Zelenodolsk shipyard lays keel for sixth Project 22160 navy patrol ship

The Zelenodolsk shipbuilding yard.
The Zelenodolsk shipbuilding yard.

The Zelenodolsk shipbuilding yard in the Russian Republic of Tatarstan has held a keel-laying ceremony for its sixth Project 22160 patrol ship.

Designed by the St Petersburg’s JSC Northern Design Bureau, Project 22160 patrol ships can assist search-and-rescue operations, counter piracy, escorting duties and support naval forces.

Crewed by 80, the ships have an endurance of 60 days and cruising range of 6,000 nautical miles. Developing a speed of up to 30 knots, the displace up to 1,700 tonnes.

The ceremony was held for the sixth ship it is building.


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