Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

Q&A · 3:01:45-3:02:30

Why ice strengthening affects Sweden's frigate options

Mogami adds another low-signature frigate option, but Swedish winter service raises a separate question about the hull's provision for ice.

Baltic SeaFDI FrigatesIce Strengthened ShipsIver Huitfeldt Class FrigatesLive Q&AMogami Class FrigatesNaval ProcurementSwedish NavyType 31 Frigate
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Question

Would a Mogami-class frigate suit Sweden, or would its range exceed what Baltic operations require?

Short answer

Mogami's low radar signature is attractive, but the discussion shifts to ice capability: Type 31's Danish design lineage is considered an advantage over adding ice strengthening to Mogami or FDI.

Notes

The follow-up proposes the Japanese Mogami design, noting its low radar cross-section. Ice rating is a consideration shared by Mogami and FDI in Swedish service. Type 31's descent from the Danish Iver Huitfeldt design is presented as an advantage because some provision for ice is already part of that lineage. Mogami and FDI would need that provision added. The comparison concerns design ancestry and adaptation, without specifying a particular certified ice class.