Two RNZN Frigates have been Fitted with SeaCeptor Missile

28 Maret 20231

MBDA SeaCeptor medium surface-to-air missile (image : RNZN)

The MBDA SeaCeptor surface-to-air missile system has been fitted to HMNZS Te Kaha and HMNZS Te Mana as part of their frigate systems upgrade.

This is what it offers:

➡️ It's designed to respond to sophisticated missile and aircraft attacks

➡️ The missile travels at Mach 3 (3,704kph)

➡️ It has an effective range of between 1 - 25kms

➡️ The missile is 3.2 metres long and is fitted with a 10kg warhead.

Representatives from MBDA, Chilean Navy, Royal Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy, Royal Canadian Navy and Brazilian Navy attend this event (photo : RNZN)

Representatives of navies that use the SeaCeptor met at the Devonport Naval Base this week to sign an MOU on the sharing of information on the weapon system.

This level of cooperation is critical to improve the system’s operational effectiveness, and achieve long-term reductions in cost of ownership and support through a community of interest.

(RNZN)