1953 65 Feet US Army T Boat Trawler Major Refit Ongoing

T-493 has been undergoing a major refit which includes having her superstructure raised for increased headroom inside.

We have extensive literature on this vessel but here are the general specifications:

LOA 65-0
Beam 17-8
Draft 6-0 to 8-0 depending on load
Displacement 90 tons

Built by Higgens Shipyard

Heavy scantlings, plating 1/4" mild steel
Condition is very good

Designer: Eldridge McInnis

Total fuel capacity 1000 gals in 2 steel tanks
Total water capacity: 250 gals

Cruise speed 7-8 knots, max 9.5 knots

Generator: 20KW Northern Lights

Bow Thruster

Both original 200lb Danforth anchors

Last haul out in April 2008 for hull painting

Survey in 2006

All new work accomplished according to specifications by naval architect.

House raised 12" to provide 7' headroom in saloon.

Hull plating replaced as needed.

Fuel tanks cleaned.

Hydraulic steering has been purchased and will need installing.

Bilge keels added

New large bronze portlights in house and hull to match vessel

New dogged bulkhead doors installed in water tight compartments below decks

Port and starboard doors replaced in house

New double sliding door by Diamond Sea Glaze in aft wall of house has been purchased and will need installing

This project is ready to take over for finishing.

THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL HULL, AND WILL BE CAPABLE OF TRANS OCEANIC CRUISING WHEN FINSIHED PROPERLY - WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS VESSEL. THERE IS A LOT OF INFORMATION THAT CAN BE PROVIDED TO A BUYER VIA THE OWNERS CONTACT WITH A MARINE ARCHITECT.

HO