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RFA Wave Ruler (A390)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
RFA Wave Ruler
Launch Year
2001
Type
Fleet Tanker
Class
Wave-class tanker
Pennant Number
A390
Launched
2001
Built at
Vickers Shipbuilding
Commissioned
2003
Armament
Light defensive weapons
Propulsion
Diesel engines
Role
Fleet tanker
Notable for
Modern replenishment tanker
Fate
Active
Status
In service

RFA Wave Ruler was a Royal Navy or Royal Fleet Auxiliary fleet tanker associated with wave-class tanker.

Service History

RFA Wave Ruler served in fleet tanker duties and is known for modern replenishment tanker.

Historical Significance

RFA Wave Ruler illustrates the often overlooked logistical and amphibious backbone of British naval power.