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About the Vessel

The new research vessel will play a key role in expanding our scientific understanding of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The vessel is specifically tailored to meet the specific needs Chesapeake researchers. Its shallow draft provides scientists access to the broad flats commonly found throughout the region, while its twin engines allow her to quickly transit the Bay's 185-mile course.

Principle Characteristics

Length Overall (Structure Length)	74' - 5"
Hull Length	81' - 1"
Length on Design Waterline	70' - 0"
Beam	18' - 0"
Hull Depth Amidships	7' - 6"
Molded Draft	3' - 5"
Keel Draft at DWL	4' - 5"
Full Load Draft	4' - 8"
Displacement at DWL	60.19 Long Tons
Horsepower	2410 BHP

Vessel Drawings (click on picture for hi-res.pdf)


Profile	General Arrangement

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