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Shaldag Mk-II
class Fast Patrol Boat is the latest version of the original design,
launched in 1989. Constructed of welded marine aluminum structure, 24.80 m
long, and maximum beam width of 6 meters. The hull is shaped with smooth
lines both above and below the water line, offering exceptional handling
even at high sea state. The hull is divided into six watertight, full height
compartments, that provides easy access to below-deck compartments housing
spacious air-conditioned crew accommodations for up to 10 persons, the
engines, reduction gears and water-jet, storage for ammunition and supplies.
The integral double bottom tank contains the diesel fuel, which also
provides additional gravity at the center. The propulsion systems are
located aft, for protection and improved crew comfort in the accommodation
area. The command center and mess are located at the center of the deck,
with the open bridge on top, providing improved visibility in all
directions. In the Israel Navy configuration, the living quarters were moved
below deck, and locating the open bridge aft to the command center. This
configuration reduces the silhouette of the vessel, thus improving its
survivability in close encounters.
Shaldag Mk-II is designed for coastal security,
and patrol missions, in law enforcement, coast guard and counter insurgency
and naval operations in coastal area. Designed for very high accelerations,
the boat can reach its top speed of 45–50 knots in one minute.
Maneuverability is also impressive, for example, the Shaldag demonstrated
entering a full 360 degree turn from maximum speed, and completing it in a
100 yard diameter. Operation in coastal area, estuaries and rivers, where
shallow water, natural and man made obstacles such as fishing nets, floating
ropes and vegetation restrict operations of patrol boats propelled with
articulated drives.
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Shaldag Mk II Characteristics:
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| Full displacement: |
56 tons |
| Standard displacement:
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50 tons |
| Length: |
24.8 m. |
| Beam: |
6 m. |
| Draft: |
1.2 m. |
| Main propulsion:
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2 Deutz/MWM TBO
604 BV16 diesels or MTU 12V 396 TE diesels with Ka Me Wa water-jets
or / 2x2,500 hp(m) (3.68 MW) with / 2 LIPS water-jets |
| Speed: |
48 Knots |
| Range at 16 kt: |
850 nm |
| Range at 32 kt: |
650 nm |
| Complement: |
15 |
| Fuel capacity: |
10 tons |
| Payload: |
6 tons |
| Guns: |
1xTyphoon stabilized gun
station, 1x20 mm gun, 2 0.5 mm machine—gun
pedestals. |
| Radar: |
Surface search MD 3220 Mk-II
I band |
| Observation/targeting: |
multi-sensor stabilized
electro-optical director |
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