The Brazilian Navy has achieved a significant milestone in its fleet modernisation programme with the launch of the first Tamandaré-class frigate, named F200 Tamandaré on 9 August 2024 at the ThyssenKrupp Estaleiro Brasil Sul shipyard in Santa Catarina.
The frigates are a crucial element of the Brazilian Navy’s Corvettes Class Programme (CCT), aimed at enhancing national territorial defence and safeguarding the country’s extensive natural resources.
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With the launch of the F200 Tamandaré, the CCT programme is on target to have the first in class vessel operational in 2024, with the remaining vessels scheduled for delivery by 2029. These frigates will play a vital role in Brazil’s defence strategy, ensuring the security of the Blue Amazon and enhancing the Navy’s ability to respond to both conventional and asymmetric threats in its maritime domain.
Based on the MEKO A100 design, the Tamandaré-class frigates are multi-mission vessels, featuring a displacement of 3,500 tonnes, a length of 107.2 metres (m), and a draft of 5.2m. The ships incorporate stealth characteristics to minimise radar signature and are designed for a variety of operational roles, including escort duties, maritime traffic protection, and humanitarian missions.
The Tamandaré-class frigates, developed by the Águas Azuis consortium—comprising Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, Embraer Defense & Security, and Atech—are designed to bolster Brazil’s naval capabilities in the strategic Blue Amazon region, which encompasses over 4.5 million square kilometres of maritime territory.
Each frigate is equipped with advanced weaponry and sensor systems. The primary air defence system is the Sea Ceptor missile system, integrated with the Common Anti-air Modular Missile (CAMM), offering comprehensive self-defence and local area air defence capabilities. The ships also feature MANSUP anti-ship missiles, Mark 46 anti-submarine torpedoes, and a range of naval guns, including the Leonardo OTO Melara SRGM 76/62mm.
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By GlobalDataThe construction of the Tamandaré-class frigates represents a significant technological and industrial achievement for Brazil, with a high degree of domestically produced local content, consisting of over 30% of the first ship, and 40% of subsequent ships. The initiative also involves a substantial transfer of naval engineering technology, positioning Brazil as a key player in military shipbuilding.
The sensor suite includes state-of-the-art radars such as the Raytheon X- and S-band radars, Hensoldt TRS-4D surveillance radar, and the Thales STIR fire-control radar. The frigates are also outfitted with the Atlas Elektronik ASO 713 hull-mounted sonar and Safran’s Paseo XLR optronic sights, enhancing their ability to detect and engage various threats in complex maritime environments.
Propulsion for the Tamandaré is provided by a two-shaft system integrating MAN and Caterpillar diesel engines, allowing the frigates to achieve a maximum speed of 28 knots. The ships also feature L3 MAPPS’ integrated platform management system, which monitors and controls onboard equipment, ensuring efficient operation.
