Sea Panther-class
Hong Kong corvette, 450 tons displacement, propelled by two Caterpillar diesels. Key figures: displacement 450 tons, length 40 m, top speed 14 knots, crew 33, built 2. In service with 1 navy — Hong Kong.
| Subtype | Command boat |
| Displacement | 450 tons |
| Crew | 33 members |
| Width | 8.5 m (27.9 ft) |
| Length | 40.0 m (131.2 ft) |
| Propulsion | 2 Cat diesels, 2 shafts, 2,350 bhp |
| Units | Hong Kong Marine Police: 2 in service, built 1988 |
| Maximum speed | 14 knots |
- Originally two 12.7 mm machine guns, now removed
Description
The Sea Panther class is a series of large command boats constructed by Hong Kong Shipyards for the Hong Kong Police Force. Development occurred between 1987 and 1988, and the class entered commission in 1988.
The class consists of two vessels: PL3 Sea Panther and PL4 Sea Horse. These are the largest ships operated by the Hong Kong Marine Police. The vessels were originally equipped with machine guns, but this armament has since been removed.
The Hong Kong Police Force utilizes the class for marine patrols within Hong Kong waters. Both vessels remain in active service. Due to the age of the ships, current operations primarily focus on training duties.
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- JAN 182026 Updated Description and max speed added; type, propulsion and armament updated