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Sea Wolves; Orbat Updates re Sea Wolves
Topic Started: May 24 2005, 02:00 PM (10,045 Views)
israeli
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spiderweb: how long have the Sea Wolves been in service with the RSN? was there any instance when the Singaporean Navy encountered problems with the Sea Wolves?

off-topic: what is Singapore going to do with those retired Sir Lancelot class LSTs of the Singaporean Navy?
"To secure peace is to prepare for war." - Carl Von Clausewitz
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ok, found it....PRABRARAPAK-class MGBs

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Ok, PRABRARAPAK-class without Gabriel missile

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Here are some specs:

Prabrarapak class missile boats
Displacement: 260 tons full load
Dimensions: 44.9 x 7 x 2.1 meters (147 x 23 x 9 feet)
Propulsion: 4 diesels, 4 shafts, 14,000 bhp, 41 knots
Crew: 41
Fire Control: WM-28
EW: RDL-2 intercept
Armament: 5 Gabriel SSM, 1 57mm/70 AA, 1 40mm/70 AA, 2 12.7 mm MG
Built in Singapore.

Number Name Year FLT Homeport Notes
311 Prabrarapak 1975
312 Hanhak Sattru 1975
313 Suphairin 1977



Thanks for the pics of our Prabrarapak cmb's, Spider. Kap Koon! :agree:
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My regards to my Philippine friends! Im hoping for a fast recovery for your beautiful country! Chai Yo!
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Good luck to the Philippines in acquiring these sea wolves; yes I must admit, it will be a tough competition between us Thais and the Filipino competitors in getting these..babies..=P

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My regards to my Philippine friends! Im hoping for a fast recovery for your beautiful country! Chai Yo!
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Missile Gunboats Retire After 33 Years of Distinguished Service

Posted: 13 May 2008, 1940 hours (Time is GMT +8 hours)

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) decommissioned its fleet of six Missile Gunboats (MGBs) in a ceremony at Changi Naval Base this evening. Officiated by Chief of Navy Rear-Admiral (RADM) Chew Men Leong, the sunset ceremony marks the closure of a significant chapter in the RSN's journey and the start of a new one, as 185 squadron completes its transformation into a frigate squadron.

The RSN's first MGBs, RSS Sea Wolf and RSS Sea Lion, arrived in Singapore in 1972 and were commissioned in 1975. The remaining three MGBs, RSS Sea Tiger, RSS Sea Hawk and RSS Sea Scorpion, were commissioned the following year. Shortly after their arrival, RSS Sea Wolf heralded the RSN's entry into the missile age by becoming the first ship in the region to successfully fire an anti-ship missile. The MGBs also led developments in naval strike warfare and remained at the leading edge of naval warfare with upgrades in her weapon systems, shipboard sensors and other combat systems in the 1980s and 1990s.

For more than three decades, these pioneers of the RSN conducted numerous operations at sea, as well as maritime surveillance, patrol and escort operations. They served as dependable guardians protecting the nation against seaward threats. The Missile Gunboats have also served as ambassadors of Singapore in numerous interactions with other navies and countless port-calls abroad.

"The MGBs' achievements are testimony to the fighting spirit, camaraderie and professionalism of the men and women who have served on these ships. This spirit will continue to live in the RSN as it transforms into the 3rd Generation navy," said RADM Chew. Over 5600 men and women have served onboard the MGBs, including Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean, and Senior Minister of State for Education & Information, Communications and the Arts, RADM (NS) Lui Tuck Yew.

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The men and women from 185 squadron bidding farewell to their Missile Gunboats. These pioneers of the RSN will be remembered with gratitude for the many years of faithful service rendered.

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For more than three decades, the RSN's six Missile Gunboats have served as dependable guardians protecting Singapore against seaward threats.


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Factsheet: Milestones of the Republic of Singapore Navy's Missile Gunboats

Operationalisation Timelines

1972 - Arrival of first two ships, RSS SEA WOLF and RSS SEA LION in Singapore.

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1974 - The remaining four ships of the squadron, RSS SEA DRAGON, RSS SEA TIGER, RSS SEA HAWK and RSS SEA SCORPION were built on the same design and delivered.

22 January 1975 - RSS SEA WOLF, RSS SEA LION and RSS SEA DRAGON were commissioned.

29 February 1976 - RSS SEA TIGER, RSS SEA HAWK and RSS SEA SCORPION were commissioned. All the six ships were commissioned by the then Minister for Defence, Dr Goh Keng Swee.

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Key Milestones

31 January 1974 - RSS SEA HAWK, together with other RSN ships and the Marine Police boats surrounded the Laju ferry, which was hijacked by four armed terrorists and successfully prevented them from escaping.

1974 - The RSN became the first Navy in the region to successfully fire an anti-ship missile, when RSS SEA WOLF fired the Gabriel Surface-to-Surface Missile (SSM). This marked the Navy's entry into the missile age.

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2 May 1975 - Operation Thunderstorm was activated as a result of the large exodus of Vietnamese people due to the success of the North Vietnamese Communist group. The MGBs were activated to assist in the Operations. Despite logistics and manpower challenges, the MGBs contributed significantly to the success of the Operation.

