ST-class armored boat

Class overview
NameST-class armored boat
BuildersMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Yokohama
Operators Imperial Japanese Army
Preceded bySōkōtei-class
In service1940–1945
General characteristics
TypeArmored boat
Length11 m (36.09 ft) o/a
Beam2.0 m (6.56 ft)
Draught1.1 m (3.61 ft)
Installed power150 hp
PropulsionDiesel engine
Speed9.65 knots (17.9 km/h)
Armament1 x 37 mm tank gun

The ST-class was a type of armored boat of the Imperial Japanese Army that saw service during World War II. She was developed in 1940 (Showa 15) mainly for riverine patrol in China, a role that was previously served by the Soukoutei-class armored boat. The prototype was 11 meters long with a beam of 2.00 meters and a draught of 1.10 meters. Her speed was 9.65 knots. All ships were built at the Yokohama shipyard of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries She was armed with a 37 mm gun (jp:狙撃砲).

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