E.Y.E. Marine designed this ice breaking pond support vessel for Exxon for use in the Alberta tar ponds, based loosely on previous designs for Breaker 1 & 2 and Breaker 3, but with a shallower draft, a change in propulsion, an A-frame and bow ramp forward, among other differences. Detailed production and system drawings and lofted parts were produced for Hike Metal Products Ltd.
Particulars
| Length of hull: | 13.51 m |
| Beam: | 4.5 m |
| Depth: | 1.5 m |
| Cruise Speed: | 9 knots |
| GRT: | 14.88 GT |
| Complement: | 6 crew |
| Main Engines: | 2x 186 kW, Hydraulic Drive Units |
| Classification: | Minor Waters, Class I |
| Owner: | Exxon |
| Shipyard: | Hike Metal Products Ltd. |
Machinery and Auxiliary Systems
This vessel is propelled by dual hydraulic thruster drive units by Hydraulic Marine Systems, that can be tilted up out of the way in shallow conditions.
Outfitting
E.Y.E. Marine designed an A-frame and bow ramp for the forward end of the vessel.
Construction
Constructed of welded steel, with an aluminum wheelhouse.
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