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Revolutionary SWATH Design

This bespoke casino ship represents many firsts in the Ocean-going small passenger vessel industry. She is the first SWATH delivered for the Gaming business and the largest passenger-carrying SWATH ever constructed in the U.S. She is also the largest passenger SWATH, admeasuring under 100 Gross Tons, and the first passenger SWATH to feature "variable draft".

Unmatched Passenger Comfort

This vessel provides the latest technology in passenger comfort by reducing ship motions. The SWATH design is noted for its extremely comfortable ride in rough seas, which is extremely beneficial on the East Coast where cruise cancellations due to bad weather, rough rides, and severe seasickness had severely plagued the industry. Seasickness has been responsible for Offshore Gaming business failures.

Superior Performance

Monohulls in the 160' length range won't go out in seas higher than 5 feet. If they do, 40% or more of the patrons will get seasick. In comparison, this casino vessel recently went out in 7-foot seas with 400 passengers, and only one (1) person became seasick. Considering the above, the approximately 30-40% increase in construction costs seems cheap.

Dimensions

• Length: 160 ft.
• Beam: 65 ft.
• Depth: 23 ft.
• Draft (Ballasted): 15 ft.
• Draft (Unballasted): .9 ft.
• Speed: 10 knots
• Hull Construction: Steel

Propulsion and Machinery

Propulsion, electrical, and other machinery are located in the lower hulls. Propulsion is provided by Detroit Diesel 12V-149TI DDEC engines through ZF Marine gears. Electrical power is provided by 720kW Detroit Diesel 16V-92 TA's. A 400 hp Schottel bow thruster is powered by a Detroit Diesel 12V-71N.

Certification

She meets USCG certification under Subchapter "K", Passenger Vessels of less than 100 Gross Tons.