TAKAVAR 5

TAKAVAR 5 (IMO: 7378169) sailing under the Iran flag.

Vessel Identification

• MMSI: 422811000
• IMO Number: 7378169
• Call Sign: EPPP
• Flag State: Iran
• Vessel Type: Landing Craft

Specifications

• Gross Tonnage: 1,157 GT
• Year Built: 1976
• Length Overall: 65.0 m
• Beam: 14.0 m

Propulsion

• Engine Type: Diesel
• Propulsion: Twin Screw

Shipyard

• Year Built: 1976

Owner / Operator

• Owner: Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN)
• Flag: Islamic Republic of Iran

Operating Region

• Primary Area: Persian Gulf
• Secondary Area: Gulf of Oman
• AIS Region: Middle East / Iranian Territorial Waters

Vessel Description

TAKAVAR 5 is a military landing craft operated by the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN). The vessel belongs to the Takavar-class series of Iranian naval amphibious assets. As a landing craft, she is designed for the transport and shore delivery of troops, vehicles, and military equipment in amphibious operations. The vessel operates primarily within the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman under Iranian naval command. Built in 1976, the vessel has served as part of Iran's amphibious warfare capability for several decades. The name Takavar () translates to Commando in Farsi, reflecting the vessel's military assault and expeditionary role.