(scene of the sinking of the "Suketai")
data shows that the "Suketai" is the second ship of the Radanagoxin class frigate. This class of frigate was built by the Tacoma Shipyard in the United States. The displacement of the first ship "Radnagoxin" is about 960 tons. Due to the limited hull specifications, this class of ships is only equipped with basic weapons, and its main equipment is the "Harpoon" anti-ship missile launch system and the "Vird" air defense missile system. The Thai Navy confirmed that this time, huge waves appeared in the sinking waters of the "Sukothy". It is estimated that the huge waves caused a large amount of sea water to pour into the cabin, causing the power system to fail, the hull to tilt, and eventually the warship to sink.
("Suketai" light frigate)
It is worth noting that after the accident of the "Suketai", the Thai Navy responded quickly and organized other warships to rescue quickly. finally approached the "Suketai" before sinking. The frigate made in China was the 053T (H) frigate No. 3 exported to Thailand, with a full load displacement of nearly 2,000 tons. Compared with the Sukhothai, the Kraburi has a larger hull and more complete equipment, so it can launch rescue in the waters where the incident occurred and successfully rescue most of the personnel.
(the information image of the "Kraburi" released by the Thai Navy)
053T type frigate was launched in the water and served in the 1990s. It was only a little later than the American-made Radhana Gorhin-class frigate, but it is obvious that the quality of the two is completely different. The advantages of the "Kraburi" are not only large in size, but also have a stronger hull design, which can be said to be strong and durable. Moreover, this class of ships is very comprehensive, with multiple main and secondary naval guns s, two sets of four-unit "Eagle Strike" C-801 anti-ship missile launch systems, as well as other anti-submarine s and air defense weapons s configured as required, and even carrier-based helicopter s.
(053T series frigate)
Facts have proved that the Thai Navy's choice of the 053T frigate is completely the right choice. When the Tacoma Shipyard in the United States took over Thailand's orders, it was already on the verge of bankruptcy. I don't know why Thailand chose his frigate. After building the Ladanagoxin-class frigate, the American shipyard soon embarked on the road to bankruptcy. If Thailand wants to go to the United States for an explanation at this time, it must be unaware of who to ask for advice.
(Chinese frigate bought by Thailand)
Thailand chooses Chinese warships, not only with guaranteed quality, but also with excellent logistics services. In fact, Chinese warships account for a large proportion of Thailand's naval fleet. Recently, the 20,000-ton displacement 071E dock landing ship built by for Thailand has also completed trial voyages and is expected to be delivered to the Thai Navy soon. The order was signed in 2019. It has only been a few years since China has been preparing to deliver the goods, which shows how efficient we are.
(The 071E dock landing ship completed sea trial voyage)
However, there are reports that the Thai Navy has recently complained about the S26T submarine provided by China, mainly because Thailand questioned whether the CHD620 diesel engine of the S26T submarine is reliable. It turned out that the S26T submarine used the German MTU396 engine, but Germany could not grab Thailand's orders, so it held a grudge against not providing the engine. China decided to use the upgraded version of the CHD620 diesel engine as an alternative.
(S26T submarine model solution)
In fact, S26T submarine uses German engines, which is just in response to Thailand's requirements. China's engine solution can still meet the usage requirements. Especially this time the US-made warships sank and the Chinese warships successfully rescued, which further shows that the ship solution provided by China is fully competent for the task. There is actually no need for Thailand to continue to find reasons to procrastinate. What China can provide may not be provided by others.
