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James Kirby (RV)
| Type: | Ship |
| Description: | James Cook University Research Vessel Ship Type: Research Vessel (Trawler) Length x Breadth: 19.57 m X 5.2 m Draft: 2.15 m Flag: Australia [AU] Call Sign: 2189QB RV James Kirby is a steel hulled research vessel, purpose built based on a commercial prawn trawler hull. The all welded hulled vessel has an overall length of 19.57 metres, a moulded breadth of 5.2 metres and a draft of 2.15 metres. The main propulsion unit is a turbo-charged Cummins NT855 marine diesel engine developing 300 BHP at 1800 revs. The engine is coupled to a variable pitch three-blade propeller giving the vessel a cruising speed of 10 knots. http://www.jameskirby.jcu.edu.au/capabilities.html http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/shipdetails.aspx?MMSI=503416000 |