IT FREMM-EVO is coming soon.

IT FREMM-EVO is the latest modification of the Italian FREMM-class frigates, designed for maximum passive defense against air and underwater threats. The ship is equipped with advanced defense systems capable of automatic targeting fire, allowing the crew to fully concentrate on attacking actions and maneuvers. The design includes modernized radar systems, advanced electronic warfare and enhanced survivability, making it one of the most technologically advanced frigates in its class.

Let's get to know it better!

Armament:

1. Teseo MK2/E missile battery [2x1]

2. OTO Leonardo (127 mm) cannon [2x1]

3. LIONFISH RWS cannon (30 mm) [2x1]🔒

4. Bofors M/50F grenade launcher (375 mm) [4x1]🔒

5. RAH-66 Comanche helicopter [1x1]

6. MPLS autocannon [2x1]🔒

7. Sea RAM air defense [3x1]

8. Aster 30 Block 1NT air defense [1x1] 🔒

This frigate is one of the most versatile in its class due to the presence of practically all types of attack and defense weapons. Meanwhile, it is worth noting that this ship will show itself quite well in almost any scenario during a command battle, and will especially stand out in the fight against enemy submarines.

The new Italian frigate has 2 types of guns at once. The main caliber in the form of 2 OTO Leonardo guns (which, however, can be replaced by any other) are suitable for defeating enemy ships at medium and long ranges. The auxiliary caliber is represented by small-caliber automatic cannons LIONFISH RWS, capable of both killing the enemy ship and successfully destroying the attacking aircraft. This seriously increases the ship's resistance to air attacks in addition to the ship's air defense systems.

Touching on the topic of air defense of the ship it is worth noting the presence of all-weather Aster 30 Block 1NT SAM for long range, as well as 3 Sea RAM points, which can be replaced by another available air defense system. At first glance it seems that the air defense forces of this ship may be inferior to its analogs. However, if during the battle skillfully alternate the use of auxiliary caliber to destroy aircraft and anti-missile traps, the available air defenses should be more than enough to intercept a significant number of enemy missiles.

Special attention should be paid to the equipment of the ship for anti-submarine operations. In addition to rather good in characteristics 4 Swedish Bofors M/50F grenade launchers, the frigate is equipped with... Autocannons? Yes, MPLS autocannons instead of the classic for its class cannon fire are capable of hitting such underwater targets as submarines and even torpedoes. In fact, the installation automatically fires 3 torpedoes at underwater targets, which multiplies the defense of the ship not only against an enemy submarine lurking on the bottom, but also against approaching enemy submarines.

There is also a place traditionally located in the stern of the hull for a multi-purpose helicopter RAH-66 Comanche, capable of hitting underwater targets with torpedoes, as well as to attack approaching aircraft with their missiles. It can be replaced by any other available helicopter.

What is the IT FREMM-EVO in our game?

Unlike its class counterparts, this frigate is more suitable for players who prefer to focus less on the use of missile batteries, instead actively alternating between cannons and grenade launchers. In general, the gameplay on the ship can be compared to some extent with German frigates FGS F124 and FGS F125 - maneuverable flank attacks or support of stronger allies will be the main tactics even for not the most experienced commander. However, the most important advantage of the Italian frigate will be its autocannons. They are able to detect and hit both submarines underwater and enemy torpedoes attacking you more than successfully in automatic mode. This helps a lot in a massive torpedo attack or hunting for an enemy submarine hidden in the abyss of the sea. In the latter case, you can even leave no chance for the submarine to do any damage to you without using the grenade launcher.

However, it is worth considering the ship's not the most outstanding air defense. If you don't use anti-missile traps in time or ignore the aircraft attacking you, you will feel the strength of your ship disappear pretty quickly. Also, don't rely entirely on your autocannons when fighting submarines. If the submarine surfaces, the units will stop attacking it and will focus only on enemy torpedoes. It should also be noted that the targets for autocannons are only torpedoes and submarines underwater. Other surface ships may not be afraid of this threat.

What's the bottom line? The frigate IT FREMM-EVO is capable of becoming the most dangerous surface target for underwater hunters, but at the same time for surface targets it will be more or less a standard opponent, the danger from which depends purely on the skills of its commander and his chosen battle tactics!