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Sea Bee Thruster

Model Single HPU, Dual HPU

Patented hydraulic thruster unit for moving sectional barge decks around a project site, with 135° steering and forward/reverse.

Description

The Sea Bee Thruster Unit (US Patent #8,327,789) moves a sectional barge deck around a project site, for example positioning along a dam face or moving material across small waterways. The hydraulic power unit is welded to the barge deck, and the outboard is raised and lowered hydraulically so the nozzle clears the bottom of the barge. Units are serviced for rental by Poseidon.

Key features

  • 24 x 16 four blade magnesium bronze propeller with stainless steel propshaft
  • 135° gear-to-gear steering
  • Variable pump for forward and reverse
  • Thrust: 1,350 lbs (single), 2,500 lbs (twin)
  • Single HPU: 110 HP Cummins diesel; dual HPU: 225 HP Cummins diesel
  • Steel frame, four corner pick points, 42 gallon diesel tank

Specifications

Propeller24 x 16 Four Blade Magnesium Bronze
Steering135°
Thrust (single)1,350 lbs
Thrust (twin)2,500 lbs
Engine (single HPU)110 HP Cummins Diesel
Engine (dual HPU)225 HP Cummins Diesel
Fuel tank42 Gallon

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