The #PhilippineNavy on Wednesday said it commissioned two additional Israeli-made gunboats designed to mount missiles.

The #AceroClassGunboats have a maximum speed of 43 knots with a range of 1,600 nautical miles (at a cruising speed of 15 knots). Their endurance make the fast attack interdiction craft (#FAIC) ideal for extended patrols within the #Philippines’ EEZ. #WestPHSea

PH Navy commissions 2 more missile-mountable gunboats
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PH Navy commissions 2 more missile-mountable gunboats

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy on Wednesday said it commissioned two additional Israeli-made gunboats designed to mount missiles. Fast Attack Interdiction Crafts (FAICs) BRP

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