Vittoria Shipyard's Interceptor 43' at Seafuture

Vittoria Shipyard, which specializes in the construction of paramilitary, commercial and passenger vessels of up to 100 meters, will in 2016 take part for the first time in Seafuture & Maritime Technologies, which is to be held at the Military Arsenal in La Spezia from May 24-27, 2016. The shipyard from Adria will present its Interceptor 43’, which will be moored at the Pagliari dock, and will be on show to visitors for the duration of the show.

 

The new vessel is based on the standards of Customs and Border Protection of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for maritime rescue operations, and prevention of illegal immigration, smuggling and piracy. Designed for military use, when camouflaged the INTERCEPTOR 43’ can hide between the waves, and brings together Italian expertise in planning and boatbuilding with high-performance American motor engineering from the inclusion of Mercury engines.

 

The prototype, made in vinyl ester resin strengthened with glass fiber, carbon and Kevlar, has an overall length of 14.04 meters, overall beam of 2.81 meters, height of 1.98 meters, and displaces 9.93 metric tons fully laden. This size allows a crew of 6 to be housed on board. Research work done in developing the hull and her special “step” structure means the ship can combine high speeds with excellent seaworthiness, all in complete safety.

 

The ship is powered by four latest model outboard MERCURY VERADO engines which can develop a total of 1,200 horsepower. The choice of this kind of outboard propulsion allows simplicity and running economies to be combined with efficiency and high performance both in terms of top speed and acceleration. The SmartCraft Digital Throttle Shift (DTS) control system also allows ultra-smooth gear changes, with instant response from the accelerator. The Interceptor can reach a top speed of 60 knots and keep up a cruising speed of 40 knots. Variations in temperature, humidity and altitude don’t cause significant changes in the ship’s performance, ensuring superior torque and acceleration right across the rev range. From acceleration to top speed, with limited fuel consumption.

 

Vittoria Shipyard doesn’t just produce ships but also maritime technology, and will present – together with Engynya Srl - Vittoria Maintenance, which is integral management software for all the devices on board ship, and which deals with their maintenance and diagnosis, and is a sign of the shipyard’s attention to the aftermarket. The presentation will take place at the stand shared by AIAD (the federation that brings together aerospace, defense and security companies) and ICE (Italian Trade Commission). Thursday, May 26, at 11:45.

 

Length overall: 14.04 m

Molded length: 13.22 m

Beam overall: 2.81 m

Height: 1.98 m

Draught: 0.91 m

Crew: 3 + 3

Maximum speed: 60 knots

Cruising speed: 40 knots

Range at economic speed (sea force 3): 364 nm (674.128 km)

Fuel tank: 2 x 1,000 liters

Fresh water tank: 1 x 140 liters

Engines 4x MERCURY VERADO OUTBOARD: 4 x 300 hp

Fully-laden displacement: 9.93 metric tons

Displacement in normal working conditions: 9.44 metric tons

Displacement: 7.51 metric tons