Type 26 is characterised as an anti-submarine warfare frigate being adapted by Australia and Canada to broader roles while retaining that specialism. Constellation is described in the reverse direction, as a general-purpose frigate adapted for anti-submarine work. Both are treated as large ships compared with the lighter escort envisaged for Ukrainian waters in this 2023 discussion. Their size and task coverage make the starting design priorities relevant to any comparison.
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Type 26 and Constellation approach versatility differently
The 2023 comparison contrasts an ASW design broadened for other roles with a general-purpose design adapted for ASW.