HMAS Perth (FFH 157) is an Anzac-class frigate of the Royal Australian Navy, commissioned in 2006 and notable as the last ship of its class to be completed. Built by Tenix Defence, the vessel was assembled from six hull modules and six superstructure modules, with the superstructure fabricated in Whangarei, New Zealand, and the hull modules constructed in Williamstown and Newcastle, Australia. Launched on 20 March 2004, Perth was commissioned in Fremantle, Western Australia, on 26 August 2006. The vessel measures 118 meters (387 feet) in overall length and has a beam of 14.8 meters (49 feet). Its full load displacement is approximately 3,810 tons, with a draught of 4.35 meters (14.3 feet). Perth employs a CODOG propulsion system, featuring a General Electric LM2500-30 gas turbine producing 30,172 horsepower and two MTU 12V1163 TB83 diesel engines, enabling a maximum speed of 27 knots and a range exceeding 6,000 nautical miles at 18 knots. Armament includes a 5-inch 54 caliber Mark 45 gun, an eight-cell Mark 41 vertical launch system for missiles such as RIM-7 Sea Sparrow and RIM-162 Evolved Sea Sparrow, two 12.7 mm machine guns, and two Mark 32 triple torpedo tubes initially firing Mark 46 torpedoes, later upgraded to MU90 Impact torpedoes. The ship was designed for additional weapons systems, including Harpoon anti-ship missiles and a Phalanx close-in weapon system, but some were not installed. In 2010-2011, Perth underwent a significant upgrade to enhance its anti-ship missile defense capabilities, including the installation of phased array radars (CEAFAR and CEAMOUNT), infrared search and track systems, and other advanced sensors. This upgrade increased its full load displacement and mast height, making Perth one of the tallest ships in the RAN. Throughout its service, Perth has participated in notable operations, including deployments to the Middle East and participation in the 2013 International Fleet Review. It also served as a testbed for missile defense enhancements and hosted embarked helicopters such as the MH-60R Seahawk. From late 2018, the vessel underwent further midlife upgrades, with plans for sea trials in 2021 following crew reassignments. Perth's maritime significance lies in its role as a versatile, modern frigate capable of multi-mission operations within the RAN fleet.

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