Tampa Yacht Manufacturing

The Tempest 44-FCI, a state-of-the-art high-speed coastal interceptor, has been introduced as its first model by Tampa Yacht Manufacturing in the United States. The 44-FCI is a 44ft (13.2 m) interceptor-class vessel with a proven design heritage that has seen historic action with US Customs and the US Coast Guard.

High-speed coastal interceptor vessel

A totally redesigned world class naval vessel, the 44-FCI is fully customizable with featured enhancements and modifications that include, but are not limited to, 360 degree pan and tilt infra-red night vision camera, 50-caliber machinegun mounts and threat level NIJ-3 and 3A ballistic protection, utilizing DYNEEMA, the world’s strongest fiber.

Designed for coastal and offshore operations in varying sea and weather conditions, the 44-FCI is capable of achieving a maximum speed of 50 knots (WOT) with a minimum sustained cruising speed of 45 knots. With a minimum range of 225 nautical miles at wide open throttle and a cruising range of 340 nautical miles, the fully-outfitted 44-FCI is a very capable and effective intercepting vessel of unmatched performance in its class.

Tailor-made multi-mission vessel

The 44-FCI is tailor-made for multi-mission operations, including identification, interception and interdiction of suspicious vessels entering a nation’s territorial waters. The 44-FCI is also ideal for search and rescue, port security, police action and the pursuit of suspect vessels for the purpose of boarding and for arresting violators and seizing criminal vessels and contraband. Interception and identification can be accomplished without question or compromise.