30', Steel Other (1982/2014)

Comments

The landing craft is in superior condition. 

Vessel was sandblasted stem to stern, all sections of weak steel was replaced, and marine grade primer and paint was applied with 3 layers of antifouling paint for the hull. 1200 pounds of zinc anodes installed everywhere. Engine was removed and replaced with a similar but brand new 113 hp Deutz air-cooled 6-cylinder diesel engine, along with a new control panel. There are only 2 hours on the new engine. This was completed in 2014.

Vessel has a new PTO plus the Z-drive was removed, sent to the dealer in BC for full servicing. The propeller was serviced. 

65hp Johnson outboard motor mounted for backup. It has a special barge/houseboat prop. The outboard motor is mounted on a winch so that it can be lowered into the water when required. The outboard motor was serviced and can be removed if purchaser wishes. 

To provide more cargo space, a cradle deck was built to mount over the engine compartment. 

To provide extra stability for heavy lifts, two 20ft culverts filled with marine grade foam mounted on either side. With these in place, 8 tonne pieces of equipment can be carried.

Also installed a work light, a 25 watt VHF radio and antenna, and cell phone/VHF holder and cigarette lighter. All new fluids and filters, bilge pumps. The ramp extensions are quick release, used for running tractors aboard. The deck surface is done with anti-slip silicone sand. 

At 2000 rpm, the diesel pushes the barge at 8 knots, whereas the kicker outboard at full throttle pushes at 6 knots. 

This is an absolutely beautiful vessel. 

This would be an ideal for mussel farming.