35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) vs Archer
Overview
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) and the Archer are both Patrol vessel classes.
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) displaces 120 tons — 2.2x the Archer's 54 tons. The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) reaches 30 knots vs 20 knots for the Archer. Operational range is 1,500 nautical miles for the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) vs 550 for the Archer. The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) carries a crew of 25 vs 12 for the Archer.
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) was produced in 12 units vs 17 for the Archer. The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel) was commissioned in 2010, 25 years after the Archer (1985).
| American patrol boat, introduced in 2010, displaces 120 tons. | |
| Origin | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Patrol vessel |
| Type | Patrol boat |
| Manufacturer | Swiftships |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Number built | 12 units |
| Estimated unit price | $181 million |
| British patrol vessel, introduced in 1985, has a maximum speed of 20 knots. | |
| Origin | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Patrol vessel |
| Type | Patrol boat & training vessel |
| Manufacturer | Watercraft Marine |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number built | 17 units |
| Estimated unit price | NA |
| Displacement | 120 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 30.0 knots ◉ |
| Range | 1,500 nm at 12 knots ◉ |
| Length | 35.1 m ◉ |
| Beam | 7.3 m ◉ |
| Crew | 25 ◉ |
| Propulsion | 3 MTU 16V2000 Marine Diesels |
| Armament |
|
| Displacement | 54 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 20.0 knots ◉ |
| Range | 550 nm ◉ |
| Length | 19.9 m ◉ |
| Beam | 5.8 m ◉ |
| Crew | 12 ◉ |
| Propulsion | 2 shafts, Cat C18 ACERT diesels |
| Armament |
|
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
Loading analysis...
Generating comparison analysis...
Unable to generate comparison at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has greater displacement, the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class or Archer-class?
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class has greater displacement at 120 tons compared to the Archer-class's 54 tons.
Which is faster, the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class or Archer-class?
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class is faster with a maximum speed of 30 knots compared to the Archer-class's 20 knots.
Which has longer range, the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class or Archer-class?
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class has a longer range at 1,500 nautical miles compared to the Archer-class's 550 nautical miles.
Which is longer, the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class or Archer-class?
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class is longer at 35.1 meters compared to the Archer-class's 19.9 meters.
How many crew members do the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class and Archer-class have?
The 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class has a larger crew complement of 25 compared to the Archer-class's 12 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class or Archer-class?
The Archer-class has been built in greater numbers with 17 vessels compared to 12 vessels of the 35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class.