"Independence" is a 33.84m Tuna Purse Seine, a highly specified steel vessel with an impressive amount of deck space and heavy net hauling equipment suited to a wide range of commercial fishing operations. She is powered by a MWM TBD 4408 diesel engine, Caterpillar 3304 generator coupled to a Mecca Alte 125 Kva alternating set and a Caterpillar 3306 generator coupled to a Caterpillar SR4B 200KVA alternating set. Navigation is made easy with the assistance of an extensive range of electronics featuring a Furuno FCV 291, Furuno RCU-014, Furuno FR 7111, C Plot TMQ, Furuno CSH-05, Furuno GP 32, Resco Tokyo Keiki Gyro/Auto Pilot System and plenty more.
"Independence" is certified to 3B Survey for 12 Crew and sports impressive overnight capacity with tidy accommodation for up to 14 crew across 4 cabins. Coupled with a large settee area and a well-appointed galley featuring two large fridge/freezers, 4 burner stove-top, oven, microwave and plenty of dry storage space, this weapon presents a brilliant option for extended voyages offshore!
**AMSA 5 year Survey compelted March 2025**
Recent Maintenance & Inspection (March 2025):
- The vessel was slipped in March 2025 in line with AMSA's 10-year survey requirements. As part of the inspection:
- Hull thickness testing was conducted and met all AMSA standards.
- Anchor was ranged, and rudder, stock, shaft, and sea valves were removed for inspection.
- The inspection reported no evidence of deficiencies or corrosion.
- Previous repairs to the aft keel section were inspected and found to be in sound condition.
A full inspection report is available upon request.
Key Features:
- AMSA Survey: 3B, 12 Crew
- MWM TBD 4408 Diesel Engine Reintjes Gearbox Wel 404 2.0:1
- Caterpillar 3304 coupled to a Mecca Alte 125 Kva alternating set & Caterpillar 3306 coupled to a Caterpillar SR4B 200KVA alternating set
- Huge amount of deck space for commercial fishing operations
- Well-equipped galley with large settee and a range of amenities
- Overnight accommodation for up to 14 across 4 cabins
- Furuno FCV 291
- Furuno RCU-014
- Furuno FR 7111
- C Plot TMQ
- Furuno CSH-05
- Furuno GP 32
- Furuno Satellite Compass
- Arrow Electronic Watch Alarm
- Resco Tokyo Keiki Gyro/Auto Pilot System
- Robertson RI
- Icom IC M505 VHF
- Tait TM9155 Digital Radio
- Condan 8528S HF with Codan 8560 Tuner
- Airphone LEF-5 Intercom
- Westinghouse Satellite Phone
- Thrane & Thrane VMS with Distress System
- GME GR9000 CD/MP3
- Purse Winch
- Overshoot Winch
- Petrol Net Hauler
- Petrol Net Stacker
- Anchor Winch
- Purse Seine Net (Large)
- Carrier Refrigeration System
& Plenty More!
Tender Included:
- 3x 5m Aluminium Tenders, Outboards, 1x 70HP, 2x 130HP both Centre Console
- 1x "Growler" Net Skiff ~9m length, Inboard 320hp 671 Detroit Diesel 2 Stroke, Built 1998, Gearbox rebuilt in 2016
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Caterpillar 3304 coupled to a Mecca Alte 125 Kva alternating set & Caterpillar 3306 coupled to a Caterpillar SR4B 200KVA alternating set
Fuel
61,400L
Water
17.4t
Accommodation
2 Cabin's Forward each with a single berth, 8 Berth cabin forward, 2 berth masters cabin accessed via the bridge - All present in tidy condition
Cabins
4
Berths
14
Galley
Well-equipped galley with large settee, 2 x large fridge/freezers, 4 burner stove-top, oven, microwave and plenty of dry storage space
Refrigeration
2 x Large Refrigerators
Freezer
2 x Large Freezers
Stove
4 Burner Stove Top & Oven
Toilet
2
Electronics
Furuno FCV 291
Furuno RCU-014
Furuno FR 7111
C Plot TMQ
Furuno CSH-05
Furuno GP 32
Furuno Satellite Compass
Arrow Electronic Watch Alarm
Resco Tokyo Keiki Gyro/Auto Pilot System
Tokyo Keiki Magnetic Compass
Ribertson RI
Icom IC M505 VHF
Tait TM9155 Digital Radio
Condan 8528S HF with Codan 8560 Tuner
Airphone LEF-5 Intercom
Westinghouse Satellite Phone
Thrane & Thrane VMS with Distress System
GME GR9000 CD/MP3