According to information published by Tactical Report on December 6, 2022, United Arab Emirates Navy's officers would have shown their interest in Milkor's Inshore Patrol Craft.
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A model of the Inshore Patrol Craft at AAD 2022. (Picture source: Milkor)
The UAE Navy currently has four different types of Fast Attack Craft, including the Mubarraz class, the Ban-Yas, and the Ardhana class. However, none of these crafts resemble the IPC, especially in terms of size.
The Milkor Inshore Patrol Craft combines speed, stability and comfort to ensure consistent mission success. The unique design features a cameraman hull that increases speed, fuel efficiency and stability during operations.
The vessel is designed for long-endurance missions featuring a full gallery shower, head and three sleeping berths creating a comfortable mission environment for its crew.
Milkor UAS has integrated world-class communications and surveillance systems into the command-an-control bridge boasting a fully equipped pilot, navigation, weapon and surveillance station.
The wheelhouse is designed with complete modularly to incorporate various payloads and technologies to satisfy customer requirements.
The Milkor IPC uses composite GRP materials with integrated strengthening methods to allow for various payload options such as remote-control weapon stations, missile launchers, and other surveillance payloads.
The Inshore Patrol Craft has a length of 12 m, a beam of 4,8 m and a displacement of 13 000 kg. She can reach a top speed of 50 knots and can carry a crew of 4 sailors.
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