1979 Custom ALBACORE TROLLER

This 78-foot aluminum troller was built in 1979 as a dedicated fishing platform and has operated continuously in both the North and South Pacific. The welded aluminum hull carries a gross tonnage of 98 tons and measures 23 feet on the beam with a moulded depth of 11.6 feet. Power comes from a single Caterpillar C32 Acert marine diesel engine paired with a ZF marine propulsion system and Twin Disc marine transmission. Auxiliary power is supplied by a Cummins Onan marine diesel generator.

The boat's working capability centers on its 166,000-unit fish hold capacity, supported by three blast freezer systems capable of reaching -45°F to preserve catch throughout extended trips. The refrigeration system uses Carrier Transicold units. Deck operations are managed by Markey machinery winches, with hydraulic power supplied by Parker pumps and directed through a HyDrive hydraulic steering system.

Navigation and communication systems include a Garmin GPSMAP chartplotter, Simrad autopilot, Icom marine radios, and an Iridium satellite phone. Fish finding relies on Furuno sonar equipment. The electrical system uses Schneider Electric distribution panels, Rolls AGM marine batteries, and Hella Marine navigation lighting. An Atlas Copco marine air compressor supports onboard systems, while an Airmar weather station provides real-time monitoring. A Fusion marine entertainment system is installed, and Navionics electronic charts support navigation planning.

The boat includes one head and is equipped with comprehensive monitoring and tracking systems including Globalstar satellite tracking capability.