VKDF
HMAS Bathurst (II)

HMAS Bathurst (II) Overview

Country
Australia
Navy
Royal Australian Navy
International Callsign
VKDF
Pendant
85
Operation Crew
21
Commissioned

Armidale Class Design

Armidale Class
<--Procurement-->
Planned Ships
14
Delivered Ships
14
Project Cost
$
553000000
USD
Cost Per Unit
$
USD

The Armidale-class patrol boats were developed to provide a high-tempo intercept and surveillance capability, replacing the aging Fremantle-class. Built by Austal Ships in Western Australia, the class features an all-aluminum hull designed to balance speed and fuel efficiency while operating in the harsh conditions of Australia’s northern waters. Though primary tasked with border protection and fisheries oversight under Operation Resolute, the vessels are equipped with a stabilized 25mm Rafael Typhoon gun and advanced communication suites to integrate with wider ADF networks. As the class reaches the end of its intended 15-year service life, it is gradually being phased out in favor of larger and more habitable platforms.

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HMAS Bathurst (II) Navigation Properties

<--Hull->
Displ.
300
t
Draught
2.7
m
Length
56.8
m
Beam
9.7
m
<--Performance->
t. Speed
25
kn
Range
3000
kn
<--Engine->
  • Engine Type: Two MTU 16V 4000 M70 diesel engines.
  • Power Output: Each engine delivered 2,320 kW (approx. 3,110 hp), providing a total combined power of 4,640 kW (6,220 hp).
  • Drive System: The engines were coupled to two ZF reduction gearboxes, driving two fixed-pitch propellers.

    • HMAS Bathurst (II) Armaments

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    HMAS Bathurst (II) Fligth Deck

    <--Deck Specs->
    Deck Height
    Deck Lenght
    Deck Width
    Deck Area
    Commissioned
    <--Capasity->
    Holicopter Slots
    Holicopter Capacity
    Fixed Wing Slots
    Fixed Wing Capacity
    Commissioned