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Taiwan showcases indigenous M109 assault boat

1st February 2021 - 03:51 GMT | by Charles Au in Taipei

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Special forces of Taiwan's marines have received a new assault boat that will greatly expand the unit's mission envelope.

The Republic of China (ROC) Armed Forces showcased its newest assets in Taiwan on 27 January. The so-called Spring Guard event highlighted efforts to counter any military threat that might occur during the long Chinese New Year holiday.

ROC Marine Corps special forces demonstrated an M109 assault boat in a simulated vessel hijack in Kaohsiung.

This high-performance RHIB is built by local shipyard Karmin International, and has only recently been handed over to the military. It is 11.2m long, has a 3.2m beam and can reach a maximum speed of 46kt thanks to a V-shaped hull.

The M109 carries 8-10

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