Workboat 38 specifications

Owner/operator: General Dynamics NASSCO
Builder: Marine Group Boat Works
Designer: Jensen Maritime Consultants
Dimensions: 38’ x 15’ x 5.5’
Mission: Harbor towing
Crew size: 2
    
Propulsion

  • Engines: (2) Cummins QSL9M, 405 hp each
  • Bollard pull: 16,000 pounds
  • Vessel speed: 8 knots
  • Propellers: Michigan Wheel 38” diameter, 30” pitch
  • Gearboxes: (2) ZF Marine 325-1, 2.97:1 reduction ratio
  • Auxiliary generator: Northern Lights M673 LD3

Deck equipment

  • Fendering: 8” Westflex D-fendering

Communications

  • Radio: (2) Icom IC-M324 VHF

Capacities

  • Fuel: 1,000 gallons

Firefighting

  • Pumps: Barnes ICU Series
  • Onboard fire suppression system: Fireboy MA2-1000-227

Coatings

  • Hull paint: International Marine Coatings
By Professional Mariner Staff