2016 Custom Commercial Research Riverboat

This 94-foot steel-hulled riverboat was built in 2016 as a commercial research vessel designed to carry up to 150 passengers. The boat features a spacious layout suited for group transit, environmental education, wildlife observation, and guided tour operations. Its broad beam of 26 feet provides stability and interior volume for accommodating large groups on the water.

The vessel is equipped with three operational diesel generators—two John Deere 6081 units and one John Deere 4045—that power the boat's electrical systems, lighting, navigation electronics, and passenger service equipment. This redundant power setup ensures reliable operation during extended commercial use.

The steel hull and primary structure are in sound condition and provide a strong foundation for continued operation. The vessel's original hybrid propulsion system is beyond repair and inoperable, requiring a complete repower. This represents a significant project that will allow a new owner to install modern marine engines or alternative propulsion technology suited to their operational requirements and local regulations.

As a purpose-built commercial passenger platform, this boat offers substantial capacity for commercial applications including tour operations, ferry service, wildlife viewing excursions, and charter work. The vessel's design accommodates organized group activities and interpretive programming while maintaining the structural integrity needed for reliable long-term commercial use.