Type 082 (Wosao Class) Coastal Minesweeper

The Type 082 (NATO reporting name: Wosao class) is a coastal minesweeper introduced by the PLA Navy in the 1980s. The vessel is fitted with a Type 316 small mechanical sweep gear, a Type 317 magnetic generator, and a Type 318 acoustic generator. The vessel is powered by two 12V180-1 diesels and is operated by a crew of 28 men. Its armaments include two Type 61 dual-25mm AAA guns.

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Specifications

Displacement: (standard) 305 tonnes; (full load) 313.5 tonnes
Dimensions: Length: 44.79; Beam: 6.2m; Draft: 2.25m
Propulsion: 2X 12V180-1 diesels, 2 shafts, 2,000bhp
Speed: Maximum 15.5 knots; Economic 8 knots; Minesweeping operation: 2~12 knots
Range: 500nm@8 knots
Endurance: 15 days
Crew: 28
Armament: 2 Type 61 dual-25 mm, minerails

Last update: 14 June 2008