Swiftships USA is to build 25 fast patrol craft for the Egyptian Navy.
The Swiftships model 25MPB0500 is a twin waterjet, diesel-powered patrol boat. The hull and superstructure are constructed of aluminium alloy, all welded, in accordance with approved codes. The hull consists of watertight bulkheads forming five watertight compartments.
This class of fast patrol craft, called the Swift Protector, serves a range of capabilities: supporting missions in controlling emergency situations in local zones; supporting navy and coast guard security operations; controlling sea-lanes; conducting coast guard, police and customs law enforcement for controlling economic zones; and search and rescue missions.
Measuring 26 metres in length, the vessels have a beam of 6.1 metres and a maximum draught of 1.5 metres. The Swift Protector-class is driven by two Caterpillar 3512B engines. Propulsors are two Hamilton HM 651 waterjets and the generators are two Cummins / Onan Marine Diesel generator sets.