The OTO Melara 76 mm gun receives an enthusiastic endorsement, followed by criticism of carrying only one. The preferred arrangement would have at least three such guns for the frigate's task-group role. These would operate alongside its close-in weapon systems and remotely controlled guns. This is a recommendation for a heavier gun outfit, with the number of mounts forming the main criticism of the existing arrangement.
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A case for three OTO Melara 76 mm guns
A preference for at least three 76 mm guns links the frigate's gun armament to its role in Indian task groups.