Maya (Atago mod)
Destroyerconfirmed
The Maya-class is an advanced class of guided-missile destroyers of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, built as an improved derivative of the Atago-class. It incorporates the Aegis Baseline J7 system and Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) for enhanced air and missile defense capabilities.
Specifications
| Type | Destroyer |
| Origin | Japan |
| Manufacturer | Japan Marine United Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Introduced | 2020 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 56 km/h |
| Crew | 300 |
| Weight | 10,250 t |
History
Developed in Japan by Japan Marine United Corporation and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, it entered service in 2020 as an evolution of the Atago-class destroyers.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | 2 | confirmed |
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