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Brahmaputra-class frigate
The Brahmaputra-class frigates (Type 16A or Project 16A) are guided-missile frigates of the Indian.
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About the frigate
The Brahmaputra-class frigates (Type 16A or Project 16A) are guided-missile frigates of the Indian Navy, designed and built in India. They are an enhancement of the Godavari class, with a displacement of 3850 tons and a length of 126 metres (413 ft).
Ships in class
Commissioned hulls
INS BrahmaputraF31
Commissioned 2000 · GRSE
INS BetwaF39
Commissioned 2004 · GRSE
INS BeasF37
Commissioned 2005 · GRSE
| Name | Pennant | Commissioned | Builder |
|---|---|---|---|
| INS Brahmaputra | F31 | 2000 | GRSE |
| INS Betwa | F39 | 2004 | GRSE |
| INS Beas | F37 | 2005 | GRSE |
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