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Tank Barge
HMC 502
U.S. Official No. 553259
Not yet on Master's MateType
Tank Barge
Flag
USALength
45 m
Beam
16.5 m
Draft
3 m
First reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
1
HMC 502 is an American tank vessel — 45 metres overall. She has a beam measuring 16.5 metres and a draft of 3 m. Officially she's U.S. official number 553259. HMC 502 belongs on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, a free safety net shared by boats the world over.
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Distress Mesh
Mayday & Pan-Pan that ripple out to nearby cruisers — a watch network that has your back.
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About HMC 502
What kind of vessel is HMC 502?
HMC 502 is a Tank Barge flagged to United States of America.
What is HMC 502's U.S. Official No.?
HMC 502's U.S. Official No. is 553259.
How big is HMC 502?
HMC 502 is about 45 m long, 16.5 m on the beam, drawing 3 m.
Is HMC 502 on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
Not yet. If HMC 502 is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).
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