Launched 1984 Aluminium construction, Powered by twin MTU 396TB83 (720kw at 1949rpm continuous)AC: 2 x Llister/Stamford 15 kva single phase 50 HZ 240v Diesel/electric generators.DC: transformer/Rectifier 240V as /24 dc and two 24V banks of 12V 86 , 85, 20 hr rated deep cycle batteries. Two 1000 x 1000mm three blade propellers. Two semi balanced rudders, hydraulically and mechanically linked. Built by Millman Services, Geraldton Western Australia. Estimated top speed of 23 knots. Endurance and range from 100% to 24% fuel, oil, water and stores is 20 hrs and 460 nautical miles. (Performance with all engines operating at maximum continuous speed)Radar, Anritsu RA 723 UA 90 n miles GPS/Plotter Koden colour video sounder(CVs)882Wagner Mk4 Auto pilot and Rudder angle indicator, VDO Wind Relative Velocity Indicator and Sumlog. 8 Permanent Berths and fully equipped galley with refrigeration and freezer facilities. Fresh air supply; ducted forced draught throughout accommodation. Air cooling/ heating- domestic type modular reverse cycle air conditioning. 3.6 m aluminium dinghy with 25 kW Evinrude carried on deck. Launching/retrieving by davit with manual slewing with electric winch. ACV Charles Kingston was designed to enable Customs Officers to administer Customs and related legislation in the coastal environment. It has operated on the West coast of Australia from Darwin to Ashmore Islands and down to Esperance and the Recherche Archipelago. General arrangement and design requirements by Customs, naval architecture, hull and structural design by the Ship Design Group of the Commonwealth Department of Industry and commerce. Detail design by the builder's subcontractor Alan G Smith and Associates of Fremantle, Western Australia. The Vessel has always been crewed by government officers with marine training and qualifications in accordance with the Australian Uniform Shipping Code (USLC) as administered by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).Throughout its service, it was Customs policy the two most senior officers would have both a Master and a Marine Engine Driver qualification. The vessel was designed to operate with two crew per watch, to allow 24 hour continuous operation for up to three weeks. In addition to operational tasks and watch keeping duties, the crew was required to undertake routine maintenance, minor repairs and ships husbandry functions. Contractors undertook the major repairs and maintenance. Throughout the design, aesthetics were compromised where necessary to maximise functionality, for example: the forward raked windscreens for better viewing, wiring and pipe work not hidden behind linings, for ease of maintenance. Both main engines have logged approximately 9000 hours. Apart from routine maintenance and minor repairs, the following have also been undertaken: Some sections of hull plating, notably in way of double bottom tanks have been replaced due to internal pitting/corrosion; The stern tubes have been replaced with thicker walled tubes; Both gearbox's have been overhauled; Both main engines have been overhauled; Both diesel gensets have had major overhauls; and the boat davits have been replaced. Suitable for Pilot Vessel, Survey Operations, Diving, Crew Transfer, Standby Support Vessel, Charter

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