Coastal Patrol Vessel
The Naval Service operates two Coastal Patrol Vessels. These vessels were bought from the British Royal Navy and commissioned into service in the 1980s. Due to their high speed and shallow draught these vessels are ideal for patrolling close to Ireland's coastline. During their service these vessels have been involved in some of the largest seizures of narcotics and arms in Irish history.
Naval Service Coastal Patrol Vessels
LÉ Orla
L.É. ORLA was formally the HMS SWIFT a British Royal Navy patrol vessel stationed in the waters of Hong Kong. She was purchased by the Irish State in 1988.
Read more about the LÉ Orla
LÉ Ciara
L.É. CIARA was formally the HMS SWALLOW a British Royal Navy patrol vessel stationed in the waters of Hong Kong. She was purchased by the Irish State in 1988.
Read more about the LÉ Ciara
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Type |
Coastal Patrol Vessel |
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Length |
62.6m |
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Beam |
10m |
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Draught |
2.7m |
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Main Engines |
2 X Crossley SEMT- Pielstick Diesels 14,400 HP |
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Speed |
25 + Knots |
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Range |
2500 Nautical Miles @ 17 knots |
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Crew |
39 (5 Officers) |
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Main Armament |
76mm OTO Melara Canon |
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Secondary Armament |
2 X 20mm Rheinmetall Rh202 Canon |
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Small Arms |
9mm Pistol to 7.62mm General Purpose Machine Gun |
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