Specifications

Chapter 2 – Boat Characteristics
Section A. General Description
A.1. Design
Each Defender Class boat has a deep-V, rigid mono-hull with a stabilizing
closed cell polyethylene foam collar.
A.1.a. Hull and
Deck
The hull and deck structures are constructed of marine grade aluminum and
are welded using Metal Inert Gas (MIG) or Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)
welding techniques as required.
A.1.b. Walking
Surfaces
Non-skid material is installed on the deck areas except that a 1-inch “no non-
skid” area is provided around fittings, between non-skid pads, and around
deck drains.
A.1.c. Cabin The cabin is constructed of 5052 marine grade aluminum and is welded to
the hull. The cabin provides seating for the four crewmembers. All boat
systems operating controls are contained in the cabin. A small cuddy cabin,
forward of the main cabin area, provides access to electronics, the heater,
and the forward deck area. A hinged radar pod and the VHF antennas atop
the cabin can be lowered for transport on a C-130 aircraft.
A.1.d. Collar The collar is manufactured from closed cell polyethylene foam with an
ultraviolet (UV) stable polyurethane coating. The collar is bolted directly to
the outside of the hull and cannot lose buoyancy or absorb water.
A.1.e. Bow Post
and Tow Post
An integral bow post and tow post are welded to the hull structure. Both
posts may be used as gun mounting points.
A.2.
Manufacturer
Defender Class boats are designed and manufactured by:
SAFE™ Boats International
8800 SW Barney White Road
Port Orchard, WA 98367
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