NAVDEX 2021: Israel Shipyards presents Saar S-72 corvette
NAVDEX 2021: Israel Shipyards presents Saar S-72 corvette
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Monday, 22 February 2021 08:37
According to a press release published by Israel Shipyard at the opportunity of Navdex 2021 on February 21, 2021, the firm showcases Saar S-72 corvette. Sa’ar 72 is a new class of Israeli Navy corvettes designed by Israel Shipyards Ltd. as an improved and stretched Sa’ar 4.5-class missile boat.
Sa'ar S-72 corvette at NAVDEX 2021
The ship developed to prevent illegal activity and maritime terrorism, provide coastal protection for Naval forces, and protect territorial waters and EEZs. This multi-mission vessel, in a Corvette configuration, is modularly designed for use in naval warfare or as an OPV. The SAAR S-72 utilizes hybrid propulsion, automatically switching to diesel upon acceleration.