FF(X)
 Rendering of the Legend-class cutter based FF(X) frigate | |
| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Builders | Huntington Ingalls Industries |
| Operators | File:Flag of the United States.svg United States Navy (projected) |
| Preceded by | Constellation class |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Frigate |
FF(X) is the designation for a class of frigates intended for the United States Navy based on the National Security Cutter in service with the United States Coast Guard. The program was announced on December 19, 2025, and the ships will be built by Huntington Ingalls Industries.[1]
Development
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On November 25, 2025, Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan announced the cancellation of the Constellation-class frigate program beyond the first two hulls, citing the need to build ships at a faster rate.[2]
The FF(X) program was announced on December 19, 2025, in social media posts by Phelan and Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Daryl Caudle.[1] The program's objective is to have the first ship in the water by 2028.[3]
Design
[edit | edit source]Changes from the original NSC design include the construction of a platform above the stern boat deck for modular payloads and unmanned systems.[3] A prominent "shelf"-like platform is also visible in the released rendering located in the forward superstructure behind the main gun. It is speculated to be a space for a VLS system.[4]
References
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