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19 M - STEEL PILOT BOAT - A. H. WADIA BOAT BUILDERS

published on 3 May 2021 - 163 -

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Found on YouTube. Created by "Hitesh Wadia". Originally published on 2021-05-02.

19 M Pilot Boats designed and built at Bilimora, Gujarat by A. H. Wadia Boat Builders.
Vessels meets the requirements set by Indian Register of Shipping and is registered as RSV Type 4 Vessel of MS Act.

Hull is constructed in steel and Superstructure is in Composite.
Boats were able to achieve speeds above 22 knots.
Unique hull form is responsive and easily maneuverable.

Custom accommodation layout is spaciously arranged for 8 Crew members.
Engine room hosts 2 Main Diesel Engines and 2 Diesel Generators.

Built with highest quality and timely delivery of 2 vessels on March 2021.

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