PIRANHA ASD

15m Fast Patrol/Interceptor Craft (FPIC)

The PIRANHA ASD is a multipurpose high speed craft designed according to the ASD (Arrow System Design) hull shape. The main mission profiles for this craft are:

• Patrol / Escort
• Assault
• Border protection
• Boarding of suspect craft
• Search & rescue

The propulsion system consists of twin 730 Hp MAN or similar diesel engines, coupled with surface piercing drives from MSA, which allows it to achieve top speeds in excess of 40 knots under full load conditions.

The offered configuration accommodates a crew of 4 and consists of fully air-conditioned cabin complete with sanitary amenities.

This aluminium hull high speed boat can be easily adapted to meet the unique and varied operational requirements of our customers.

To enhance its survivability, ballistic or blast resistant solutions capable of withstanding threat levels up to NIJ STD 0-108.01 Level III (multi-strike 7.62 x 51 M80 ammunition) can be incorporated.

Customers can also choose from a variety of armament packages. The basic package comes with a weapon plant for a pedestal-mounted 12.7 mm machine gun located in the gun pit at the fore part of the boat and another two at the aft deck, one on each side for side-mounted 12.7 (or 7.62) mm machine guns.

For additional firepower, customers can choose to upgrade to a 40/50 Remote Weapon Station developed in-house by Suncraft or other small calibre naval gun systems mounted on the gun pit at the fore part of the boat.

MAIN SPECIFICATIONS

Border protection includes anti-smuggling, anti piracy, fisheries inspections & patrols, immigration law enforcement