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Tamar class
PropertyTamar class
RNLI · United Kingdom & Ireland
Nation & organisation
OrganisationRoyal National Lifeboat Institution
Organisation typeCharity (volunteer)
NationUnited Kingdom & Ireland
Vessel typeAll-weather lifeboat
StatusIn service
Service period2005–present
Hull & dimensions
Hull materialFibre-reinforced composite
Length overall16.3 m (53.5 ft)
Beam5.3 m (17.4 ft)
Draught1.4 m (4.6 ft)
Displacement32 t (35.3 US tons)
Number built27
Machinery & propulsion
Propulsion typeTwin propellers
Engines2 x Caterpillar C18, 1,000 hp
Launch methodSlipway / afloat
Performance & capabilities
Maximum speed25 kn (46.3 km/h · 28.8 mph)
Range250 nm (463 km · 288 mi)
Crew complement7
Self-rightingYes
Medical facilities onboardYes
Capabilities
Capabilities recorded6
Daughter boat✓
Heavy-weather operations✓
Onboard medical care✓
Self-righting✓
Slipway launch✓
Towing✓
Provenance
Data statusUnverified
Last checkedNever
Sources cited1

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