MK13-class missile boat

MK13 is a class of fast patrol craft armed with both anti-ship missile and torpedo operated by the Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

History
MK13 ships are probably built in China, and are reportedly in service since 2006.

Dimensions and machinery
The ships have a displacement of 17.8 t at full load. The class design is 13.5 m long, would have a beam of 3.7 m and a draft of 1.9 m. It uses two Trimax 3200 surface drives, powered by two Isotta 1312T2 MSD diesel engines. This system was designed to provide 2,360 hp for a top speed of 60 kn. Its cruising radius is 3,000 nmi at a speed of 50 knots.

Structure
The monohull body of the MK13-class is made of aluminium.

Armament
The ships are equipped with two 324mm torpedo tubes, as well as two anti-ship missile launchers with Nasr. The latter relies on internal guidance and terminal homing to 38 km at 0.8 Mach.