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Hangzhou (RUS Project 956E (Sovremenny III))

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Hangzhou (RUS Project 956E (Sovremenny III))

The Hangzhou (DDG-136) is a Project 956E Sovremenny-class destroyer, originally built for the Russian Navy but sold to China. It serves as a multi-role warship in the People's Liberation Army Navy, primarily designed for anti-ship and anti-aircraft warfare.

Specifications

TypeDestroyer
OriginRussia
ManufacturerSevernaya Verf
Introduced1999
StatusIn service
Speed59 km/h
Range7,200 km
Crew350
Weight7,900 t

History

Built by Severnaya Verf in Russia, this destroyer was launched in 1999 and subsequently entered service with the People's Liberation Army Navy.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
China2confirmed

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