056 class FFL/corvette

weihai

Thank you.

These Type 056 corvettes are suppose to replace the old type 037 missile boats. Does anyone know how many type 037's has been decommissioned so far and how many there are left ?

I presume you talk for Houxin/037-IG and Houjian/037-II in service 20 and 6. Have 24 years may last long enough.

Where is the thread here for missile boats/light corvettes ?

Another launch from HD

asif iqbal said:

Another launch from HD

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Looks like the rear side portals have been enlarged compared with the earlier builds.

New Type 056 at HP

25th Type 056 launched

asif iqbal said:

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This picture offers a nice clear view from behind of the taller "solid railing" on the roof of the bridge.

No question a great corvette and also a great export success !

25 units in 3 years averaging just over 8 units per year