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Freight Barge

MV 690

U.S. Official No. 277055

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Type

Freight Barge

Flag

USA

Length

59.1 m

Beam

10.7 m

Draft

3.3 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

MV 690, a freight barge flying the flag of the United States, measures 59.1 metres on deck. She has a 10.7 m beam and a draft of 3.3 m. Her papers read U.S. official number 277055. Claim MV 690 free on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network and let nearby cruisers have her back.

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About MV 690

What kind of vessel is MV 690?

MV 690 is a Freight Barge flagged to United States of America.

What is MV 690's U.S. Official No.?

MV 690's U.S. Official No. is 277055.

How big is MV 690?

MV 690 is about 59.1 m long, 10.7 m on the beam, drawing 3.3 m.

Is MV 690 on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If MV 690 is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).