For Sale: 6,100 DWT Coastal Self-Discharging Sand Carrier
Vessel Specifications
- Built Year/Location: November 2021, Yangzhou, China
- Trading Area: Coastal (A1+A2)
- Classification Society: ZC
- Main Dimensions: 109.80m × 20.38m × 7.50m
- Full Load Draft: 4.90m
- Reference Cargo Capacity: 4,350 tons (lightweight 1,750 tons)
- Cargo Holds: 4 holds
- Structural Form: Double bottom / double skin
- Main Propulsion: 2 × Weichai LB6250ZLC-26, 1,324 kW (1,800 hp) each, total 3,600 hp
- Discharge System: 1 × 1,324 kW (1,800 hp) discharge engine; full load discharge time approx. 50 minutes; conveyor boom length 36m; belt width 2m
- Gross Tonnage / Net Tonnage: 5,388 / 3,017
- Next Special Survey: November 2026
- Current Status: In-service, good condition, fully equipped with high-spec configuration, suitable for domestic and foreign trade applications
Key Advantages
- Modern & Well-Maintained: Constructed in November 2021, this vessel features a robust double bottom and double skin construction, ensuring durability and cargo safety.
- Rapid Discharge Capability: Equipped with a dedicated 1,800 hp discharge engine, it can unload a full cargo in just 50 minutes, significantly reducing port turnaround time.
- Efficient Conveyor System: A 36m long conveyor boom and 2m wide belt enable efficient and flexible discharge operations in a variety of port and coastal environments.
- Reliable Power: Dual main engines deliver a total of 3,600 hp, ensuring reliable performance and efficient cruising for coastal operations.
- Immediate Deployment: Currently in active service and ready for immediate use, with the next special survey not due until November 2026, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
- Export Suitability: Designed and built to meet international standards, making it an ideal choice for export operations and global sand and aggregate transport markets.
- High-Spec Configuration: Fully equipped with high-quality components, providing exceptional value and operational efficiency for new owners.