Techincal Information

The Emerald Isle will have a top speed of 14 knots, powered by electronically controlled twin Caterpillar 1,500 HP diesels. She replaces the current ferry, which is 34 years old.

Dimensions

Length...............................120 ft.

Width.................................38 ft 8 in

Draft...................................12 ft

Passengers.....................300

Vehicles............................20

Maximum Speed.............14 knots

Propulsion........................Caterpillar 3512B diesels (2)

Horsepower.....................1,500 HP (each) at 1,600 rpm

Reduction Gear...............ZF 750, 3:07-to-1

Propellers........................Kruger 60''X48'' 4-blade Bow

Thruster..................200 HP American TRAC from Caterpillar 3116 205

HP Generators.....................Caterpillar 3304 100 kW (2)