35M FPV (Fast Patrol Vessel)-class

The acquisition process for this class of coastal patrol boats was initiated following a formal request from the Iraqi Navy in late 2008. A contract for the detailed design and construction of an initial batch of vessels was awarded in September 2009. The first unit was formally accepted into service with the Iraqi Navy in October 2010, with subsequent vessels being delivered over the following years to constitute a planned fleet of twelve patrol boats.

Constructed from all-welded aluminum alloy, the vessel's hull and superstructure are designed for durability, featuring multiple watertight compartments for enhanced survivability. Propulsion is provided by three marine diesel engines, enabling the craft to achieve high operational speeds while also offering an economical speed for extended patrols. The design is capable of full operation in moderate sea conditions and can survive more severe weather. Its capabilities are augmented by the ability to be refueled at sea and the capacity to carry a rigid inflatable boat for auxiliary missions. Armament consists of a 30mm primary cannon and a complement of medium and heavy machine guns.

The patrol boat is primarily operated by the Iraqi Navy, which began taking delivery of the class in 2010. The fleet is currently active, serving as a key component of Iraq's coastal defense and maritime security forces. The design's operational use has also been extended to another regional operator, the Bahrain Naval Forces. Through a Foreign Military Sale, Bahrain acquired and commissioned two patrol vessels based on this model in early 2021, referred to as Fast Patrol Vessels.