The Shaldag MK II class Fast Patrol Boat is a combat proven craft for security tasks where high intercept speeds are required, such as interdiction of terrorism and illegal smuggling launched in 1989. Following extensive operational experience in different environments the boat was improved in all aspects.
Special characteristics:
High speed in rough seas, with good seakeeping and outstanding maneuverability
Exceptionally low slamming in all sea states
Dry decks at all speeds
Very spacious and accessible internal arrangement.
These characteristics are achieved by unique deep – V planning hull form. This design gives the boat an outstanding rough sea performance. The top speed of the boat is close to 50 knots.
Design and Construction
Hull, deck and deckhouse are of welded marine aluminium ally, with transverse frames and longitudinal.
Integral double bottom tanks contain fuel with an additional gravity fuel tank at the center.
The hull is divided into 6 watertight compartments which do meet strict international flooded damage stability criteria
The design and construction are formally approved by Lloyd's Register of Shipping . The stability conforms to the most stringent international standards for dynamic stability.
All machinery is located aft to minimize noise and vibration in the accommodation areas.
The full-height bellow deck compartments provide easy access to the main propulsion engines, their reduction gears and waters jets.
Fully air-conditioned accommodations are provided for 8-10 persons.
Armament
Typhoon G - mounting a 20 mm gun and electro-optics systems on foredeck and aftdeck rings for 20 mm. single gun mount
Spigots for 0.5" machine guns on both sides of the main deck.
The boat is able to accommodate most advanced new weapon systems, such as the rapid-fire stabilized gun mount, remotely controlled by a night vision system.
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