OPV-62 Offshore Patrol Vessel
Type: Patrol Boat
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: Azerbaijan
Manufacturer: Baku Shipyard
First Deployed: 2017
Overview
The OPV-62 is an Azerbaijani offshore patrol vessel constructed at the Baku Shipyard, representing indigenous naval construction capability for Caspian Sea operations. Armed with a 76mm gun, 30mm autocannon, and anti-ship missile launchers, the vessel monitors maritime traffic, enforces Azerbaijan's exclusive economic zone, and provides naval presence in the energy-rich southern Caspian. The Baku Shipyard program supports Azerbaijan's strategic goal of developing sovereign naval production and maintenance capability.
Technical Specifications
| beam | 11 m |
|---|---|
| crew | 40 |
| range | 2,500 nm |
| length | 62 m |
| armament | 76mm gun, 30mm autocannon, anti-ship missiles |
| max_speed | 22 knots |
| helicopter | Platform capable |
| displacement | 750 tons |
Operators
- Azerbaijan
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