Swiftships Model 35PB1208 E-1455
 Swift Boat (P-311)
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| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | Swiftships Model 35PB1208 E-1455 |
| Builders | Swiftships[1] |
| Operators |  Iraqi Navy |
| In service | 2010+ |
| In commission | 2010+ |
| Planned | 12 |
| Building | 12 |
| Completed | 12 |
| Cancelled | 0 |
| Active | 12 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Patrol boat |
| Length | 35.06 metres |
| Beam | 7.25 metres |
| Draft | 2.59 metres |
| Propulsion | 3 MTU 16V2000 Marine Diesels |
| Speed |
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| Range | 1,500 nautical miles (2,800 km; 1,700 mi) at 12 knots (22 km/h; 14 mph) |
| Endurance | 6 days |
| Capacity | Carries 1 x 7m Willard Rigid Inflatable Boat |
| Complement | 25 |
| Armament |
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| Aircraft carried | None |
| Aviation facilities | None |
The Model 35PB1208 E-1455 patrol boat was ordered by the Iraqi Navy from Swiftships Shipbuilders in September 2009.[2] The first was accepted into service in October 2010. Five others have since been delivered, the sixth in September 2011. The total order is for 12, with an option for a three more vessels.
Order History[]
In Dec 2008 the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced Iraq’s formal request to buy up to 20 Coastal Patrol Boats in the 30-35 meter range, and 3 Offshore Support Vessels in the 55-60 meter range.
In July 2009 the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) announced that Swiftships Shipbuilders would provide the Iraqi Navy with a patrol boat fleet of up to 15 Coastal Patrol Boats (CPBs).
In Sept 2009 Swiftships Shipbuilders received a $181 million contract for the detail design and construction of 9 patrol boats plus spare parts, and technical services.
In Sept 2010 the first boat, PB 301, was formally welcomed into the Iraqi Navy.
Design Features[]
The hull and superstructure are constructed of all-welded aluminium alloy. The hull includes 7 watertight bulkheads forming 8 watertight compartments.
Boats can be refueled at sea using side by side procedures, and run on #2 diesel fuel.
Weather survivability includes Sea State 5 survival at the best heading, and full operational capability at Sea State 3, including 20 knots (37 km/h; 23 mph) patrol speed and 10 knots (19 km/h; 12 mph) sustained loitering speed for 12 hours.
Names[]
- P-301
- P-302
- P-303
- P-304
- P-305
- P-306
- P-307
- P-308
- P-309
- P-310
- P-311
- P-312
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References[]
- ^ Swiftships Shipbuilders LLC, Morgan City LA
- ^ Swiftships Orders Build Iraqi Navy’s Coastal Patrol Capabilities. Retrieved 23 December 2011.
- 2010s ships