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Leuser (IDN Soputan mod)

Ocean Tugconfirmed

Leuser (IDN Soputan mod)

The Leuser (KRI Leuser 924) is an ocean-going tug and auxiliary support vessel operated by the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL). Based on a modified design of the preceding Soputan-class, the vessel is primarily utilized for towing, search and rescue (SAR), salvage, and maritime patrol operations. It is equipped with specialized towing winches, firefighting monitors, and basic self-defense weaponry.

Specifications

TypeOcean Tug
OriginIndonesia
ManufacturerPT Dok & Perkapalan Kodja Bahari
Introduced2002
StatusIn service
Displacement2300
Length71.5
Crew50
Speed15
Range6000

History

KRI Leuser was constructed by the Indonesian shipyard PT Dok & Perkapalan Kodja Bahari in Jakarta to bolster the navy's auxiliary support capabilities. Commissioned into active service in 2002, the vessel represents a localized modification of the German-designed Soputan-class ocean tugs. Throughout its operational history, Leuser has been frequently deployed for disaster relief, maritime salvage, and fleet support missions across the Indonesian archipelago, and it remains active in service today.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Indonesia1confirmed

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