Malaysia to upgrade Lekiu-class frigates’ anti-ship missile systems
![]() |
The Naval Strike Missile from Kongsberg Defense. Photo c/o Kongsberg. |
The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) is planning to replace the anti-ship missile system aboard their two Lekiu-class frigates as part of modernization efforts.
The ships, the KD Lekiu (FFG30) and KD Jebat (FFG29) currently have the MBDA MM40 Exocet Block 2 anti-ship missiles, which have been in service since 1999 when both ships entered service with the RMN.
No information was confirmed but British defense media outlet Janes, through its sources, believe that the RMN would select the Kongsberg Naval Strike Missile (NSM), which are the same as those scheduled for installation in the upcoming Maharaja Lela-class littoral combat ships (LCS).
Due to the delay on the construction of the new LCS, the missiles and launchers intended for them will be installed on the older frigates instead.
The Naval Strike Missile is touted as more technologically advanced than other existing subsonic anti-ship missiles in the global market due to its maneuverability that allows for high survivability against enemy defenses, as well as improved stealth capabilities.
The missiles would also allow commonality considering the RMN already selected the Naval Strike Missile for its future combat ships.
[1] Janes

No comments