[1] The TPSBs perform a variety of missions such has Military Readiness, PWCS (Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security), Maritime Law Enforcement, Defense Operations, and limited Search and Rescue.

The boats are made of aluminum, designed using Solidworks CAD software in 2010 by Brian M. Shumway, and manufactured in Fairhaven, WA by Aluminum Chambered Boats (ACB) under the supervision of engineer and engineering manager Brady O'hare.

The design of the fourth-generation TPSB emphasizes crew protection and comfort over previous TPSBs.

To achieve improved comfort and survivability, the TPSBs have greater protection due to the use of ballistic panels.

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