List of current German frigates
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This is a list of frigates currently in service with the German Navy.
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General purpose frigates, 130m/3680t, in service since 1982
Einsatzflottille 2 (flotilla), 4. Fregattengeschwader (frigate squadron), Wilhelmshaven:
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ASW frigates, 139m/4900t, in service since 1994
Einsatzflottille 2, 2. Fregattengeschwader, Wilhelmshaven:
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AAW frigates, 143m/5690t, in service since 2004
Einsatzflottille 2, 2. Fregattengeschwader, Wilhelmshaven:
4 Multi-purpose frigates, optimized for long expeditionary peacemaking/peacekeeping missions, 149,5m/ 7200t, 4 planned to replace the F122 Bremen class
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