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Falkland Islands patrol vessels (PROTECTOR) (1975/1982-1983)
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Guardian 1983
Ships
| Name | No | Yard No | Builder | Laid down | Launched | Comp | Fate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protector (ex-Seaforth Saga) | P244 | Drypool Eng & DD, Selby | 7.1975 // 22.10.1983 | sold 1988 | |||
| Guardian (ex-Seaforth Champion) | P245 | Beverley SB & Eng, Beverley | 1.1975 // 22.10.1983 | BU 1987 |
Technical data
| Displacement standard, t | 802brt 1030dwt |
|---|---|
| Displacement full, t | 1000 |
| Length, m | 58.8 |
| Breadth, m | 12.0 |
| Draught, m | 4.52 |
| No of shafts | 2 |
| Machinery | 2 British Polar U-16 diesels |
| Power, h. p. | 6160 |
| Max speed, kts | 13.5 |
| Fuel, t | diesel oil 590 |
| Endurance, nm(kts) | |
| Armament | 2 x 1 - 40/60 Mk 9, 2 x 1 - 7.6/90 |
| Electronic equipment | nav. radar |
| Complement | 24 |
Graphics
Guardian 1983
Project history
Former oil rig support ships, converted for Falklands Islands patrol duties. Guardian acquired in December 1982, Protector in February 1983. Ice-strengthened. Jet pump bow thruster.
Modernizations
None.
Naval service
No significant events.
