Top 5 Aircraft Carriers of the Royal Navy 2025 - 2026 | Ultimate Guide

Welcome to today’s episode, where we’ll take a closer look at the Royal Navy’s fleet of aircraft carriers—each a unique marvel of design, engineering, and operational capability. These formidable watercraft are not just tools for defense but essential pillars of naval power. From advanced radar systems and avant-garde flight deck configurations to exceptional performance numbers and strategic versatility, each class brings something different to the table. Stay tuned as we reveal our top 5 picks and explore their technical specifications to show what makes them stand out on the water! ⛵️ LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this video if you enjoyed it! ⛵️ SUBSCRIBE and click the BELL for new episodes! OUR PLAYLIST: https://youtu.be/srswyAofO_Q?list=PL-GY-IsnzdBz3syvuGx1xJoEgWNsFuave MORE VIDEOS: Top Luxury Motor Yachts Marathon | Riva, Azimut, Pershing, Princess, and More https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlxLb2aBxDY Top 3 Amazing Steel Expedition Yachts by Bering Yachts | Price & Features https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86ub7bie_XA Top 5 Smallest Superyachts | Price & Features https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sx6rBRVUOEE EXTRA INFO: Wave Class © Royal Navy Length: 646 feet (197 meters) Beam: 92 feet (28 meters) Displacement: 31,500 tonnes Engine/s: 4 × 25,514 HP Wartsila 12V 32E/GECLM diesel generators / 2 × 19,040 HP GEC Alstom motors with Cegelec variable speed converters Horsepower: 140,136 HP Top Speed: 20 knots (23 mph) Range: 10,000 nm (19,000 km) Albion Class © Royal Navy Length: 577 feet (176 meters) Beam: 95 feet (29 meters) Draft: 23 feet (7 meters) Crew Size: up to 710 Displacement: 19,560 tons Engine/s: 2 x 8,920 HP Wartsila Vasa 16V32E diesel generators / 2 x 2,230 HP Wartsila Vasa 4R32E diesel generators Horsepower: 22,300 HP Top Speed: 18 knots (21 mph) Range: 8,000 nm (13,000 km) RFA Fort Victoria (A387) Class © Royal Navy Length: 669 feet (204 meters) Beam: 98 feet (30 meters) Displacement: 31,565 tonnes Engine/s: 2 x Crossley-Pielstick 16 PC2.6 V 400 diesel engines Horsepower: 23,600 HP Top Speed: 20 knots (23 mph) Duke Class Type 23 Frigates © Royal Navy Length: 436 feet (133 meters) Beam: 53 feet (16.2 meters) Crew Size: up to 205 Displacement: 4,900 tonnes Engine/s: 2 x 18,770 HP Rolls Royce Spey SM1A gas turbines Top Speed: 28 knots (32 mph) Range: 7,800 nm (14,446 km) Queen Elizabeth Class © Royal Navy Length: 919 feet (280 meters) Beam: 230 feet (70 meters) Crew Size: 679 Displacement: 65,000 tonnes Engine/s: 2 × 48,000 HP Rolls-Royce Marine Trent MT30 / 2 × 15,000 HP Wartsila 16V38 / 2 x 12,000 HP Wartsila 12V38 Horsepower: 150,000 HP Top Speed: 25 knots (29 mph) Range: 10,000 nm (19,000 km) OTHER VIDEOS: The HMS Queen Elizabeth Class: Britain's Most Powerful Aircraft Carrier... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWZPJK91X1I UK's New 3rd Aircraft carrier: Does the Royal Navy need more Supercarrier? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpjxGC3_ViE Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier SURROUNDED by Chinese and Russian Ships, Then THIS Happened... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CagL_npXT-Y DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in our videos are purely editorial and may not necessarily reflect those of the companies we feature. This video is an opinion piece and should not be regarded as a primary source. Viewers are advised to do due diligence when considering any of the products featured. Our content abides by the terms of Fair Use for education and commentary and the clips featured in our editorials are owned by their respective copyright holders. The content presented here are for informational and non-commercial purposes only. For any business, media, or partnership inquiries, comment below or email: legal@emotionmedia.net #RoyalNavy #AircraftCarriers #Supercarrier #HarbourMasters