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How DDG(X) moves from Ticonderoga replacement to Burke replacement

The larger American destroyer is expected to replace cruisers first and older Arleigh Burkes only after the design proves itself.

Arleigh Burke Class Destroyers DDG(X)Fleet Replacement Ticonderoga Class Cruisers US Navy

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Question

Is DDG(X) replacing the Arleigh Burke class or the Ticonderoga class?

Short answer

Ticonderogas first, then older Burkes after the new design is established, with Burke construction continuing for some time.

Notes

DDG(X) is expected to replace Ticonderoga-class cruisers first. Once the US Navy becomes comfortable with the design, later ships would probably begin replacing Arleigh Burke destroyers. Burke construction is expected to continue for some time during that transition.