Indonesia’s naval modernization has gained significant momentum with the launch of KRI Balaputradewa-322, the nation’s first locally built Arrowhead 140-class frigate.
The vessel spans 140 meters (459 feet) in length, 19.8 meters (65 feet) in width, and displaces around 6,000 tons at standard load.
Powered by a CODAD (Combined Diesel and Diesel) propulsion system, it can reach speeds of up to 28 knots (32 miles/52 kilometers per hour).
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