Ship Record

HMS Ocean (L12)

Learn about HMS Ocean.

HMS Ocean served as the Royal Navy’s primary helicopter carrier.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Ocean
Type: Amphibious Assault Ship
Class: Helicopter carrier
Pennant Number: L12
Launched: 1995
Built at: Vickers Shipbuilding
Commissioned: 1998
Armament: Helicopters
Propulsion: Diesel engines
Role: Helicopter assault ship
Notable for: Primary helicopter carrier
Fate: Sold to Brazil 2018
Status: Decommissioned

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