2004 Custom meta Ice-rated research expedition vessel Pilothouse in |CITY|, NU

SELLER DESCRIPTION

Launched in October 2004, this ice-strength, alloy metal, long range, prototype ship is dedicated to Arctic observation. The three main key strengths are its ability to be fully maneuverable in very shallow remote waters, its autonomy and its low running cost. It was designed to be as energy efficient as possible, relying for its heat and power on a high efficiency diesel-powered Whispergen co-generation system supplemented by renewable electricity produced by a bank of eight 175 watt Shell solar cells and a 1 kW FuturEnergy wind turbine.Built for wintering autonomously, she has been designed as a simple and efficient year-long observation platform capable of resisting Arctic ice pressure if necessary. Eight people can be totally autonomous in winter conditions for one year. Conceived and run by passionate owners, the vessel's main goal is to be an environmentally friendly educational tool about the most remote places on our planet, and can serve as a base camp for scientists, photographers, engineers and observers.VAT may apply for European buyers, please inquire. Numerous photographs are available upon request.Contact Tim Troy for further information at 443-989-8900, or call the office at 516-767-0141.

Accomodations:
The living space consists of a crew cabin and 3 guest cabins of 43 sq.ft. each. There is a galley, dining and seating area, bathroom, shower, laundry, and large workshop. There is a 466 cu.ft. engine room, 325 cu.ft. aft storage area, and 417 cu.ft. stern storage area. The work space inside is 17.7' x 11.8' x 6.8' and the work space outside is 13.1' x 11.8'.

Mechanical Equipment:
Twin Perkins Sabre M92 181 hp (135 kw) diesels7,500 liters fuel, diesel fuel Type 2,1; plus 600 liters fuel in genset tankRange in open water, 6800 nm @ 7.5 kt. wind/sea average Whispergen high efficiency co-generation diesel system for heat and power(8) 175 watt Shell solar cellsEngine driven alternators for main power while movingFuturEnergy wind turbine, 1 kW, mounted 39' up main mast, generates 2-5 kW/day of no-polluting powerCustom turbine mount for vibration absorption