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Whether a Legend-derived frigate could keep pace with a carrier

Carrier-group speed is doubtful for the diesel-powered adaptation posed in the question; the eventual machinery choice remains open.

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Question

Could a frigate adapted from the Legend-class cutter keep up with US carriers using its diesel power plant?

Short answer

That remains doubtful with the diesel-powered adaptation posed in the question. A different power plant could change the assessment.

Notes

Whether the diesel-powered adaptation could keep pace with a carrier remains doubtful. Changing the power plant is one possibility for the developing frigate. Its eventual machinery and performance remain unsettled.