Portman Type 2

The Portman II is a underwater Knightmare Frame first fielded by the Holy Britannian Empire in. It largely replaced the original Portman as the primary naval Knightmare Frames and is also capable of land engagements, as well as air combats. It was first deployed in mass in an attempt by Suzaku Kururugi to capture the Black Knights, but failed as a plan set by Zero destroyed most, if NOT all, of them. They were later seen in a failed attempt (thanks to Rolo Lamperouge) to shoot down the Shinkiro when the Black Knights turn against Zero, when they learn of his identity and his Geass power. Lastly, a single Portman II appeared during the Battle of Mt. Fuji as part Lelouch's infiltration squadron. Upon being the last unit to try to enter, it was destroyed when it crashed against the reformed blaze luminous shields of Damocles.

Design and Specifications
The Portman II was created after the success of the initial Portman. It is considerably faster and more specialized than its predecessor, though it still shares the same weaponry. Compared to the original, the Portman II adds an extra pair of forearm-mounted turbines on its design and replaces three-fingered claws with a smaller five-digit hands. It can be fit with an optional Float Unit backpack, consequentially changing the machine designation to RMI-U14FA Portman II Air.