MilitaryNAVY 18 WP-class patrol boat
Patrol Boatconfirmed
The NAVY 18 WP class is a class of patrol boat, designed by the Estonian shipbuilder Baltic Workboats. Initially intended to patrol the waters of Estonia's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as well as rapidly respond to potential maritime border intrusions, they also provided maritime force protection to NATO and partner countries' warships visiting Estonia at sea and in ports. The vessels can also be used for intelligence missions.
Specifications
| Type | Patrol Boat |
| Manufacturer | Baltic Workboats |
| Introduced | 2021 |
| Status | In service |
| Length | 17.25 m |
| Speed | 33 kn |
| Range | 230 nmi |
| Crew | 6 |
| Main armament | 1 × 12.7 mm heavy machine gun on FN Herstal Sea DeFNder (RWS); 2 × 7.62 mm general purpose machine guns |
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 2 | confirmed |
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