Seoul launches first PKX-B missile craft

摘要

South-Korean shipbuilder Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction (HHIC) has launched the country's first 'B' variant of the Patrol Killer Experimental (PKX) fast attack craft. The vessel was launched on 28 July at HHIC's facilities in Busan and has been given the pennant number 211. Citing industry sources, IHS Jane's reported in July 2015 that the Republic of Korea Navy (RoKN) is acquiring an Initial batch of 16 PKX-B vessels. The 210-tonne platform has an overall length of 44 m, an overall beam of 7 m, and can accommodate a crew of 20.