Leander-class frigate
Quick Facts
- Type
- Frigate
- Operator
- Royal Navy
- Era
- Cold War
- In Service
- 1963–1992
- Number Built
- 26
- Notable Ships
- HMS Leander, HMS Cleopatra
- Notable For
- Versatile Cold War frigate class
The Leander-class frigates were among the most important Royal Navy warship classes of the Cold War, designed for versatility in anti-submarine and general escort roles.