The ROCS Tuo Chiang-class is a modern class of stealth missile corvettes operated by the Republic of China Navy (Taiwan). Designed primarily for rapid strike, littoral combat, and asymmetric warfare strategies, these vessels emphasize high speed, stealth characteristics, and formidable firepower in a compact hull. Tuo Chiang-class corvettes feature a distinctive wave-piercing catamaran design that provides excellent stability, agility, and reduced radar cross-section. With a length of approximately 60 meters and displacement around 685 tons fully loaded, the ships can reach speeds upwards of 40 knots. This design allows for operations close to shorelines, as well as swift deployment and withdrawal in contested maritime environments. Armament includes a robust suite of anti-ship missiles, notably the indigenous Hsiung Feng II and Hsiung Feng III missiles capable of subsonic and supersonic
Source: China’s Nightmare: Taiwan’s Advanced Stealth Corvette Fleet
