Appendix 2: ANZAC Ship Baseline Characteristics

a range of 6000 nautical miles at 18 knots with no fuel remaining;

a minimum endurance for logistic supplies of 30 days;

a propulsion system consisting of two cruise diesel engines and a gas turbine capable of a maximum speed of at least 27 knots and capable of continuous slow speed operation down to 5 knots in calm seas;

sea keeping qualities that will enable weapon, crew, sensor, replenishment and helicopter operations in sea state 5;

the ability to operate and hangar the Seahawk helicopter, and to maintain a medium sized (up to 10,000kg) helicopter including a simple helicopter securing and traversing system;

reduced magnetic, acoustic, radar and infra red signature levels; and

damage control measures to combat flood, fire, smoke and shock.