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CYCLONE CLASS PATROL SHIP
The 180-ft Cyclone class ships provide
the Naval Special Warfare Command with a fast, reliable
platform that can respond to emergent requirements in a
low intensity conflict environment.
These ships are able to transport small
SEAL teams and their specialized delivery craft or Coast
Guard boarding teams for counter-drug inspections. They
can carry one 18-ft rigid inflatable swimmer delivery
craft.
Cyclone class can sprint to 35 knots. The
ships have Vosper fin stabilization system and a stern
wedge to improve trim at high speeds. Kevlar armor is
fitted to the command space. They can refuel at sea,
using astern fueling rigs.
Armament:
2 × 25 mm (0.98 in) MK 38 autocannon
2 × .50 in (12.7 mm) caliber machine guns
2 × 40 mm (1.6 in) MK 19 automatic grenade launchers
2 × 7.62 mm (0.30 in) M240B machine guns
6 × FIM-92 Stinger SAMs
2 × MK-60 quadruple BGM-176B Griffin B missile launchers
The two 25mm chain guns are capable of
pumping out a blistering 175 rounds per minute.
Ammunition supply includes 2,000 rounds 25-mm, 2,000
rounds .50 cal, 2,000 rounds 7.62-mm, and 1,000 40-mm
grenades.
Of the thirteen ships, nine operate out
of the Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek in Special
Boat Squadron Two, and four operate from the Naval
Amphibious Base Coronado at San Diego.
We are building a 21.5"
long (1/100 scale) model. Email us for price.
Learn more about the Cyclone class here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclone-class_patrol_ship
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