Visby-class corvette "HSwMS HELSINGBORG (K32)"

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Visby-class corvette "HSwMS HELSINGBORG (K32)"

Let's step away from sailing ships for a moment.

Good evening to all modelers, especially those passionate about modern warships.
I hope you enjoy these photos of a modern Swedish corvette.
Its distinctive lines are the result of stealth geometry.
Beyond the pleasure of viewing such a vessel, these photos might also prove useful to a modeler in the future.

This is the K32 Helsingborg, a Visby-class corvette.
You can find all the technical details online if you are interested.

Here is a brief description for those who prefer not to browse the web:
Class: Visby
Builder: Kockums (Malmö, Sweden)
Launched: June 27, 2003
Commissioned: December 19, 2009
Length: 72.7 meters
Displacement: Approximately 640–650 tonnes
Top speed: Over 35 knots
Crew: 50–60 personnel
Operational role
Surface warfare: Naval attack and defense
Anti-submarine warfare: Submarine detection and engagement
Mine countermeasures: Mine clearance and neutralization

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HSwMS_Helsingborg_(K32)
https://www.marinevesseltraffic.com/vessels/HSwMS-Helsingborg-(K32)/CURRENT-POSITION/1/265897000#google_vignette
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