Namacurra-class harbour patrol boat


The Namacurra class patrol boats are a class of patrol boat currently in service with South Africa, Namibia, Malawi and Mozambique.

Introduction into service

Built in South Africa between 1980-81 these boats can also be transported by road. One was transferred to Malawi in October 1988, two to Namibia in 2002 and two to Mozambique in September 2004.

Operations

These boats are in use with the harbour patrol forces in Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and Durban. There are also used by the Operational Boat Squadron, until new boats can be procured. Several have been built and transferred to allied navies in the region.

Crewing

The boats have an optimal crew of four and a maximum of Six.

Units