The Turkish Coast Guard Search and Rescue Ships, constructed by RMK Marine, represent the largest combatant ship project ever undertaken by Turkey's private sector shipyards. These vessels, measuring 88.6 meters in length and 12.2 meters in width, can achieve a maximum speed of over 22 knots and have an economic speed of 15 knots, allowing for a range of 3000 nautical miles. They can accommodate a crew of 92 and sustain 15 days at sea without resupply. These ships are equipped for multifaceted missions including law enforcement, search and rescue, environmental protection, and are outfitted for helicopter operations.

Technical Features and Operational Capabilities of the Vessels

• Dimensions and Speed: Length of 88.6 meters, width of 12.2 meters. Full load displacement of 1700 tons, draft of 3.5 meters. Maximum speed over 22 knots.
• Range and Economic Speed: Economic speed of 15 knots, maximum range of 3000 nautical miles.
• Crew Capacity and Endurance: Accommodation for 92 personnel, capable of 15 days at sea without resupply.
• Primary Mission Functions: Law enforcement, search and rescue, sea patrol, anti-smuggling, pollution control, fisheries protection, firefighting, environmental protection.
• Helicopter Operations: Platform for helicopter landing and take-off operations, telescopic hangar for medium-sized helicopters. Equipped for 10 ton helicopters.

Versatile Mission Capabilities

• Various Operational Tasks: Reconnaissance and surveillance, protection of natural resources, operations within territorial waters and exclusive economic zones.
• Helicopter Facilities: Suitable telescopic hangar for AB-412 helicopters. Capable of day and night helicopter operations.
• Refueling and Support Capabilities: NATO-standard JP-5 fuel, freshwater, and oil replenishing stations. Capability for vertical replenishment (VERTREP) while underway.