Kingisepp Machinery Plant (KMZ) has successfully completed sea trials with the RPK-640 and PK-500 patrol craft, based on a large contract for the Russian Emergency Services worth a total of 2.76 billion rubles.
A press release published by KMZ noted that the vessels are part of a large contract for the construction of 199 multipurpose craft. Chinese-manufactured engines were procured for the boats, and have already proved their worth during testing.
“This is a new development from our Chinese partners. They are now actively engaged in this line of engines, and they are expanding. Previously, they had a maximum of 130 horsepower, this year they have already introduced a new motor with 200 horsepower. Previously, we would buy Mercury motors from Yamaha, but due to sanctions, this is difficult now. Further, they have plans to develop up to 450 horsepower, so in about a year we expect more powerful motors,” the press release noted.
The KMZ military-industrial holding specializes in the production of boats for various purposes, small vessels, and marine drones. The company also produces diesel, heat exchange, and deck equipment, and repairs and maintains diesel and gas turbine engines, generators, and reduction gear.
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