The multipurpose first-rank frigate "Marshal Shaposhnikov" (project 1155M) of the Pacific Fleet repelled an attack by drones and unmanned boats (BEC) at a training ground in the Sea of Japan. This was reported in the press service of the fleet.

 "Marshal Shaposhnikov"
 "Marshal Shaposhnikov"
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During tactical exercises, the frigate's crew hit surface and sea drones from the 30-mm shipborne automatic artillery mount AK-630M and 12.7-mm large-caliber machine guns. The sailors practiced throwing hand grenades, firing from a underwater pistol and a underwater machine gun from the board at a floating object.

After that, the frigate suppressed a coastal target from a 100-mm artillery mount AK-190M. The press service of the fleet noted the high level of readiness of the military personnel.

Characteristics of the frigate "Marshal Shaposhnikov":

  • Full displacement - 7480 tons
  • Length - 163 m
  • Width - 19 m
  • Draft - 7.8 m
  • Maximum speed - 30 knots
  • Navigation autonomy - 30 days
  • Crew - 220 people

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