1975 built USA tug, ABS & USCG cert, is a compact conventional towboat configured for coastal & inland svc w/ robust low-draft hull form & mechanical propulsion layout. Vsl has LOA 14.63 m, beam 5.09 m, depth 1.52 m & draft 1.52 m, arranged for shallow water ops w/ high maneuver stability at low transit speeds. Propulsion is diesel-mech twin engine setup developing tot 871 BHP, incl M/E 1 GM 2-8-71 rated 300 HP & M/E 2 rated 600 HP, interfaced via Twin Disc reduction gear to 4-blade FP wheel 44 x 40 for direct thrust efficiency in towing mode. Perf envelope incl max spd 9.0 kts & econ cruise approx 6.0 kts, optimized for harbor assist, coastal tow & utility svc rather than high-speed transit ops.
Electrical & aux support incl 271 gen set for ship svc power distribution, supporting nav, comms & deck lighting loads. Tankage comprises fuel cap approx 13.25 m3 (3500 gal US) & FW cap approx 11.36 m3 (3000 gal US), supporting extended autonomous ops typical of inland/coastal tug profile. Steering is hydraulic w/ elevated pilothouse providing enhanced visibility for tow ops & close-quarters maneuvering. Nav/comm suite incl dual VHF, dual GPS, ARPA radar, NAVTEX, echo sounder, anemometer, spotlights & weather receiver, configured for compliance w/ USCG operating reqs.
Overall, the unit represents a classic mid-70s US-built work tug w/ simple mech propulsion, heavy-duty wheel configuration & certified hull structure under ABS/USCG framework, suited for push-tow, harbor assist, light offshore utility & general marine support duties w/ emphasis on reliability, low draft access & straightforward maintenance profile.
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