Ship Record

HMS Broadsword (F88)

Learn about HMS Broadsword (F88) in Royal Navy history.

HMS Broadsword was a Royal Navy frigate of the type 22 frigate.

Service History

HMS Broadsword served as a frigate and is chiefly associated with falklands war service.

Historical Significance

HMS Broadsword contributes to the history of the Royal Navy’s frigate force and the development of type 22 frigate.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Broadsword
Launch Year: 1976
Type: Frigate
Class: Type 22 frigate
Pennant Number: F88
Launched: 1976
Built at: Yarrow
Commissioned: 1979
Armament: Missiles guns and ASW weapons
Propulsion: Gas turbines
Role: Frigate
Notable for: Falklands War service
Fate: Transferred then decommissioned
Status: Decommissioned