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MK13-class missile boatlarger figure on 2 of 3
Tir-class speedboatlarger figure on 1 of 3
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Configuration
| Specification | MK13-class missile boat | Tir-class speedboat |
|---|---|---|
| Operators | Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps[source] | Iran Syria[source] |
| In service | 2006–present[source] | — |
| Type | Fast patrol boat[source] | Torpedo Boat[source] |
| Armament | 2 × 324mm torpedo tubes 2 × missile launchers[source] | x4 (2 twin mounts) 12.7 mm x2 21 inch torpedo tubes (compatible with either Chinese, North Korean, or Iranian torpedoes) x1 Dooshka 12.7 mm MG[source] |
| Name | — | Tir II (IPS 18)[source] |
| Propulsion | — | 2 shafts[source] |
| Sensors & processing systems | — | I-band navigation radar[source] |
| National origin | — | Iran[source] |
| Source manufacturer statement | — | Built by Iranian Maritime Industries (a subsidiary of the state-owned DIO company), the Bavar-class missile-armed boats are being acquired to replace the Tir-II s.[source]Only the subject, component or variant named in this passage; unresolved names do not create a manufacturer identity |