Indonesian shipbuilder PT Tesco Indomaritim has disclosed the specifications of a new type of landing craft utility (LCU) that will soon be operated by the Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia – Angkatan Laut: TNI-AL).
The Indonesian Navy’s 33 m LCU, seen here during its sea trials. (PT Tesco Indomaritim)
In response to questions from Jane’s , a representative from the shipbuilder confirmed that the LCU was recently handed over to the TNI-AL, and will soon be in service to transport troops, stores and vehicles to shore.
The LCU has an overall length of 33 m, an overall beam of 7 m, and a draught of 1.4 m. The aluminium-hulled vessel has a standard displacement of 138 tonnes, and has been built according to Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) classifications.
The vessel has been built according to a design that has been developed in-country, said the shipbuilder. It was launched in 2019, and was made to undergo a series of sea trials and beaching tests from January 2020 onwards.
Powered by two Caterpillar C18 Acert engines that provide 1,136 bhp each, and two Caterpillar C4.4 generators, the LCU can attain a maximum speed of 20 kt, and an economic cruising speed of 15 kt.
It can accommodate a crew of six, and carry up to 10,000 litres of marine gas oil, and 1,000 litres of fresh water. With its core crew, the vessel has an endurance of up to 30 days.
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