Rare Opportunity – SWATH Slice Vessel for Sale! 

A vessel like no other — this 29m SWATH Slice, born from an innovative Lockheed Corporation project, delivers unmatched stability, comfort, and versatility. Built for offshore and crew transport, its unique twin-hull design also means it can be adapted as a luxury or pleasure craft, offering exceptionally smooth cruising even in rough seas.

Vessel Overview

Type: SWATH Slice Crew Transport Vessel

Length: 29.30 m (≈ 96.1 ft)

Length at Waterline: 25.61 m (≈ 84.0 ft)

Beam: 16.10 m (≈ 52.8 ft)

Draft (Laden): 3.25 m (≈ 10.7 ft)

Flag: Mexico

Class/Rating: Coastal Water Trading

Construction: Aluminium

Builder: FBMA Philippines

Launched: 2006

Location: Gulf of Mexico

Technical Specifications

Main Engines: (2) Cummins KTA-50 M2

Power: (2) x 1343 kW / 1800 bhp @ 1900 rpm

Fuel Type: Diesel

Max Speed: 20 knots

Service Speed: 19 knots @ 90% MCR

Propulsion: (2) Controllable Pitch Propellers

Aux Engines: (2) x 188 kW / 252 bhp each

Generators: AC 450v / 120v / 208v – 30 kVA – 24 VCD

Bow Thruster: 175 hp – 1000 rpm, 4-blade

Capacity & Consumption

Fuel Capacity: 26,000 L (≈ 6,668 gallons)

Fuel Consumption: 621.5 L/hr (≈ 164.2 gal/hr)

Water Capacity: 3,028 L (≈ 800 gallons)

Crew & Passenger Details

Crew: 6 (Bridge Crew)

Passenger Seating: 150 total

Tonnage

DWT: 50.13

GRT: 494

NRT: 149

Highlights

Superior stability from SWATH twin-hull design

High passenger capacity — ideal for offshore or crew transfers

Lightweight aluminium build for fuel efficiency

Ready for conversion to research or luxury use

Proven performance in Gulf of Mexico conditions

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.