MilitaryAlmirante Gastao Motta
Replenishment Oilerconfirmed
The Almirante Gastão Motta (G23) is a replenishment oiler operated by the Brazilian Navy. It is designed to provide logistical support, specifically liquid and light solid cargo, to naval task forces at sea. The vessel plays a crucial role in extending the operational range and endurance of Brazilian fleet deployments.
Specifications
| Type | Replenishment Oiler |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Manufacturer | Ishikawajima do Brasil Estaleiros (Ishibras) |
| Introduced | 1991 |
| Status | In service |
| Displacement | 10,320 |
| Length | 135 |
| Crew | 121 |
| Speed | 15 |
| Range | 10,000 |
History
Ordered in the late 1980s to replace aging tankers, the ship was constructed in Rio de Janeiro and launched in 1990. She was officially commissioned into active service in November 1991. Throughout her career, the vessel has participated in numerous multinational naval exercises and routine patrol support missions. She remains active in the Brazilian Navy as a vital component of its auxiliary fleet.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | confirmed |
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