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LS138 Hellenic Coast Guard in Irepetra Crete

The Panther 57 MKI Fast Patrol Boat is currently one of the most highly esteemed Fast Patrol Boats in the International Market. Its advanced design produced by the in-house R&D department has supplied unparallel sea keeping abilities for its specific size. Capable of operation above 35 knots in up to Sea State 5 and Survival Capability in Sea State 6-7 the small craft represents the most trusted Patrol Hull Boat Design of the Hellenic Coast Guard since the repeated orders totaling to above 35 of this vessel type have proven its excellence. Nevertheless, the Panther MK I with its twin waterjet installation provides maximum speeds of 45 knots whilst maintain excellent maneuverability. The careful selection of all equipment on board make the Panther MK I a state of the art solution with reduced maintenance costs specifically designed for shore protection and interception duties. Being always first on the site the Panther MK I is capable of handling all duties and in conjunction with its swallow draft and protective waterjet intake grill it is capable of reaching in very swallow waters sometimes even 1 m deep. The commanding position of the forward 0,50 Browning Automatic Cannon

 

Length Overall (incl. App.) 18,20m

 

Beam (max.) 4,68m

Draft 0,92m

Displacement 28,0 tons

Hull Type Deep V

Max. Speed 44 knots

Fuel Capacity 3900ltrs

Range 250Nm

Engines 2

Engine Type 12V Man

Propulsion Fixed Pitch Propellers

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Uploaded on May 26, 2016
Taken on November 28, 2014