Japanese-built OTO Melara 76 mm Super Rapid mounts could have added close protection, visible presence, and a more graduated warning-shot option during gray-zone encounters. Smaller guns would fill the gap between light weapons and the main gun or missile battery. Maya's combined gas turbine electric and gas turbine (COGLAG) system answers a different design problem. Electric drive supports efficient low-speed movement, while direct turbine power remains available for high speed. The gun debate and propulsion choice show how routine presence missions place different demands on a ship than high-end combat.
Notable Point · 30:43-32:01
Propulsion efficiency and a gray-zone gun debate
Maya's COGLAG propulsion balances efficient low-speed cruising with turbine power for speed, while the absence of smaller guns limits graduated gray-zone signaling.