27.05.2011
Text: Press Service of JSC Zelenodolsk Shipyard
Photo: Gepard 3.9 class frigate. Press Service of JSC Zelenodolsk Shipyard
After successful sea- and acceptance trials, the second Gepard 3.9 class ship built by Zelenodolsk Shipyard was sent to the orderer.
The ship was loaded aboard the special-purpose transport vessel
Eide Transporter on May 25 and shipped to Vietnam on May 26. Estimated duration of the cruise is 65 days.
As was earlier reported, all mechanisms, systems, and armament of the ship conform to the contract specifications and technical design.
The ship has improved navigability, maneuverability, dynamism, steering capabilities, and longer cruising range. The interior design was also changed with regard to the orderer's wishes expressed after the first frigate's delivery. According to experts, the second ship is more serviceable and easier to operate.
