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Key West Express Catamaran

Model 170 ft catamaran (flagship)

170 ft jet-drive flagship catamaran built by Gulf Craft, cruising at 34 knots with three passenger decks.

Description

The Key West Express is the company's flagship, based at Fort Myers Beach. Built by Gulf Craft of Patterson, Louisiana, this jet drive-powered catamaran has an average cruising speed of 34 knots.

Key features

  • 170 ft length, 38 ft beam, 5.5 ft draft
  • All-aluminum construction; turbo diesel engines with jet propulsion
  • State-of-the-art electronics and navigation equipment
  • Complete Coast Guard certification
  • Three decks with air-conditioned interiors and two exterior sun decks
  • Couches, table-top and reclining airline-style seating, full-service galley and bar, satellite TV

Applications

Scheduled passenger service between Fort Myers Beach and Key West.

Specifications

Length170 ft
Beam38 ft
Draft5.5 ft
Cruising speed34 knots
BuilderGulf Craft of Patterson, Louisiana
PropulsionTurbo diesel engines with jet propulsion
HullAll aluminum

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