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RFA Fort Austin (A386)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
RFA Fort Austin
Launch Year
1978
Type
Auxiliary Ship
Class
Fort-class replenishment ship
Pennant Number
A386
Launched
1978
Built at
Swan Hunter
Commissioned
1979
Armament
Light defensive weapons
Propulsion
Diesel engines
Role
Fleet replenishment
Notable for
Stores and support ship
Fate
Decommissioned 2021
Status
Decommissioned

RFA Fort Austin was a Royal Navy or Royal Fleet Auxiliary auxiliary ship associated with fort-class replenishment ship.

Service History

RFA Fort Austin served in fleet replenishment duties and is known for stores and support ship.

Historical Significance

RFA Fort Austin illustrates the often overlooked logistical and amphibious backbone of British naval power.