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An upgraded LCS as a Saudi mini-Burke

The upgraded Saudi LCS is tentatively welcomed as a smaller ship with Burke-like capabilities.

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Question

What do you think of the upgraded LCS design for Saudi Arabia?

Short answer

It could make sense for Saudi Arabia if the intended purchase is a mini-Burke on an LCS hull.

Notes

The upgraded LCS could make sense for Saudi Arabia. It is described as a mini-Burke, effectively putting Burke-like capability onto an LCS hull. This is a tentative judgment about its suitability for the Saudi buyer.