FV Sandman -- Versatile Dropline, Longline or Trap Vessel
Fresh off slip -- December 2025
Purpose-built and professionally maintained, Sandman is a proven offshore workhorse--fibreglass construction, excellent range, and fully set up for line, trap, and longline operations. Launched in 2002 by Edge Boats, she presents in strong operational order and is ready to go straight to work.
Survey & Certification:
3B Survey + 3B Extended
Certificate of Operations covering all Australian waters
Approved to operate 1,500 km east of Cairns, QLD to the edge of the EEZ
Stability Book in place
Key Capabilities:
Refrigeration: 10m³ aft + 12m³ forward, plus chiller
Ice: 2 × 1-tonne ice makers
Desalination: 3,000L/day fresh-water plant
Built for serious commercial fishing, Sandman delivers range, storage, and efficiency for extended offshore campaigns.
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Region
Queensland
Location
Wide Bay/Hervey Bay Area
Reference
LV304
Usage
In-shore Fishing, Off-shore Fishing, Commercial
Launch Year
2002
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP
Length
60' 0" - 18.30m
Beam
5.08m
Draft
1.94m
Engine Make
Isuzu
Engine
Isuzu Um7WGITCX 447kw
Propulsion
ZF 550,2:1
Genset
2 x Izuzu, 27kva & 47KVA, both 415
Fuel
7,800L
Water
1000L
Berths
5
Shower
Yes
Toilet
Yes
Electrics
Shore power
Electronics
Jarrett HF radio
VMS & other radios fitted
Furuno and Simrad Radar/Sounder
Pilot
Simrad & Olec GPS plotter