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Is there a reason these new 054A-mod 3000-ton cutters retain their navy replenishment gantry? Comments on Weibo are saying that CCG is planning to build replenishment vessels.
Look like the ones Shugart posted of Wuhu?At least 14 new patrol vessels/cutters for the CCG, location unknown. Posted by @太湖军I名 on Weibo.
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These boats are 500 tonners or less, mainly assigned for for port, river and inshore patrols and law enforcements.At least 14 new patrol vessels/cutters for the CCG, location unknown. Posted by @太湖军I名 on Weibo.
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