The Shearer Group Engineering & Design
6,000 HP Conventional Screw Inland Towboat
Stock design for a 150-foot, 6,000 HP inland towboat with conventional screw propulsion (Z-drive options), 12-16 berths and large fuel capacity.
Description
A stock design for a 6,000 HP inland towboat with conventional screw propulsion (Z-drive options available), 150 feet long with 12 to 16 crew berths and large fuel and water capacities for long-haul inland service.
Principal particulars
- Length: 150' 0"
- Breadth: 48' 0"
- Depth: 11' 6"
- Draft: 9' 6"
- Power: 6,000 HP
- Fuel capacity: 90,000 gallons
- Water capacity: 40,000 gallons
- Crew berthing: 12-16
- Propulsion: Conventional screw (Z-drive options available)
Applications
Inland river towing; the design is offered by The Shearer Group as a stock design that can be adapted to owner requirements through its naval architecture and marine engineering services.
Specifications
| Length | 150' 0" |
|---|---|
| Breadth | 48' 0" |
| Depth | 11' 6" |
| Draft | 9' 6" |
| Power | 6,000 HP |
| Fuel capacity | 90,000 gallons |
| Water capacity | 40,000 gallons |
| Crew berthing | 12-16 |
| Propulsion | Conventional screw (Z-drive options available) |
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