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$750K

1983 Custom PASSENGER FERRY

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puerto Vallarta
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$750K
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108 ft
Length
1983
Year
Other
Type
puerto Vallarta
Location

About This Vessel

This 1983 Custom PASSENGER FERRY, measures 108 ft, and is located in puerto Vallarta, powered by 3x Detroit 12V92 600.00HP.

Playa del Carmen Passenger Ferry - 108' Steel PowerhouseA Legendary Vessel Built for Speed, Safety, and CapacityStep aboard a true icon of coastal ferry service! This 121-foot OVERALL steel passenger ferry, designed by the renowned DeJong St Lebet, Inc. and built by St. Augustine Trawlers in Florida, was purpose-built in 1983 to deliver fast, reliable service between Cozumel and Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Refurbished in 1999, she is ready for her next adventure, whether it is high-capacity passenger runs, cruise ship transfers, or special coastal operations.Vessel Highlights- Year Built: 1983 (Refurbished 1999)- Builder: St. Augustine Trawlers, St. Augustine, FL, USA- Designer: DeJong St Lebet, Inc., Jacksonville, FL- Material: Steel- Location: St. Augustine, FL, USA- Registration Port: Mazatlan, Mexico- Registration Number: 2503262621-5- Numeral: X.C.P.ZDimensions & Capacities- Length: 121' (36.88 m)- Beam: 27.56' (8.40 m)- Depth: 11' (3.35 m)- Draft (Full Load): 6.5' (1.83 m)- Freeboard: 4.277 m- GRT: 245.8 | NRT: 213.2- Deadweight: 66.36 | Displacement: 42.86- Passenger Capacity: 600 (original design), currently certified for 250- Ramp Height: 7.21' (2.2 m) | Upper Ramp Height: 15.09' (4.6 m)Power & Performance- Main Engines: 3 x Detroit Diesel 12V92TA (Model 8123-7400)- Total Power: 1800 HP (600 HP each @ 1800 RPM)- Speed: 14-15.7 knots- Reduction Gears: Twin Disc MG518 & MGN 80 (4.06 & 3.52:1)- Generator Sets: 2 x GM 3-71N with LIMA 30kW generators- Bow Thruster: Schottel Model S-51, powered by GM 3-71N- Shafts: 4 inch Aquamet 18 | Propellers: 48 inch 4-blade Columbian BronzeSafety & Equipment- Rigid Life Rafts: 30- Self-Inflating Rafts: 25 (10-person each)- Air Supply Fans: Hartzell Model MDA-28 DL- Engine Controls: Kobelt- Capstan: New England Trawler Equipment Co. 5-HP vertical electricCertifications & Status- Type of Navigation: Coastal Personal- Permits: To be renewed- Route Permit: Las Islas Marias (valid for 250 pax)- IGS Certificate- Mexican Flag Registration Certificate- Current Maritime Safety Certificate- Hull Insurance- Civil Liability Insurance for 250 passengers- Updated Stability Book- Latest Dry Dock Entry: November 2025Special Features- Designed for safe, efficient transfer of passengers from cruise ships at anchor, even in challenging sea conditions- High maneuverability and robust hull construction for maximum safety- Built by one of Florida's most prolific and respected shipyards, St. Augustine Trawlers, now St. Augustine MarineThis is more than a ferry. It is a floating legacy, ready to serve or be repurposed for your next big vision.Want to see her in person or need more details? Reach out today and take command of this legendary vessel!FeaturesPASSENGER CAPACITY 600 - CURRENTLY RATED FOR 250TRIPLE 12/92 TA DETROITLEGENDY BUILDERBUILT IN U.S.AESTABLISHED VESSELEnginesEngine 1: Detroit 12V92, 600.00 HP, Diesel, 2500.00 hoursEngine 2: Detroit 12V92, 600.00 HP, Diesel, 2500.00 hoursEngine 3: Detroit 12V92, 600.00 HP, Diesel, 2500.00 hoursGeneratorsGenerator 1: GM 3-71, 30.00 kWGenerator 2: GM 3-71, 30.00 kWVideohttps://player.vimeo.com/video/1210349396Mechanical DisclaimerEngine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.DisclaimerThe company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. DisclaimerThe Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.

Vessel Overview

Year1983
MakeCustom
ModelPASSENGER FERRY
Vessel NamePLAYA DEL CARMEN
CategoryOther
ConditionUsed
BuilderST AUGUSTINE TRAWLERS
FlagMexico
Hull MaterialSteel
Hull FinishPAINT
Fuel TypeDiesel

Dimensions

Length Overall108 ft
Beam27 ft
Max Draft6 ft
Displacement245,000

Performance & Capacity

Max Speed21 kts
Cruise Speed19 kts
Fuel Capacity1,000 gal

Engines & Mechanical

Engine Count3
Engine 1 MakeDetroit
Engine 1 Model12V92
Engine 1 Power600.00 HP
Engine 1 FuelDiesel
Engine 1 Hours2500.00 hrs
Engine 2 MakeDetroit
Engine 2 Model12V92
Engine 2 Power600.00 HP
Engine 2 FuelDiesel
Engine 2 Hours2500.00 hrs
Engine 3 MakeDetroit
Engine 3 Model12V92
Engine 3 Power600.00 HP
Engine 3 FuelDiesel
Engine 3 Hours2500.00 hrs

Generators

Gen 1 MakeGM
Gen 1 Model3-71
Gen 2 MakeGM
Gen 2 Model3-71

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