This is a 232’ fast, fuel efficient, freight capable, RoPax Ferry Catamaran, built by Incat in 1995. Following the delivery of the first twelve Incat wave piercing catamarans, ranging in length from 74-78 m, ferry operators in the Far East and South America sought even faster, yet more economical, vessels that could compete more effectively with air, land and sea transport infrastructure in coastal waters. This ultra high speed Class catamaran targeted this market niche with the design specifically optimized to ensure maximum fuel efficiency and speed at any given deadweight.

As clear evidence of the success of this timeless “maximum fuel efficiency” design philosophy, the vessel reached speeds of 53.8 knots during sea trials using only 21.6 MW of propulsive power. This remains one of the fastest and most economical high speed vehicle ferries in the world. In highly cost effective operational service today it operates at speeds of 38-42 knots while carrying a mix of passengers, vehicles and freight.

Since delivery, this catamaran has proved to be an enormously successful ferry offering unsurpassed comfort, speed, reliability and economy. It is built to Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Class with the notation DNV +1A1 HSLC R4 Car Ferry “B” EO.

Aside from speed and economy some other key features of the include:

Shallow draft (2.1 m)
Passenger cabin consisting of First and Economy Class
Separate food and beverage facilities in First and Economy Class
Aft vehicle deck capable of carrying trucks and oversized vehicles
Large duty free shop with three (3) cashier points
Fast port turnaround (load & unload)
Highly maneuverable
Fast acceleration to service speed

Engines
Total Power: 21600 KW

Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Caterpillar
Engine Model: 3616
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Power: 5400 KW
Engine 2:
Engine Brand: Caterpillar
Engine Model: 3616
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Power: 5400 KW
Engine 3:
Engine Brand: Caterpillar
Engine Model: 3616
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Power: 5400 KW
Engine 4:
Engine Brand: Caterpillar
Engine Model: 3616
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Power: 5400 KW

Cruising Speed: 44 knots
Maximum Speed: 48 knots

PERFORMANCE

Range: 360 nautical miles (665 km) @ 44 KN

Speed / Consumption:

Ultra high speed: 48 knots (89 km/h) / 100 litres per nautical mile (4 x 950 rpm)

High speed: 44 knots (81 km/h) / 90 litres per nautical mile (4 x 900 rpm)


MACHINERY

Engines: 4 x Caterpillar 3616, rated 5400 KW @ 1000 rpm

Water jets: 4 x Kamewa 80 (2 x reversible & steerable + 2 x booster)

Gensets: 2 x Caterpillar 3306, 3 phase, 380 V, 50 HZ, 145 kW

1 x Caterpillar C9

Ride control: 2 x active Maritime Dynamics trim tabs

SPECIFICATION

Vessel type: Ultra High Speed Class Catamaran

Shipyard: Incat

Designer: Advanced Multihull Designs / Incat

Class: Det Norske Veritas DNV+1A1 HSLC R4 CAR FERRY B E0

Build year: 1995

GRT: 1760



DIMENSIONS

Length: 70.76 m

Length waterline: 63.90

Beam: 19.46 m

Draft: 2.10 m


CAPACITY

Total Persons: 450 (excellent panoramic views)

First Class: 94 persons in luxury seats

Economy Class: 356 persons

Cars: 50

Cargo: 19.2 metre long aft vehicle without height clearance restrictions

SAFETY SYSTEMS

Lifesaving: MES (Liferaft Systems Australia)

128 man life rafts (Liferaft Systems Australia)

Global Fire Equipment

CCTV system for fire surveillance of engine rooms & car deck

CO2 engine room fire control

Car deck sprinkler system

Disclaimer:

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.