The hovercraft is a fully amphibious air cushion vehicle capable of speeds up to 40 knots. The craft can operate fully loaded in winds up to 25 knots and one metre seas. It is designed to the British Hovercraft Safety requirements and Lloyds Register of Shipping requirements. The hull is constructed in composite materials with additional kevlar armour protection on the underside. The superstructure is of lightweight composite construction with polycarbonate and/or toughened glass.