IRIS Hamzeh (802) explained

Hamzeh (Persian: حمزه) is a corvette serving in the Northern Fleet of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy. It was originally named Chahsavar and was built as the royal yacht of Reza Shah, before being converted into a warship.

Design

Chahsavar was noted for its special design and considered among the most luxurious yachts in the world.

Dimensions and machinery

The ship Chahsavar was 161feet long at the waterline, and 177feet overall. She had a beam of 25feet, and a depth of 16feet while her draught was 10feet. She was equipped with two seven-cylinder two-stroke cycle single-acting diesel engines, provided by Gebr. Stork, of Hengelo. This system was designed to provide 1300bhp for a top speed of 14kn at 340 r.p.m. Additionally, she was fitted with a hoist provided by The American Engineering Company.

Reconstruction

The ship was refitted in 1956 by Cantiere navale del Muggiano.

After reconstruction, Hamzeh is classified as a corvette. It has also been variously described as a training ship, a miscellaneous auxiliary ship (AG)^[1] or a patrol craft (PBO).

Service history

Hamzeh rejoined the Iranian fleet in January 1998.

See also

• List of ship launches in 1936
• List of current ships of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy

Notes and References

1. Book: The International Institute of Strategic Studies (IISS). The Military Balance 2020. 2020. Routledge. Middle East and North Africa. 120. 1. 9780367466398. 10.1080/04597222.2020.1707968. 351.