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Balram class tugboat

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The Balram class of tugboats is a series of service watercraft built by Goa Shipyard Limited for the Indian navy. Each tug in the class has a rated capacity of 20 tonnes bollard pull. They are powered by twin Kirloskar SEMT-Pielistick (8PA4 V200) of total 3,200 hp (2,400 kW). They are also fitted with three monitors for fire fighting. INS Bajrang and INS Balram are stationed at Mumbai.

Specifications

  • Gross tonnage: 216 ton
  • DWT: 35 tons
  • Length: 29.7 m
  • Width: 9.7 m
  • Draught: 4.3 meters
  • Crew: 12 total
  • Speed: 12 knots (22 km/h; 14 mph)
  • References

    Balram class tugboat Wikipedia


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