Given that the Badr was launched in May 22 and the ship's status in this photograph, it would appear that this image dates from the final quarter of 2021.
One word (corruption) .... Commission from foreign buyers (Nissan UD/Hino etc) ...
It was an excellent Vehicle, if I remember correctly there were few more models of different categories.
How latest this picture is ??
Badr was launched in last May'22
https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-launches-babur-class-corvette-pns-badr-in-karachi-1.88031591
Dear, Babur induction will be finished by the end of 2024, and KWES has two construction platforms working together as well as a dry dock, and all three of these are capable of handling the construction of Jinnah's.
In addition, KWES completed Badar (281) in less than 2 years after it was laid...
To dispel any assumptions, I would cite an ex-CNS statement that said the heavier tonnage class project of six ships would begin from 2025. If we accept your explanation, then why are there so many plans and purchases of various systems for just a few?
Six were initially intended, however...
Aren't we in the same situation as in previous decades, yet despite our fragile economic situation, we were nonetheless able to manage a number of procurements.
I believe that the usual hysteria needs to stop.
We have the Damen OPVs as the ideal illustration of how PN acquired armaments from the first batch of ships to the second batch of ships, in addition to the Babur class. Thanks to NG CAMM- ER's tremendous success, which greatly complements PN.
Therefore, the Jinnah class would be equipped with...
As I mentioned in my earlier post, I'm not from that league; therefore, if you can't speak logically and ethically, you should probably go learn that.
Even though I did not lean that way, the simple question of why the quota system was developed remains unanswered.
I could debate you for pages, but I'm not in that league.
We all know how games are played in Pakistan, therefore it would be better to just agree to disagree.
"Hard work" don't make me laugh.
In my opinion, the following describes the PN surface fleet in the next 7 to 8 years based on recent events, including the development of two additional 2.5K OPVs and more in-depth information about Jinnah class weapon packages/EW suites & technical details.
4X Zulfiqar class frigates (F22p)...
According to estimates, PN owns 8 ATR 72 aircraft, numbered 72 through 79, with the fourth aircraft, #76, already in Germany for MPA modification.
It is unknown if PN will also change the configuration of the other 4 units to MPA.
According to estimates, PN owns 8 ATR 72 aircraft, numbered 72 through 79, with the fourth aircraft, #76, already in Germany for MPA modification.
It is unknown if PN will also change the configuration of the other 4 units to MPA.
There are unconfirmed rumors that the number of Jinnah class ships might increase to 8 rather than 6, based on the success of Damen OPVs and Milgem corvettes with said packages.
Let's wait and see what happens.
Rumors were that ZDK03s would be upgraded to KJ500 standards but no confirmation...
Further, same sources claimed that PAF is in talks with SAAB to upgrade Erieys to Global Eye but again no confirmation...
PS: This is the same source that claimed that PN will order 2 additional Damen OPVs...
I believe PN has 8 ATR 72 aircraft & 4th unit is already in the conversion phase to MPA in Germany, However, it's not known if PN will convert the remaining 4 units to MPA configuration too.