R/V Katy

The R/V KATY is 57 feet long, 16 feet 6 inches in beam, 6 feet draft, 40.8 gross tons, and 27 net tons. She is powered by a single 671 Detroit Diesel. Top speed is about 10 knots. Belowdecks living quarters include bunk space for six. There is a complete galley with refrigerator and electric range. All the quarters are air conditioned. Fuel capacity is 3,000 gallons and fresh water capacity is 1,000 gallons. In addition to the normal controls on the bridge, there is a stern steering station. A wet laboratory space is semi-enclosed off the work deck, A compartment immediately forward of the wet laboratory space can be used as a day room for personnel, or can be rigged as an instrument room for research projects. This vessel's primary utilization is as a stern trawler for class trips.

For more information, please contact Rick Tinnin

Created: Thu Jan 25 13:58:39 CST 2001