Metal Shark created the 52 Fearless Super Interceptor in reaction to expanding need by army drivers for bigger and also much faster interdiction craft
Shipbuilder Metal Shark, Jeanerette, La., has actually presented an offshore-capable, ultra-high-performance army patrol vessel supplying 70-knot full throttle. Production of the the brand-new welded-aluminum 52 Fearless Super Interceptor vessels is currently underway at Metal Shark’s Jeanerette shipyard with 15 vessels presently on order for abroad army and also police rate of interests.
Metal Shark created the 52 Fearless Super Interceptor in reaction to expanding need by army drivers for bigger and also much faster interdiction craft with higher variety and also far better sea maintaining.
“Customers from around the world have asked for a blue water-capable interdiction vessel with 60+ knot capabilities,” claimed Henry Irizarry, Metal Shark’s Vice President ofInternational Business Development “With the 52 Fearless Super Interceptor, we have exceeded that requirement by a significant margin, with a multi-mission high-performance vessel delivering unmatched speed, handling, and sea keeping while also leveraging over a decade of parent craft Fearless-class past performance.”
The brand-new offering is a very maximized variation of Metal Shark’s 52-foot Fearless high-performance facility console vessel, using the tested Stepped Vee, Ventilated Tunnel (SVVT) running surface area developed by marine engineerMichael Peters Metal Shark’s Fearless- course tipped lower vessels are presently in solution with the UNITED STATE Navy, NOAA, and also several police in the United States and also Caribbean.
A custom-configurable system developed for goals varying from counter narcotics to the security of unique financial areas and also various other relevant maritime enforcement tasks, the brand-new vessel is readily available with several pre-engineered setup, propulsion, and also tools alternatives.
The initially 15 Super Interceptors are being constructed in a facility console setup with seating for 6 staff in Shockwave shock-mitigating seats below an incorporated light weight aluminum difficult top.
The vessels will certainly be powered by twin 1,650 horse power MALE 12-cylinder diesel inboard engines mated to Arneson ASD14 surface area drives by means of ZF transmissions. With this power plan, the Super Interceptor will certainly get to a predicted full throttle in the 70-knot variety. The vessel’s versatile setup permits an optimum gas capability of 1,000 gallons, which leads to an excellent 12.5 hrs endurance at 50 knots.
With a general size of virtually 58 feet (17.5 meters), a light beam of over 11 feet (3.5 meters) and also a functional variation of as much as 8 bunches, the vessel is big and also enforcing.
To please modern-day army visual-deterrent needs, the Super Interceptor flaunts carved and also enormous lines that consist of the distinct “faceted hull” originally created by Metal Shark for the UNITED STATE Navy and also currently being commonly included throughout the shipbuilder’s item profile.
“In terms of speed, size, endurance, and sheer awe factor, this vessel represents a radical leap forward,” claimed Metal Shark Chief Executive OfficerChris Allard “The Fearless Super Interceptor will be made available for our customers in a range of styles and sizes to meet various operational requirements. We look forward to showcasing the superlative performance of this next-generation military patrol platform and providing additional details in the months ahead.”
