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BOATBUILDING

Outf tting the Modern

Credit: MetalCraft Marine

MetalCraf Marine’s 10 Meter Interceptor model is a formidable workboat. Def ned by the sum of its myriad parts, it really can be seen that ‘the equipment makes the boat.’

By Joseph Keefe n a business where there is rarely any shortage of pretty Interceptor line has been around since 2013, proven time boats, cutting edge designs and equally impressively and time again, and the ? rm has more than 50 orders – performing workboat tonnage, it is also true that the coming and already delivered – of this versatile craft that

I real value to any design is cemented by the very equipment comes in various sizes from 7 to 12 meters. Their new- that makes it run. Typically, however, comparing apples est entry, the Interceptor 10M is the ? rst stealth-designed to apples when it comes to selecting your next patrol, ? re, high-speed small craft for Navies, Coast Guards and Police

SAR or pilot boat is almost impossible. Until now. agencies. It is maneuverable, rugged and reliable, and suit-

Kick the tires. Pop open the hood. Put this one up on the ed to a wide range of applications like search and rescue, jacks. Spend a little time under the chassis. The MetalCraft special operations, and patrol.

T e Interceptor 10M standard conf guration at a glance …

Maximum Speed: 42 Knots BOA: 11 feet – 1 inch Weight: 11,500 pounds

LOA: 32 feet – 7- 5/8 inches Draft: 20 inches Fuel Capacity: 148-200 US Gallons

Air Draft: 11 feet - 5/16 inches Capacity: 12 people Power range: 400 - 700 HP

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