Sarojini Naidu-class extra-fast patrol vessel

Sarojini Naidu Class of Extra Fast Patrol Vessels are series of seven Mid Shore Patrol Vessels built by Goa Shipyard Limited at Vasco da Gama, Goa for Indian Coast Guard produced between 2002 to 2006.

Introduction
The Sarojini class of watercraft are seagoing, high speed, armed surveillance platform, capable of shallow water operations.

These vessels are primarily designed for anti-smuggling operations, anti-terrorist deployment, fisheries protection and search and rescue operations. These vessels can also support the navy during wartime, as a coastal convoy escort and a communication link.

Design
Powered by three 2,720 kW MTU diesel engines, driving independent Kamewa water-jets, these vessels are designed for good maneuverability and are capable of operating in up to Sea State 4 and can withstand Sea State 6. The vessels have a top speed of 35 knots and have an operational range of 1,500 nm. They are equipped with a 30 mm CRN 91 Naval Gun at forward with two 7.62 mm or 12.7 mm machine guns, each installed on both sides of the board.

They are fitted with the latest satellite communication and navigation systems including differential global positioning system (DGPS), electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) and global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS). They have air-conditioned accommodation for a crew of 35 and have endurance of 7 days. The vessels in this series are eco-friendly, featuring an on-board sewage treatment plant and the gases used for air-conditioning are ozone layer friendly.

Specification
The specifications are from bharat-rakshak web site
 * Displacement : 235 tonnes
 * Length : 48.14 meter
 * Beam : 7.5 meter
 * Depth : 4 meter
 * Draught : 2 meter
 * Speed : 35 Knots
 * Armament: 1*30 CRN 91, 2*7.62-mm MG
 * Electronic Radar: BEL make-1*Decca 1245/6X nav.
 * Power: 3 mtu 16V4000 M90 diesels, 2720 KW at 2040 rpm each
 * Propulsion: 3 KaMeWa Type 71SI waterjet, 10,499 bhp
 * Electric 160 Kw (2*80 Kw, Diesel driven)
 * Range 1500 Nmiles
 * Endurances: 7 days
 * Crew: 30 (including 5 officers)