TEHRAN, Feb 20 (NNN-IRNA) – Two Iranian domestically built warships, were unveiled at a ceremony in Bandar Abbas yesterday, showcasing the country’s growing naval capabilities.
The vessels, named “Shahid Baqeri” and “Shahid Sayyad Shirazi,” belong to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy’s “Shahid Soleimani” class, honouring the slain Iranian commander, Qassem Soleimani.
IRGC Navy Commander, Alireza Tangsiri, said, the vessels, entirely designed by Iranians, are 67 metres in length and equipped with stealth technology and weaponry, including domestically produced long-range Sayyad and medium-range Navvab air defence missiles. Tangsiri said, of their impressive operational range, claiming they can sail up to 5,500 nautical miles (9,500 km).
Powered by four engines, they are equipped to carry three light rocket vessels and one helicopter, enhancing their combat capabilities, Tangsiri added.– NNN-IRNA
