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Towing Vessel

OB-1

U.S. Official No. 274969

Not yet on Master's Mate

Type

Towing Vessel

Flag

USA

Length

17.6 m

Beam

4.8 m

Draft

1.7 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

OB-1, an American utility boat, measures 17.6 metres on deck. She's built with 4.8 metres in the beam and a 1.7-metre draft. She's on record as U.S. official number 274969. OB-1 is invited to the free Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, where cruisers keep each other safe.

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About OB-1

What kind of vessel is OB-1?

OB-1 is a Towing Vessel flagged to United States of America.

What is OB-1's U.S. Official No.?

OB-1's U.S. Official No. is 274969.

How big is OB-1?

OB-1 is about 17.6 m long, 4.8 m on the beam, drawing 1.7 m.

Is OB-1 on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If OB-1 is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).