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Passenger Barge (Inspected)

VANGUARD 105

U.S. Official No. 1020398

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Type

Passenger Barge (Inspected)

Flag

USA

Length

18.3 m

Beam

7.9 m

Draft

1.5 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

On the American registry, VANGUARD 105 is an 18.3-metre passenger ferry. Her hull carries a beam measuring 7.9 metres and a draft of 1.5 m. Her papers read U.S. official number 1020398. For a boat that carries people, VANGUARD 105 can lean on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free distress alerting and a fleet that's paying attention.

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About VANGUARD 105

What kind of vessel is VANGUARD 105?

VANGUARD 105 is a Passenger Barge (Inspected) flagged to United States of America.

What is VANGUARD 105's U.S. Official No.?

VANGUARD 105's U.S. Official No. is 1020398.

How big is VANGUARD 105?

VANGUARD 105 is about 18.3 m long, 7.9 m on the beam, drawing 1.5 m.

Is VANGUARD 105 on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If VANGUARD 105 is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).