Pacific-class patrol boat

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The Pacific-class patrol boat were developed by Australia to provide small neighboring South Pacific nations with a maritime surveillance capability. They were developed as part of the Pacific Patrol Boat Program.

While built by Australia, no boats of this class are part of the Australian fleet.

[edit] Characteristics of the Pacific-class PB

While some varieties may exist, the following are general characteristics of the Pacific-class patrol boat

Displacement: 162 tons full load
Length: 31.5 m (103.3 ft)
Beam: 8.1 m (26.6 ft)
Draft: 2.1 m (6.9 ft)
Propulsion: 2 Caterpillar 3516TA diesels, 2820 hp, 2 shafts
Speed: 20+ knots (37 km/h)
Range: 2500 nautical miles (4600 km) at 12 knots (22 km/h)
Crew: 17
Armament: various small arms, depending on country in service. May include GAM-BO1 20 mm, 7.62 mm machine guns, 12.7 mm machine gun

[edit] See also

Pacific Patrol Boat Program, which describes the origin of the program, history of the development of the ships, and their disposition.
List of naval ship classes in service