Russia Karakurt Fleet Update
Russia - Navy
| Date | Aug. 26, 2024 |
| Country | Russia |
| Force | Navy |
| Conflict | Russia-Ukraine War |
| Ship Class | Karakurt |
| Ship Name | Amur |
| Event | Commissioned (+1) |
Description
Karakurt-class (Project 22800) small missile ship commissioned on 26 August 2024 at a ceremony in Kaspiysk. Armed with eight Kalibr-NK cruise missiles, Pantsir-M air defense system, and a 76mm AK-176MA gun, the 800-tonne corvette was built at the Pella shipyard. The Karakurt class has become the backbone of Russia's new small combatant construction program, with multiple units under construction at various shipyards. Amur's commissioning helped offset the loss of sister ship Tsiklon, destroyed by ATACMS missiles three months earlier.
Source: navaltoday.com