OPV-1900 is a monohull vessel, designed based on proven design philosophies and classification society rules with an inverted ship bow which is used for increasing the fuel efficiency and safety of the vessel at sea. OPV can be tasked with maritime Patrol and Surveillance Operations, Critical Infrastructure Protection, border Protection, Confined and Shallow Water Operations, Helicopter Support and mission deck Operations, USV, UAV Operations.
The OPV can be configured with the capability to deploy special forces and accommodate a range of commando equipment. The self-protection level can be upgtaded from guns to missile systems.
Design, Purpose and Capabilities
OPV-1900’s main missions are;
- Coastal and Offshore Patrol
- Search and Rescue (SAR)
- Diving & Salvage Operations Support
- Replenishment of Ships at Harbour
- Logistic Support
- Training
In order to carry out the tasks assigned, OPV-1900 has the following capabilities;
- 18 knots maximum continous speed
- 5500 n. miles endurance at 16 knots economical speed; operations at sea state 5+
- Weapon and sensors operations up to sea state 5+
- Helo operations up to sea state 4+
- Reduced Radar Cross Section (RCS)
- Two damage control zones; redundant propulsion, maneuvering and electrical systems
- Fwd. Gun up to 76 mm., others up to 25 mm.
- Helicopter platform for 10 tons helicopter
- A clear aft deck area of 100 m2 without helicopter
- A 8 tons SWL hydraulic telescopic crane
- Large aft storage area with sliding hatch on aft deck
Main Dimensions | |
Length overall | : 89.50 meters |
Length waterline | : 88.60 meters |
Max. Breadth | : 13.10 meters |
Draft | : 3.15 meters |
Tonnage | |
Displacement | : 1900 tons |
Speed & Endurance | |
Max cont. speed | : 22+ knots |
Economical speed | : 16 knots |
Endurance | : +5500 n.m. at 16 kts. |
Tank Capacities | |
Fuel (F76) | : 250 tons |
Fresh Water | : 26 tons |
Power Generation | : 3x 500 KVa diesel generators 1 x 160 kW, air cooled emergency diesel generator |
Rescue Equipment
- A hydraulic-telescopic crane of 8 tons (SWL) to serve aft deck area
- A clear aft deck area of 300 m2 also for landing and take off of 10 ton-helicopter
- 3 RHIB
- A sick-bay
Sensors & Weapons
- Combat Management System
- IFF (Interrogator/Transponder) OPTIONAL
- Navigation Suit (GPS, Automatic ldentification System (AlS), Echo-sounder, Speed-log, Wind System, Electronic Chart Display (ECDIS), Gyros (Main and Aux.) and Digital Repeaters
- Electro-Optical Ssytem(TV/IR/LRF)
- Electronic Support Measure System (ESM)with Chaff Decoy (RF/lR)System (OPTIONAL)
- 2 x Navigation Radars (LPI)
- 4 x 25 mm Guns or up to 1 x 76 mm fwd. Gun and 3 x smaller guns
- Reserved area for SSM System etc.
Main Propulsion
- Main Engines
- 2 x Diesel Engines, (2 x 4300 kW)
- Propulsion Units
- 2 x CPP Propellers
- Bow Thruster
- 1 x Tunnel Thruster
Accommodation
- Comfortable accommodation for 88 + %10 crew in total
- Galley, dry provisions, freezing rooms, wardroom/mess halls, offices, CIC, etc.
Growth Capabilities
- Custom Sensors & Weapons
- Higher Accommodation