Ships

Naval power and prowess

The Royal Navy can call upon an arsenal of warships and weaponry to meet any challenge. From aircraft carriers and assault ships to agile patrol boats and survey vessels, our ships are ready and capable.

Aircraft Carriers

The largest and most advanced warships ever built for the Royal Navy, HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales are the nation's flagships.

Queen Elizabeth Class

Landing Platform Dock Vessels

Agile assault vessels that land Royal Marines and their equipment ashore by air and sea.

Albion Class

Destroyers

The backbone of the Royal Navy, whether they’re hunting pirates or delivering humanitarian aid.

Daring Class

Frigates

Built for submarine hunting, these adaptable ships are now the versatile workhorse of the fleet.

Inspiration Class

Duke Class

City Class

Royal Fleet Auxiliary Vessels

The support team, from tankers and stores to floating hospitals, mechanics and amphibious landing docks.

Wave Class

Tide Class

Bay Class

Casualty Ship

Patrol & Mine Countermeasures Vessels

A fast and specialised fleet of ships who work to keep our waters and shipping lanes safe for all.

Hunt Class

Sandown Class

Scimitar Class

River Class

Archer Class

Survey Vessels

Exploring the waters of the world to keep our maps and intelligence up-to-date.

Echo Class