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Commercial Fishing Vessel

F/V DEFENDER

U.S. Official No. 1216549

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Type

Commercial Fishing Vessel

Flag

USA

Length

9.8 m

Beam

3.7 m

Draft

1.8 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

F/V DEFENDER, an American working fishing vessel, measures 9.8 metres on deck. She has a beam of 3.7 m and a draft measuring 1.8 metres. Find her under U.S. official number 1216549. Give F/V DEFENDER the backing of the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free, and a fleet that has her back.

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About F/V DEFENDER

What kind of vessel is F/V DEFENDER?

F/V DEFENDER is a Commercial Fishing Vessel flagged to United States of America.

What is F/V DEFENDER's U.S. Official No.?

F/V DEFENDER's U.S. Official No. is 1216549.

How big is F/V DEFENDER?

F/V DEFENDER is about 9.8 m long, 3.7 m on the beam, drawing 1.8 m.

Is F/V DEFENDER on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

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