Type 80 Class (Shucha II Class) Chinese Patrol Vessel

The Type 80 Class (Shucha II Class) Chinese Patrol Vessel is a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) offshore patrol ship that represents a modern iteration of China's expanding law enforcement fleet. Officially designated as patrol cutters within the China Coast Guard system, these vessels operate as significant maritime presence platforms in China's claimed territorial waters and demonstrate Beijing's evolved approach to maritime sovereignty assertion. A distinguishing feature is the inclusion of a flight deck and helicopter hangar aft, enabling the vessel to operate medium-lift rotary-wing aircraft for extended operational reach and command-and-control functions. This aviation capability differentiates the Shucha II from earlier coastal patrol platforms and enhances its ability to project presence across vast maritime areas.