AMMCO 12″ HYDRAULIC CUTTERHEAD DREDGE “CAROLINE” – SERIAL NO. 7302

For Sale by Auction in
Louisiana, US

This AMMCO 12″ Hydraulic Cutterhead Dredge, known as “CAROLINE”, represents a turnkey inland dredging platform built for commercial production in protected waters, mine sites, channels, and marine construction projects. Originally constructed by AMMCO in 1973 and substantially rebuilt and repowered in 1995, the vessel underwent an additional hull refurbishment in 2014 and was found by…

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Item description:

This AMMCO 12″ Hydraulic Cutterhead Dredge, known as “CAROLINE”, represents a turnkey inland dredging platform built for commercial production in protected waters, mine sites, channels, and marine construction projects. Originally constructed by AMMCO in 1973 and substantially rebuilt and repowered in 1995, the vessel underwent an additional hull refurbishment in 2014 and was found by an independent marine surveyor to be in satisfactory operating condition for continued inland service. Can be broke down for transport and will take 5 truck loads.

Specifications:

  • Manufacturer: AMMCO

  • Model: 12″ Hydraulic Cutterhead Dredge

  • Vessel Name: CAROLINE (formerly “Sandblaster”)

  • Serial Number: 7302

  • Year Built: 1973

  • Rebuilt/Repowered: 1995

  • Hull Refurbishment: 2014

  • Length: 65 ft.

  • Beam: 24 ft.

  • Depth: 5 ft.

  • Draft: 3 ft.

  • Type: Non-Propelled Diesel Powered Inland Cutterhead Dredge

Power & Pump Package:

  • Caterpillar 3412 Turbo Diesel

    • Approx. 700 HP @ 2,100 RPM

    • Drives GIW dredge pump through PTO clutch and multi V-belt system

  • GIW 14″ x 12″ Dredge Pump

  • Auxiliary Hydraulic Power Unit:

    • Caterpillar 3306 Turbo Diesel

    • Approx. 300 HP @ 1,800 RPM

Cutterhead & Dredging Equipment:

  • Hydraulic cutterhead dredging system

  • Approx. 40 ft. digging ladder

  • 150 HP KYB radial cutterhead drive motor

  • 7:1 gearbox reduction

  • Cutterhead hydraulic motor and gearbox replaced with new units

  • (2) Hydraulic swing winches

  • (1) Hydraulic ladder hoist winch

  • (2) Self-raising stern spuds

    • Approx. 16″ diameter x 50 ft. length

  • Extensive hydraulic controls, cylinders, valves, piping, and hoses

Highlights:

  • Fully assembled and ready for operation

  • Estimated transport requirement: 5 truckloads

  • Buyer responsible for startup and commissioning after relocation

  • Includes Hypack GPS system

  • Includes Tide Gauge

Location: Yank’s Marine Services | 427 Main Street, Dorchester, NJ

Questions? Call Kurt Sonnier at 225-363-8778 or email [email protected] | SELLING SUBJECT TO OWNER CONFIRMATION

Additional Information:

This dredge is being offered by the owner and presents an opportunity for contractors, marine construction firms, municipalities, and dredging operators seeking a complete dredging package.