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R/V John H. Martin - Specifications


  • LENGTH:  56 ft.
  • BEAM:  17 ft.
  • DRAFT:  3 ft. 6 in.
  • HORSEPOWER:  1300
  • PROPULSION:  Two Detroit 8V92 TA (650 HP each)
  • CRUISING SPEED:  16 knts.
  • RANGE:  400 NM @ 16 knts.
  • ELECTRICAL POWER:  12 KW Northern Lights Gesnet: 12 VDC, 110/220 VAC
  • CAPACITY:  
    • Day trips:  12 scientists plus crew.
    • Berths:  2
  • WINCH/WIRE:  2,000 meters of 1/4 inch single conductor cable on an electric winch.
    • Maximum speed 50 mpm, max load 1,000 lbs. Speed varies based on load and depth.
  • A-FRAME:  Height 116", width 102".
    • Maximum lift height will be slightly less depending on sheave and rigging. Maximum working load is 1,000 lbs.
  • COMMUNICATIONS: