BAE Fast Interceptor Craft

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|Ship type= Special forces boat

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  • 33: {{Convert|10.75|metres}}
  • 40: {{Convert|13.07|metres}}
  • 180: {{Convert|18.1|metres}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.baesystems.com/en/product/fast-interceptor-craft|title=Fast Interceptor Craft|website=BAE Systems | International}}

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  • 33: {{Convert|2.59|metres}}
  • 40: {{Convert|2.83|metres}}
  • 180: {{Convert|3.8|metres}}

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  • 33: {{Convert|0.7|metres}}
  • 40: {{Convert|0.82|metres}}
  • 180: {{Convert|0.9|metres}}

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The BAE Systems Fast Interceptor Craft is a stealthy boat used by the Special Boat Service.{{Cite web|url=https://www.eliteukforces.info/uksf-gear/stealth-boat/|title=SBS Stealth Boat - UKSF Gear|website=www.eliteukforces.info}} The builder offers it in several configurations, the 33, 40 and 180 versions. There are a variety of propulsion types available, including both inboard and outboard engines with surface drives or water jets.

The boats are air portable in Hercules, C-17 and A400M aircraft.

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