RIMPAC 2008

18 July 2008
HMAS ANZAC Missile 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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"Bird Away" as the crew of HMAS ANZAC launch an Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) during the extensive combined operations at sea during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 13 July 2008)
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"Missile Away" as the crew of HMAS ANZAC launch an Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) during the extensive combined operations at sea during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 13 July 2008)
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"Missile Away" as the crew of HMAS ANZAC launch an Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) during the extensive combined operations at sea during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 13 July 2008)
low-res | high-res