Sarojini Naidu-class patrol vessel
| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Sarojini Naidu class fast patrol vessel |
| Builders: | Goa Shipyard Ltd., Panaji, India |
| Operators: |
 Indian Coast Guard |
| Preceded by: | Priyadarshini-class |
| Succeeded by: | Rani Abbakka-class |
| Built: | 2002–2006 |
| In commission: | 2002–present |
| Building: | 0 |
| Planned: | 7 |
| Completed: | 7 |
| Active: | 7 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type: | Inshore patrol vessel |
| Displacement: | 259 tonnes[1] |
| Length: | 48 m (157 ft 6 in) |
| Beam: | 7.5 m (24 ft 7 in) |
| Draught: | 2 m (6 ft 7 in) |
| Propulsion: | 3 × MTU 4000 diesel engines, each 2,720 kW (3,648 hp) at 2100 rpm |
| Speed: | 35 knots (65 km/h; 40 mph) |
| Range: | 1,500 nmi (2,800 km; 1,700 mi) at 12 kn (22 km/h; 14 mph) |
| Complement: | 6 Officers and 36 Sailors |
| Armament: |
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Sarojini Naidu Class of Extra Fast Patrol Vessels are series of seven Mid Shore Patrol Vessels built by Goa Shipyard Limited at Vasco da Gama, Goa for Indian Coast Guard produced between 2002 and 2006.[2]
Introduction
The Sarojini class of watercraft are seagoing, high speed, armed surveillance platform, capable of shallow water operations.
These vessels are primarily designed for anti-smuggling operations, anti-terrorist deployment, fisheries protection and search and rescue operations. These vessels can also support the navy during wartime, as a coastal convoy escort and a communication link.
Design
Powered by three 2,720 kW MTU diesel engines, driving independent Kamewa water-jets, these vessels are designed for good maneuverability and are capable of operating in up to Sea State 4 and can withstand Sea State 6. The vessels have a top speed of 35 knots and have an operational range of 1,500 nm. They are equipped with a 30 mm CRN 91 Naval Gun at forward with two 7.62 mm or 12.7 mm machine guns, each installed on both sides of the board.
They are fitted with the latest satellite communication and navigation systems including differential global positioning system (DGPS), electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) and global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS). They have air-conditioned accommodation for a crew of 35 and have endurance of 7 days. The vessels in this series are eco-friendly, featuring an on-board sewage treatment plant and the gases used for air-conditioning are ozone layer friendly.
Ships of the class
| Name | Pennant Number | Date of Launch | Date of commission | Homeport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICGS Sarojini Naidu | 229 | 2002 | 11 November 2002 | Paradip[3] |
| ICGS Durgabai Deshmukh | 230 | 2002 | 29 April 2003 | Port Blair[4] |
| ICGS Kasturba Gandhi | 231 | 6 July 2005, | 28 October 2005 | Manglore[5] |
| ICGS Aruna Asaf Ali | 232 | 20 October 2005, | 28 January 2006 | Port Blair[6] |
| ICGS Subhadra Kumari Chauhan | 233 | 30 December 2005, | 28 April 2006 | Mumbai[7] |
| ICGS Meera Behn | 234 | 28 January 2006, | 25 July 2006 | Okha[8] |
| ICGS Savitribai Phule | 235 | 28 April 2006, | 28 October 2006 | Manglore[9] |
See also
References
- ↑ http://www.indiancoastguard.gov.in/content/1591_1_SurfaceUnitsPage3.aspx#
- ↑ "Ships built by Goa Shipyard Limited". Goa Shipyard. Archived from the original on 2007-11-29. Retrieved 2007-12-13.
- ↑ "The Pioneer". www.dailypioneer.com. Retrieved 2015-12-28.
- ↑ "102 Myanmarese fishermen rescued so far from A&N". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2015-12-28.
- ↑ "Coast Guard, Navy rescue crew members of Ocean Sekaya". The Hindu Business Line. Retrieved 2015-12-28.
- ↑ "Indian Coast Guard Ship Aruna Asaf Ali Rescues MSV Sagar". www.andamansheekha.com. Retrieved 2015-12-28.
- ↑ "Coast Guard intercepts suspicious Danish ship | Sakal Times". sakaaltimes.com. Retrieved 2015-12-28.
- ↑ "Pak fishing boat caught, 14 crew members arrested". news.webindia123.com. Retrieved 2015-12-28.
- ↑ "New Coast Guard vessel arrives in Mangalore". The Hindu. 2006-12-05. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2015-12-28.