RIMPAC 2008

18 July 2008
HMAS ANZAC 5 inch firing

HMAS ANZAC is the first of her class and a modern warship, capable of operating in a multi-threat environment. ANZAC’s design is based on the German Meko 200 Class that uses modular construction methods.

ANZAC is fitted with an advanced package of air surveillance radars; hull mounted sonar and electronic support systems that interface with state-of-the-art weapons systems. ANZAC’s armament comprises a five-inch gun, Harpoon missiles, Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles (ESSM) and ship launched Torpedoes. Multi-role Sikorsky S-70B-2 Seahawk helicopters can be embarked to enhance anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare capabilities.

ANZAC is the third Royal Australian Navy ship to carry the name of an Australian legend.

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"Engage" is the call as the crew of HMAS ANZAC fire their 5 inch Mk45 automatic rapid fire gun during the extensive combined operations at sea for Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 11 July 2008)
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"Engage" is the call as the crew of HMAS ANZAC fire their 5 inch Mk45 automatic rapid fire gun during the extensive combined operations at sea for Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 11 July 2008)
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"Engage" is the call as the crew of HMAS ANZAC fire their 5 inch Mk45 automatic rapid fire gun during the extensive combined operations at sea for Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 11 July 2008)
low-res | high-res