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​Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Gets New T12.R Evacuation Boat with Combat Capabilities

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T12.R (Resque) boat / Photo credit: the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine
T12.R (Resque) boat / Photo credit: the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine

Ukrainian Defense Intelligence has strengthened its maritime capabilities. Its units have received a high-speed evacuation and combat boat equipped with weapons and medical supplies

Special forces of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine received a new high-speed T12.R (Resque) boat. It is designed for evacuation and combat operations on water. This was reported on the official Telegram channel of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine.

This is a unique evacuation boat. It can be used in special operations across rivers, coastal areas, and at sea.

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The T12.R features a number of innovative solutions. The bow of the boat is equipped with a ramp that allows for quick landing or evacuation of personnel. The design also features a special side opening, dubbed the "dolphin door" by the soldiers. It allows for the convenient lifting of wounded personnel or cargo directly from the water.

Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Gets New T12.R Evacuation Boat with Combat Capabilities, Defense Express
A special side opening that allows for lifting of wounded personnel or cargo / Photo credit: the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine

In the Resque configuration, the control console is positioned closer to the stern, and the central area is equipped to accommodate rescue stretchers for the safe transport of the wounded. The boat is also equipped with mounts and modules for installing weapons and special equipment.

Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Gets New T12.R Evacuation Boat with Combat Capabilities, Defense Express
Space for rescue stretchers accommodation / Photo credit: the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine

Two powerful 400-horsepower engines, combined with modern navigation electronics, provide high speed, exceptional maneuverability, and reliable performance during operations.

The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine stated that its officers had previously carried out a unique evacuation of a seriously wounded soldier at sea, using a boat provided through the "Boats for the DIU" initiative. The Defense Intelligence thanked citizens and philanthropists supporting the strengthening of Ukraine’s forces, highlighting that the new equipment will enhance both the number and effectiveness of operations on the water.

Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Gets New T12.R Evacuation Boat with Combat Capabilities, Defense Express

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