Belknap-class
usn_cg_belknapSurface ShipsUSAAAW,ASW,ASuW
- Length
- 167 m
- Beam
- 17 m
- Displacement
- 8957 t
- Max Speed
- 32 kn
Description
Within a decade of entering service, the Belknap class underwent a major modernization that replaced a large number of its systems and reworked weapon fit. The radar was updated to the much more capable AN/SPS-48, and the ship received the AN/SLQ-32 electronic warfare system. The Mk 10 launcher was again upgraded, enabling it to launch the Standard SM-2 missile, and the ship received a CIWS and eight Harpoon launch tubes towards the stern of the vessel, which replaced the 3" gun mount. Providing an effective all around punch, it enabled the Belknaps to serve on into the 1970s and 80s as an effective complement to newer warships like Ticonderoga-class cruiser.
Unit
- Type
- Vessel
- Role
- AAW, ASW, ASuW
- In service
- 1979–1994
- Variants
- 8
- Armor
- Minor
- Task Force cost
- 5,000 pts
- Score value
- 5
Dimensions
- Length
- 167 m
- Beam
- 17 m
- Displacement
- 8,957 t
Performance
- Max speed
- 32 kn
- Max reverse
- 7 kn
- Cavitation speed
- 4 kn
Machinery
- Main power
- Steam
- Horsepower
- 85,000 hp
- Propulsion
- 2 shafts
- Rudders
- 1
Aviation
- Aircraft capacity
- 1
- Aircraft supported
- SH-2F,FR Alouette II,fr AS-350,IAF Md500,iqaf Md500,raf Scout Ah1,rn Wasp Has1,rn Lynx Has2
- Air group
- SH-2F ×1
Signatures
- Visual ID range
- 13 nm
- RCS
- Large
- IR signature
- Large
Service variants
| Variant | In service |
|---|---|
| CG-27 | 1980–1994 |
| CG-28 | 1979–1993 |
| CG-29 | 1980–1994 |
| CG-30 | 1981–1994 |
| CG-31 | 1980–1994 |
| CG-32 | 1982–1994 |
| CG-33 | 1982–1994 |
| CG-34 | 1981–1993 |