KM Arau explained

KM Arau is an offshore patrol vessel operated by the Malaysian Coast Guard. She was the second ship transferred from the Japan Coast Guard together with and . KM Arau was formerly known as Oki (PL-01) in the Japan Coast Guard.

Overview

KM Arau has a length of 87m (285feet) and displaces 993 tons. The ship is crewed by a contingent of 54. KM Arau has a helicopter deck to operate one medium-sized helicopter.^{[1] [2] [3] [4]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: KM Arau kapal ronda terbaru APMM . BH Online . Malay . KM Arau APMM's latest patrol boat . 15 July 2017 . 31 January 2020.
2. Web site: New Ship for MMEA . Malaysian Defence . 2017-01-20 . 2018-07-14.
3. Web site: KM Arau aset terbaharu APMM . Ww1.kosmo.com.my . 2018-07-14.
4. Web site: Hadiah kedua Jepun | Harian Metro . ms. Hmetro.com.my . 2018-07-14.