Falaj 3 patrol boat carries unusually heavy weapon suite
By The BriefBrief
The UAE Falaj 3 class OPV is shown with a weapons suite comparable to corvettes or light frigates.
WHO:United Arab Emirates’ Falaj 3 class patrol boat
WHAT:Photos show the Falaj 3 class offshore patrol vessel with a heavily armed weapons suite, including a 76mm OTO Super Rapid gun with STRALES guided ammunition.
WHEN:Reported Aug 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM ET
WHERE:United Arab Emirates
WHY:The vessel’s armament is highlighted through photos showing its combat-capable weapons configuration.
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