KRI Brawijaya & Prabu Siliwangi, Kapal Perang Baru Indonesia Terbesar

Lycma Mil-Tech
1 Feb 202509:41

Summary

TLDRIndonesia is set to strengthen its naval fleet with two advanced warships, KRI Brawijaya and KRI Prabu Siliwangi. These ships, former Italian Navy vessels, are equipped with a combined diesel and gas turbine engine system, making them fast and efficient. With a full displacement of 6,270 tons, they will be the largest warships in Indonesia’s fleet. The ships feature modern sensors, radar systems, and a variety of armaments. Expected to arrive in 2025, these vessels will play a critical role in enhancing Indonesia's maritime defense capabilities.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Indonesia's new warships, KRI Brawijaya and KRI Prabu Siliwangi, are the largest in the country's fleet.
  • 😀 These ships are repurposed from the Italian Navy, previously known as Marcantonio Colonna and Rogerio di Lauria.
  • 😀 The ships were purchased for €1.18 billion (approximately 20 trillion rupiah), funded by BNP Paribas.
  • 😀 The KRI Brawijaya and KRI Prabu Siliwangi will be delivered to Indonesia in 2025 after crew training.
  • 😀 These ships are powered by a Combined Diesel and Gas (CODAG) propulsion system, offering speeds up to 32 knots (59 km/h).
  • 😀 With a full displacement of 6,270 tons, the ships are 143 meters long and 16 meters wide, making them significantly larger than other Indonesian ships.
  • 😀 The ships are equipped with advanced radar systems, including AESA radar, infrared sensors, and sonar for various operational needs.
  • 😀 Armament includes 127mm and 76mm Otomelara cannons, 25mm close-defense cannons, and a vertical launch system (VLS) for missiles.
  • 😀 The ships can carry helicopters, with space for up to two AS565 Panther helicopters, though the helicopters were not included in the purchase.
  • 😀 The crew size for these ships ranges from 90 to 120 personnel, with the maximum capacity of 203 personnel for special missions like transporting marines.

Q & A

  • What are the names of the two new warships added to the Indonesian Navy?

    -The two new warships are named KRI Brawijaya and KRI Prabu Siliwangi.

  • What distinguishes these ships in terms of size within the Indonesian Navy?

    -These ships are the largest warships currently in the Indonesian Navy, with the KRI Brawijaya and KRI Prabu Siliwangi measuring 143 meters in length.

  • Why were the names Brawijaya and Prabu Siliwangi chosen for these new ships?

    -These names were chosen to revive a class of ships previously named after royal figures from Indonesia's pre-colonial era.

  • Where were these warships purchased from, and what was their previous service history?

    -The warships were purchased from Italy and were previously part of the Italian Navy, where they were known as Marcantonio Colonna and Rogerio di Lauria.

  • What propulsion system is used by the KRI Brawijaya and KRI Prabu Siliwangi?

    -The ships use a CODAG (Combined Diesel and Gas) propulsion system, consisting of one gas turbine engine and two diesel engines.

  • What is the maximum speed of these warships when using all engines?

    -When using the full CODAG system, the ships can reach a maximum speed of 32 knots (about 59 km/h).

  • What sensors and radars are equipped on these ships?

    -The ships are equipped with AESA radar, air and surface surveillance radar, navigation radar, fire control radar, IRST, IFF devices, and various electronic warfare systems such as RECM and RESM.

  • How many crew members are needed for the operation of these ships?

    -The number of crew members depends on the variant: 90 for the light variant and 120 for the full variant. In special cases, the ship can accommodate up to 203 personnel.

  • What kind of armament do these ships have?

    -The ships are armed with a 127mm cannon, a 76mm Otomelara cannon, 2 25mm cannons for close defense, and a vertical launch system (VLS) for missiles.

  • Will the ships be delivered with missiles included in the package?

    -No, the purchase contract does not include missiles, and it remains unclear what types of missiles will be installed for Indonesian service.

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