FCB2 experimental lifeboat

carriage-launched lifeboat.It is currently undergoing trials.

It is based on a Camarc Pilot vessel hull design with twin water jets, it currently puts out a top speed of approximately convert|30|kn|km/h|0 but will be rated down to 25-27knots when the final design is put into production.

the FCB2 will use similar SIMS technology to that of the Tamar class lifeboat.

Reports are emerging on the internet, as of late February 2008, that the project will be delayed due to issues with hull performance. These are as yet unconfirmed by the RNLI. [http://lifeboats24-7.co.uk/forum/index.php?showtopic=8137&hl=]

External links

* [http://www.rnli.org.uk/who_we_are/boats_and_stations/lifeboats/lifeboats RNLI] - Fleet
* [http://www.greenmarine.co.uk/rnli.html Green Marine] - Builders