FFG171 Mini Aegis 'Changjiang' [NO MOD]
What's this?
The “FFG171 Mini Aegis Class 'Changjiang'” is a fictional missile frigate made to counter S&D DLC AI.
Torpedo-boat sized, destroyer-level firepower.
Solo-ready, co-op friendly, with smart weapons and full system integration.
Handles tough missions like "Improved Conquest Mode."
Well-balanced in firepower, agility, defense, and crew comfort — your ultimate frontline ship.
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How is this working?
Specifications & Features
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[*] Mini sized. Length: 31m, Width: 4.75m, Height: 10.25m.
[*] Propulsion: Gas turbine generator + full-electric drive
[*] Speed: 52 kn (cruise), 58 kn (boost)
[*] Fuel: 20,000L; 7h cruise / 5.5h full systems
[*] Thrusters: 4 waterjets with auto-trim & 3-axis stabilizer
[*] Sensors:
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[*] PYO’s TWS Radar — 8 km air/surface detection
[*] PYO’s Data Link v3.6 — pathing, autopilot, multi-unit link (40 km)
[*] PYO’s Anti-RF System — detects/jams/signals up to 40 km
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[*] Weapons:
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[*] 1x 60mm rapid dual-use gun (400 rounds), full-angle, fire control + ballistic correction
[*] 18x FireEye-13 (1–3 km, anti-helo/armor) in 6-cell bow VLS
[*] 10x FireEye-33 (1–5 km, anti-ship/fixed-wing) in 10-cell main VLS
[*] 2x 12.7mm CIWS turrets (4,000 rounds)
[*] 1x 25mm CIWS turret (600 rounds), auto-fire
[*] 48x chaffs, auto-alternating fire
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[*] Drone Bay: AUV-03 'Sentinel' (electric unarmed version), hangar-stored
[*] Crew (4 seats):
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[*] Captain: HMD + 360° EO + lidar
[*] TWS/MSL Operator: TWS Scope UI
[*] Gunner: stabilized EO fire scope
[*] UAV Operator: HD camera feed
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[*] Living & Interior:
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[*] Bridge, corridor, 2x crew rooms, kitchen, bath/toilet, medbay, hangar, engine room, VLS bays
[*] AC/heating, desalination shower, bidet toilet, cooking gear, auto lights
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[*] Damage Control: Auto-pumping, flood map, auto sprinklers, aft hydrant
[*] Other:
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[*] Smart lights, simple weather readout, usable anchor
[*] Easy access layout + full tools
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How to Play
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Quick Start
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[*] Flip [b]Generator System[/b] and [b]Propulsion System[/b] switches to start. No need to wait for full engine warm-up.
[*] Use [b]Cruise[/b] or [b]Manual[/b] mode to drive. Switch with the [b]Cruise[/b] button.
[*] [b]AP Mode:[/b] Enable AP + GPS after setting waypoints on the Data Link (WAYP page).
[*] [b]Steering:[/b] A/D to turn. Auto-differential enabled.
[*] [b]Anti-collision:[/b] Use the overhead switch (captain's seat) to enable LIDAR box warnings.
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TWS & Missile
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[*] Turn on [b]TWS System[/b] and [b]Missile Hatch[/b] to arm missiles.
[*] Targets auto-marked (Red = High threat, Yellow = Medium).
[*] Click a target to assign to a fire channel.
[*] Use AE1/AE2 for auto-launch (FE13 only).
[*] To fire manually: Select channel, press [b]MSL FE13[/b] or [b]MSL FE33[/b].
[*] Click again on same fire channel to clear it.
[*] TWS covers full 360°, up to 8 km, and shows target velocity data.
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Main Gun
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[*] Unlock turret from the turret monitor.
[*] Manual mode: Arrow keys aim.
[*] Lock Heading: Press [b]6[/b] to fix direction.
[*] Radar Lock: Press [b]5[/b], then [b]1[/b] to auto-aim.
[*] Coord Lock: Press [b]1[/b] to set laser target.
[*] Fire: [b]Spacebar[/b], 400 rounds auto-fed.
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CIWS
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[*] Fully auto-fire using TWS tracking.
[*] Manually reload each turret via nearby hatch.
[*] Use turret monitor to unlock/reset.
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UAV System
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[*] Turn on UAV console + UAV.
[*] Match [b]Data Link Key[/b] with the ship.
[*] Unlock UAV hardpoint and walk away until stable lift.
[*] Use [b]UAV tab[/b] to set WP. Use [b]AL[/b] to auto-land.
[*] To store: Fold rotors and reattach UAV to hardpoint via [b]UAV Dock Control Handle handle[/b] in hangar.
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Anti-Radio System
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[*] Turn on from panel bottom.
[*] Wait 5s per scan; signals auto-localized.
[*] Pick signal → inject to Fire Ch A.
[*] Jam by entering ch# and toggling.
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Damage Control & Living
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[*] Auto-flood pump + temp-based sprinklers.
[*] Fire hose at rear. Red blocks = fire extinguisher inside.
[*] Air-Conditioner: Use AC screen behind captain.
[*] Kitchen, shower, desalination, medbay all usable.
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Datalink tutorial
[url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3242277101] PYOs Tactical data link 3.6 [/url]
Combat Flow Reference
1. Startup & Navigation
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[*] Power on main systems
[*] Set desired cruise/manual/AP mode
[*] Check radar, TWS, sonar, and EW panels
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2. Pre-Engagement Prep
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[*] Enable TWS & open VLS doors
[*] Power on CIWS, main gun radar if needed
[*] Ready UAV for launch if recon needed
[*] Activate AutoDefend (AE1/AE2) in high-risk zones
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3. Recon / Target Acquisition
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[*] Launch UAV to scout coastline deep in land.
[*] Scan via TWS (8 km range)
[*] Check sonar & Anti-Radio monitors for submarine/signal threats
[*] Confirm target type before assigning to missile/gun channels
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4. Engagement
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[*] Assign targets to Fire Ch
[*] Fire missiles manually or auto with AE1/2
[*] Use main gun for static or slow-moving threats
[*] CIWS handles close targets automatically
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5. Post-Fire Assessment
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[*] Clear used fire channels
[*] Re-evaluate radar & TWS screen
[*] If under threat: deploy chaff, jam radios, or fire main gun
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6. Retreat / Reset
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[*] Land UAV (AL), reload CIWS if safe
[*] Resupply or RTB if low on ammo
[*] Prepare for next sortie or patrol cycle
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Known Issue
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[*] Sonar system is still WIP.
[*] Engine noise very very loud.
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Special thanks
Mr.ming for accuracy correction data.
FN-20 for Euler calculation.
foggy24, Clever Vision Miner,V.S.C for help with testing.
Thank you!
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That's almost all. If you have any suggestions or found any bugs, tell me please.
Hope you all enjoy it.