Rossetti-class research vessel

The Rossetti class of coastal research vessels consists of two units operated by the Italian Navy and named as "Nave Esperienze" (experiences ship). The vessels are used by Centro Supporto Sperimentazioni Navali (Naval Experimentation Support Centre) for technologies research and development trials on anti-submarine weapons.

Features
Specifically designed for experiments, new technologies tests in relation to weapon and platform systems, the unit is mainly operated by the Permanent Commission for Experiments on War Materials at La Spezia.
 * Raffaele Rossetti (A 5315) is fitted with WASS 533 mm torpedo launcher.


 * Vincenzo Martellotta (A 5320) is fitted with WASS B515/3 324 mm torpedo launcher