What current frigates most closely resemble the Perry class's basic-but-capable design philosophy?
Short answerType 31 and France's defence and intervention frigate are the closest basic designs; Mogami is basic-plus, while FREMM is too capable and highly specified to be the equivalent.
NotesFREMM is too highly specified and capable to serve as a modern Perry equivalent. Type 31 and the French defence and intervention frigate are closer to the basic-frigate idea, while Mogami sits one step above them as basic-plus. A supporting combatant designed for affordable numbers serves a different purpose from a smaller ship built for frontline-navy duties. The intended fleet role and specification level determine whether the basic-frigate label fits.