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Nikolaas class
PropertyNikolaas class
KNRM · Netherlands
Nation & organisation
OrganisationKoninklijke Nederlandse Redding Maatschappij
Organisation typeCharity (volunteer)
NationNetherlands
Vessel typeRigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB)
StatusIn service
Service period?–present
Hull & dimensions
Length overall9.15 m (30 ft)
Beam3.3 m (10.8 ft)
Draught0.6 m (2 ft)
Displacement4.2 t (4.6 US tons)
Machinery & propulsion
Propulsion typeWaterjet
Performance & capabilities
Maximum speed35 kn (64.8 km/h · 40.3 mph)
People capacity20
Capabilities
Capabilities recorded2
Towing✓
Waterjet propulsion✓
Provenance
Data statusVerified
Last checked2026-09-30
Sources cited2

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