Shaldag Mk V Fast Attack Craft
Type: Fast Attack Craft
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: Israel
Manufacturer: Israel Shipyards
First Deployed: 2015
Overview
The Shaldag Mk V is an Israeli fast attack craft built by Israel Shipyards, optimized for coastal patrol, special operations insertion, and interdiction missions. At 23 m length and displacing approximately 54 tonnes, it achieves speeds over 50 knots using twin MTU diesel engines. Armed with heavy machine guns and automatic cannon, the Shaldag provides Azerbaijan's Caspian Fleet with high-speed strike and patrol capability. The low radar cross-section design and composite superstructure reduce detectability in coastal environments.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 10 |
|---|---|
| hull | Advanced composites for low RCS |
| range | 700 nm |
| length | 25 m |
| sensors | EO/IR director, radar |
| armament | 25mm Typhoon Weapon Station, 7.62mm MG, anti-ship missiles optional |
| max_speed | 50 knots |
| displacement | 55 tons |
Operators
- Azerbaijan
- Israel
- Export customers
- Nigeria
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