HMS Penelope (1962)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Penelope
- Launch Year
- 1962
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Leander-class frigate
- Launched
- 1962
- Commissioned
- 1962
- Armament
- Missiles and naval guns
- Propulsion
- Gas turbine / diesel
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Cold War and modern service
- Fate
- Active / Decommissioned
- Status
- Active
HMS Penelope (1962) was a Royal Navy frigate.
Service History
HMS Penelope served as part of the Royal Navy escort fleet.
Historical Significance
HMS Penelope represents Cold War to modern frigate development.