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BAE Systems’ Naval Gun Selected for U.S. Navy’s New Constellation-Class Frigates

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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BAE Systems has received a $26 million contract to equip the U.S. Navys Constellation class frigates with the fully-automatic 57mm Mk 110 naval gun.

Key Points: 
  • BAE Systems has received a $26 million contract to equip the U.S. Navys Constellation class frigates with the fully-automatic 57mm Mk 110 naval gun.
  • The new Constellation class of multi-mission guided-missile frigates is designed to operate in blue water and in the littorals, for an increased forward naval presence.
  • (Photo: BAE Systems)
    The Mk 110 gun system, known internationally as the Bofors 57 Mk 3, is the deck gun of choice for the Constellation class.
  • Deliveries are expected to begin in 2023 under the contract with Naval Sea Systems Command Integrated Warfare Systems 3C (NAVSEA IWS).