Originally posted by Arena:
Is these the frigates tt RSN are getting?
Are all stealth frigates look like this? It's like all covered up... wonder where the missiles will be launch??
pardon me for my ignorance
No, RSN Delta frigate (even though based on La Fayette) is actually quite different exteriorly. RSN ship is shorter, broader and have a different superstructure layout. It also carries addition torpedo tubes like the Taiwanese version. RSN ship also carry a different mast for different types of radar. In short, go to Mindef News site to have a look yourself.
As for the Exocet missiles, they are carried between the two masts and can be easily spoted. The SAMs are carried (for current Lafayettes) in the 8 tube launcher on top of the hanger. RSN version has Aster 15 missiles stored at the front of the superstructure in vertical launch tubes.