Boat, 32' Ports and Waterways Boat
32-Foot Ports and Waterways Boat
Number: 32301 through32350
Completed: 1976
Remarks: Stationed throughout the U.S.
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Cost: $102,000
Hull
Displacement (lbs): 19,000
Length: 33’ 4" oa
Beam: 11’ 9" max
Draft: N/A
Machinery
Main Engines: 2 Caterpillar diesels
BHP: 406
Propellers: twin
Performance
Max Speed: 20.4 knots (1980)
Logistics
Fuel Oil (95%): 200 gallons
Complement: N/A
Electronics
Radar: N/A
Design
The Port and Waterways Act of 1973 assigned the Coast Guard the responsibility for safety in these waters. The 32-footer is constructed of fiberglass. It is equipped with fire monitors and can carry 2,000 lbs. of cargo.
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