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Towing Vessel
S/V VANGUARD
U.S. Official No. 554686
Not yet on Master's MateType
Towing Vessel
Flag
USALength
13.7 m
Beam
11 m
Draft
3.7 m
First reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
1
S/V VANGUARD, a workboat under the American flag, measures 13.7 metres on deck. S/V VANGUARD has a 11 m beam and a 3.7 m draft. Look for U.S. official number 554686. Join S/V VANGUARD to the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free, and built by cruisers for cruisers.
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About S/V VANGUARD
What kind of vessel is S/V VANGUARD?
S/V VANGUARD is a Towing Vessel flagged to United States of America.
What is S/V VANGUARD's U.S. Official No.?
S/V VANGUARD's U.S. Official No. is 554686.
How big is S/V VANGUARD?
S/V VANGUARD is about 13.7 m long, 11 m on the beam, drawing 3.7 m.
Is S/V VANGUARD on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
Not yet. If S/V VANGUARD is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).
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