Fairbanks Morse to Provide Propulsion Engines for U.S. Coast Guard’s Fourth OPC

Fairbanks Morse Defense - Engine division will deliver two diesel engines for the U.S. Coast Guard’s fourth Offshore Patrol Cutter to provide powerful and reliable propulsion By DA Staff / 16 Jul 2021

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Fairbanks Morse Defense – Engine division (FME) has been awarded a contract by Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) to build and deliver the two main propulsion diesel engines for the U.S. Coast Guard’s fourth Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), the RUSH (WMSM-918). 

“Fairbanks Morse engines will help the OPCs perform the mission-critical task of preserving the country’s maritime security. We are honored to continue providing powerful and reliable engines to this essential program,” said Fairbanks Morse Defense CEO George Whittier. 

“No matter what the temperature is or how big the seas are, FME’s resilient engines are ready for the challenge of serving alongside each and every cutterman that crew an OPC.”

The OPCs will act as a capability bridge between the National Security Cutter, which patrols the open ocean, and the Fast Response Cutter, which serves closer to shore. 

The vessels will also be capable of carrying an MH-60 or MH-65 Helicopter and three operational Over-The-Horizon (OTH) small boats. They will be equipped with sophisticated combat systems and will enhance the U.S. Coast Guard’s ability to execute a wide variety of missions.

FME will build the engines at its Beloit, Wisconsin, manufacturing facility.

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