Australian Navy AWB

About 40 foot Army Workboats

40' Army Workboats were designed and built commencing World War 2 as a general
support vessel for marine defense operations. The original purpose of the 40' Workboats was
to support the Australian Defense operations including the islands to the North of Australia. The
workboats were designed by Jack Botterill (South Melbourne) and construction
commenced in 1942 with builds continuing until circa 1963.
Over 400 40 foot Workboats were built for use by the Australian Army, Airforce, Navy
and the Royal Navy. Builders during the war years included General Motors and
Ford Motor Company along with many smaller builders in all States.
A great deal of information is available at ArmyWorkBoats. Html
About Eliza
Eliza is a 40 foot Army Workboat (AWB No 4006) built in Davenport Tasmania
between1960 to 64 by Phoenix Boat Yard. An Alison MH20 transmission with large
stainless fuel tanks are fitted. Eliza was purchased from the Navy by a previous
owner where it had been based at Garden Island Navy Base WA. There are photographs with
Eliza in Cockburn Sound operating as a Clearance diver support vessel.
A major refurbishment, by the current owners, of the hull and upper was undertaken
2010 to 2016. This included 2 plank replacement, re-caulking of all planks and repair
of some decks, superstructure and all internal woodwork. Following this all surfaces
were primed and sealed with Jotun 2 pack and other paints providing good long term
protection. The keel is clad in copper sheet. This refurbishment was extensive and
detailed to preserve this important classic vessel.
Eliza has 2 helm positions with the main cabin and the flybridge. Steering is Hydralic

PRICE $22,000 ono ½ share also available
Ongoing technical and shipwright support available.