84’ Canal Class Towboat 2600 H.P.
The 84’ John Bludworth vessels built with Cummins QSK38 at 2600 hp per set. The 84’ canal class vessel has been specifically design to push 2 to 3 barge unit tows in the canal and the river. These boats have been set up for ease of use for the crew and are designed to carry a crew of up to 6 people with significant comfort.
- 2,600 H.P., with fuel efficient, Cummins QSK 38M diesel engines, tier II EPA rated, estimated average 950 gallons fuel burn per day in the canal routes with less then 1 gallon lube oil loss
- Dimension: 84’x30’x11’
- Unrestricted Higher Pilot Eyelevel, at 34’10” (Standard eyelevel 28’0”)
- Shallow Draft Operation, commissioned at 8’0” for canal operation
- Bridge Clearance at 41’6”, with hinged mast post placed in the down position
- 90,000 bbl Barge Towing Capable, canal or river route
- Four to Six man operation, modern, comfortable, quarters
- Built to the most up-to-date USCG Regulations, designed to meet the anticipated Sub Chapter M regulations
- Safety, Performance, and Comfort are Key Components in the Design, Construction & Operation
- New Vessels with Minimal Maintenance and Operational Cost, built with propeller guard protection