INS Taragiri Delivered: 4th Project 17A Stealth Frigate
Why in the news
The Navy took delivery of INS Taragiri from Mazagon Dock, adding one more multi-mission stealth frigate to the Project 17A line-up.
Key facts
- Role: multi-mission combat platform with better stealth, firepower, automation and survivability.
- Stealth: lowered radar, acoustic and infrared signatures.
- Propulsion: Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) with controllable pitch propellers (CPP).
Project 17A ships
| No. | Project 17A ship | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | INS Nilgiri | Listed |
| 2 | INS Himgiri | Listed |
| 3 | INS Udaygiri | Listed |
| 4 | INS Taragiri | Delivered |
| 5 | INS Dunagiri | Upcoming |
Exam angle
- Shipyard: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, Mumbai.
- Propulsion type: CODOG.
- Upcoming in the series: INS Dunagiri.