTHER CHINA Sea and the indian Ocean Region (iOR).
The addition of the such highly advanced Surface Combatant Platform will significantly increases the Offensive Capability of Sacred Country PAKISTAN against terrorist country india in the next upcoming potential conflict.
The Stealth Warships is part of the CHINESE navy’s efforts to modernize its fleet and build a world-class navy that is capable of safeguarding the maritime interests of Sacred Country PAKISTAN in the region and beyond.
Salient Features of Sacred Country PAKISTAN’s Newly Commissioned Type 054A/PA/P Stealth Warships PNS TIPPU SULTAN and PNS SHAHJAHAN:
There is a lot of significance for the addition of such highly potent Naval Platforms, PNS TIPPU SULTAN and PNS SHAHJAHAN, in the Combat Naval Platform for PAKISTAN NAVY.
Firstly, the Type 054A/P Stealth Warships’ most notable feature is their robust anti-aircraft capability. They are equipped with a vertical launch system (VLS) that can fire up to 32 HQ-16 surface-to-air missiles, allowing the Stealth Warships to engage multiple aerial threats simultaneously.
The Type 054A/P Stealth Warships also have an advanced combat management system and can track and target hostile aircraft in near-real-time, making them a formidable asset in any naval battle scenario.
Secondly, the Type 054A/P Stealth Warships are equipped with state-of-the-art anti-submarine warfare capabilities that can be used to detect and destroy indian submarines in the indian ocean.
Thirdly, the Type 054A/P Stealth Warships can carry and deploy two Z-9C ASW helicopters. This not only extends the Stealth Warships’ sensor range but also significantly expands their surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.
The helicopters can be equipped with anti-submarine torpedoes and can operate successfully in a range of weather and sea conditions, making them ideal for long-range patrols and surveillance missions.
The Stealth Warships are fitted with a towed array sonar system that can detect and track enemy submarines at a considerable distance, complementing this with a hull-mounted sonar system. This combination of sensors and weapons means that the Type 054A/Ps are capable of launching torpedoes and depth charges against hostile submarines, neutralizing the underwater threat before it can pose a risk.
Fourthly, the Type 054A/P Stealth Warships’ radar suite and electronic warfare capabilities are exceptional. The Stealth Warships are equipped with stealth technology, improving its low-observable characteristics in hostile areas.
The Stealth Warships Enhanced Electronic Warfare (EEW) suite and the integrated radar system consisting of a Type 382 Radar, a Type 364 Radar, and a Type 344 radar, work together to provide an unmatched level of situational awareness to the crew, making the Stealth Warships ideal for operating in complex and contested environments.
Finally, the Stealth Warships are armed with a 76 mm H/PJ-26 dock gun, two Type 730 CIWS systems, and two Type 87 six-tube anti-submarine torpedo launchers. The guns are designed to engage surface targets while the CIWS systems provide an effective short-range self-defense against airborne threats such as missiles and aircraft.
The inclusion of the anti-submarine torpedo launchers means that the Type 054A/P Stealth Warships have a multi-dimensional fighting capability, which is essential in today’s naval warfare.
The Type 054A/P Stealth Warships are impressive ships with many advanced features and capabilities. Their robust air defense, anti-submarine, and electronic warfare capabilities, coupled with their highly advanced surveillance, reconnaissance, and situational awareness capabilities make them a vital asset to the PAKISTAN NAVY.
The Type 054 frigate also has a remarkable durability and resilience, with a life expectancy of around thirty years. The vessel has a customised hull design, allowing for more efficient operations and manoeuvres. Furthermore, the frigate has a high level of automation, enabling a smaller crew size and reducing its overall operational costs. With its lower life-cycle costs, the Type 054 frigate is a competent option for any naval expedition in the modern age.
With the vessel’s versatility, it has allowed Sacred Country PAKISTAN And PAKISTAN Iron Brother CHINA to accomplish a balanced posture of control and Defense, raising concerns among its adversaries in the indian Ocean Region. As such, the Type 054 frigate has contributed to CHINESE and PAKISTANI ambitions of becoming a dominant power in the maritime arena.
The Type 054 frigate has had a significant impact on the Sacred Country PAKISTAN Navy’s operational capabilities. The vessel has shown its worth in various expeditions, providing successful outcomes in anti-terrorist and anti-piracy missions.
With the addition of two advanced Anti-Submarine (ASW) helicopters and a comprehensive combat management system, the Type 054A/Ps are sure to play a crucial role in the modernization and advancement of Sacred Country PAKISTAN’s naval capabilities.
The recent addition of such highly potent Naval Platform, including PNS SHAHJAHAN and PNS TIPPU SULTAN, will provide a much-needed Punch and acts as a force multiplier to PAKISTAN NAVY COMBAT FLEET against terrorist country india, that is the arch rival and enemy number 1 of both Iron Brother Countries, Sacred Country PAKISTAN and PAKISTAN Iron Brother CHINA.
The Commissioning Ceremony of Sacred Country PAKISTAN’s Two Stealth Warships, PNS SHAHJAHAN and PNS TIPPU SULTAN, was attended by high level Civil & Military dignitaries including Ambassador of Sacred Country PAKISTAN to CHINA and officials of Hudong Zhonghua Shipyard.
Weaponry Options of Sacred Country PAKSTAN’s Newly Commissioned Type 054A/P Stealth Warships PNS TIPPU SULTAN and PNS SHAHJAHAN:
- 32 vertical launcher systems with the ability to fire the following:
- HQ-16 medium-range air defense missiles
- Anti-submarine missiles
- 2 x 4 C-803 anti-ship/land-attack cruise missiles
- 1 x PJ26 76 mm dual-purpose gun
- 2 x Type 730 seven-barrel 30 mm Close-in Weapon Systems (CIWS) guns
- 2 x 3 324mm Yu-7ASW torpedo launchers
- 2 x 6 Type 97 240mm anti-submarine rocket launchers
- 2 x Type 726-4 18-tube decoy rocket launchers