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1976 - MGB participated in first foreign Exercise - Ex EAGLE. Since then, the MGBs were also involved in various other bi-lateral and multi-laterals exercises such as Ex MALAPURA (Malaysia), Ex PELICAN (Brunei), Ex SINGSIAM (Thailand), Ex STARFISH, Ex FLYING FISH and Ex BERSAMA PADU (FPDA countries), SIMBEX (India), Ex SINGAROO (Australia) and Ex CARAT (USA).
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1986 to 1988 - The MGBs were upgraded with the Long Range Harpoon Anti-Ship Missile. This missile, with a over-the-horizon firing range of over 90 kilometres, enhanced the ships' strike capability and complemented the existing Gabriel missile giving the ship a wider versatility in surface-to-surface combat.

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1990 - MGBs participated in the Presidential Sea Review, National Day celebration.

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June 1994 - The final upgrading of the MGBs with the Mistral Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs) to replace the Bofors 40mm gun. The twin-missile system improved the ships' ability to defend themselves against enemy aircraft.

July 1994 - The Mistral Surface-to-Air missile was successfully fired by the MGB.

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Throughout their operational service, the MGBs were involved in numerous operations at sea and exercises. Over 5600 men and women have served onboard the MGBs, including Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean, and Senior Minister of State for Education & Information, Communications and the Arts, RADM (NS) Lui Tuck Yew.

As a testament to the MGBs' combat readiness, operational proficiency and administrative excellence, the MGBs have won the Best Ship award five years in a row from 1986 to 1991. They were Best Ship for a total of 11 years.

With the decommissioning of the MGBs, the new FORMIDABLE-class Stealth Frigates will make their way into 185 Squadron.

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Citation by Fleet Commander

Posted: 13 Apr 2008, 1900 hours (Time is GMT +8 hours)

RSS SEA WOLF, RSS SEA LION and RSS SEA DRAGON were commissioned on 22nd January 1975, while RSS SEA TIGER, RSS SEA HAWK and RSS SEA SCORPION were commissioned on 29th February 1976. These ships have served the Republic of Singapore Navy with distinction for over 3 decades.

As part of the pioneer generation of the SAF, the Missile Gunboats set the high standards and laid the foundation for operational excellence in naval strike warfare that is one of the hallmarks of the Republic of Singapore Navy today.

While in service, the Missile Gunboats conducted numerous operations at sea, including Operation THUNDERSTORM, as well as Maritime Surveillance, Patrol and Escort operations. The Missile Gunboats also served as dependable guardians protecting the Nation against seaward threats.

The Missile Gunboats have amply lived up to their Squadron's motto of “Swift and Sure”. Capable of speeds in excess of 30 knots, they were also the first ships in Southeast Asia to successfully fire an anti-ship missile. The conduct of regular firings of the Gabriel, Harpoon and Mistral missiles bears testimony to the operational readiness and deterrence value of the Missile Gunboats. Throughout their operational service, the Missile Gunboats have remained at the cutting edge of naval warfare through continual augmentations and upgrades to their combat systems, which have enabled them to truly punch well above their weight. The Missile Gunboats have also kept the Singapore flag flying high in numerous interactions with other navies and as ambassadors of Singapore in countless port-calls abroad.

The illustrous history of the Missile Gunboats is a reflection of the sterling quality and character of the men and woman who served on board the ships. The success of the Missile Gunboats would not have been possible without the dedication, professionalism, tenacity, and sacrifice of the generations of crews onboard the Missile Gunboats.

The Missile Gunboats shall be remembered with gratitude for the many years of faithful service rendered. The qualities and values these ships represent, and the rich heritage and legacy they confer, shall continue to inspire the men and women of the RSN for generations to come.

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The sunset ceremony marks the closure of a significant chapter in the RSN's journey and the start of a new one, as the Missile Gunboats retire and 185 squadron completes its transformation into a frigate squadron.

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israeli
May 24 2005, 03:23 PM
FINALLY!!! :fire:

the Philippine Navy suddenly had interest in acquiring those soon-to-be surplus Sea Wolf class FACs of the Singaporean Navy. i hope that our comrade from Singapore spiderweb could shed light on the specs of the Sea Wolves and their track record in Singaporean Navy service...

but the Sea Wolves will NOT be available until the arrival of all the Formidable class frigates. if the PN wants to have FACs now, then it should consider the surplus South African Jan Smuts/Warrior/Minister (Saar 4) class, German Tiger class, Greek Combattante II class and Israeli Saar 4 class FACs. :armywink:


Specs of the Singaporean Sea Wolf class FAC:

Displacement: 254 tons
Dimensions: 44.9 x 7 x 2.3 meters (147.3 x 23 x 7.5 feet)
Propulsion: 4 MTU 16V 538 TB92 diesels, 13460 hp, 4 shafts, 38 knots
Crew: 40
Armament: 4 Harpoon SSM (2 twin), 2 Gabriel SAMs, Mistral SAMs, 1 Bofors 57mm/70, 1 Bofors 40mm/70

well your "soon-to-be surplus" is now a surplus
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spiderweb6969
May 13 2008, 10:49 PM
well your "soon-to-be surplus" is now a surplus

correct me if i am wrong, spiderweb6969, but are the Sea Wolves going to enter service with the Singapore Coast Guard after their retirement from the Republic of Singapore Navy?
"To secure peace is to prepare for war." - Carl Von Clausewitz
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