Vessel Profile

Charlottetown (H.M.C.S.) (III)

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Story

This frigate, halifax-class was built in 1994 by Saint John Dry Dock & Shipbuilding Co., Saint John NB.

Historical Notes

Speed: 29+ knots. Endurance: 7,100 nautical miles at 15 knots (diesel). 4,500 nautical miles at 15 knots (turbine). Complement: 225 (including air detachment). Range: 9,500 nautical miles.

Owners & Masters

In 1995-present (2020) she served with the Royal Canadian Navy.

Armament

24 × Honeywell Mk 46 torpedoes
16 × Evolved Sea Sparrow SAM
8 × RGM-84 Harpoon SSM
1 × 57 mm Bofors Mk2 gun
1 × 20 mm Vulcan Phalanx CIWS
6 × .50 caliber machine guns
1 × CH-124 Sea King helicopter

Rebuilds

Refit HCM/FELEX April 2013 – April 2014

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