VKBT
HMAS Cape Capricorn

HMAS Cape Capricorn Overview

Country
Australia
Navy
Royal Australian Navy
International Callsign
VKBT
Pendant
317
Operation Crew
22
Commissioned

Evolved Cape Class Design

Evolved Cape Class
<--Procurement-->
Planned Ships
10
Delivered Ships
8
Project Cost
$
450000000
USD
Cost Per Unit
$
45000000
USD

The Cape-class (and the subsequent Evolved Cape-class) patrol boats are highly versatile aluminum monohulls designed to bridge the gap between traditional border force cutters and naval warships. Initially built for the Australian Border Force by Austal, the Royal Australian Navy later adopted the "Evolved" variant to augment its fleet during the transition away from the Armidale-class. These vessels are optimized for 28-day patrols and feature enhanced medical and surveillance facilities, along with two Gemini RHIBs for rapid boarding operations. Their role is central to Australia’s civil maritime security, performing constant surveillance to prevent unauthorized entry and illegal activity within the nation's exclusive economic zone.

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HMAS Cape Capricorn Navigation Properties

<--Hull->
Displ.
400
t
Draught
3.1
m
Length
58.1
m
Beam
10.6
m
<--Performance->
t. Speed
26
kn
Range
4000 @ 12 kn
kn
<--Engine->
  • Engines: Two Caterpillar 3516C main engines.
  • Power Output: Each engine produces 2,525 kW at 1,800 rpm.
  • Propulsion: Two ZF 9055 gearboxes driving two fixed-pitch propellers.
  • Maneuvering: Equipped with a HRP 200-60 bow thruster (160 kW) for precise handling during boarding operations or docking.

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    HMAS Cape Capricorn Armaments

    No items found.
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    HMAS Cape Capricorn Fligth Deck

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