The three larger frigate families embody different design priorities. Type 26 is the dedicated ASW specialist. FREMM keeps a strong submarine-hunting capability inside a wider general-purpose package. The Nilgiri and Project 17 line adds industrial development, using successive ships to build India's national design and construction base.
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Three heavy-frigate design philosophies
Type 26 prioritizes ASW, FREMM balances several missions, and the Nilgiri family couples combat capability with growth of India's national naval industry.