NORD-KRAFT 171,199-dwt Bulk Carrier
The 171,199-dwt bulk carrier NORD-KRAFT was built by Koyo Dockyard Co., Ltd. and delivered to Southern Route Maritime S.A. on June 23, 2000.
This is the largest Capesize bulk carrier built by Koyo Dockyard Co., Ltd., and is in service to transport iron, ore and coal.
Features
1. The vessel has nine cargo holds, each provided with a side-rolling type hatch cover.
2. The hull has the strength sufficient to allow diversified methods of loading.
3. A stern fitted with a shoe piece is adopted to obtain a good maneuverability.
PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS
Length (o.a.) ... 288.93 m
Length (b.p.) ... 280.00 m
Breadth (mld.) ... 45.00 m
Depth (mld.) ... 23.80 m
Draft (mld.) ... 17.60 m
Gross tonnage ... 85,379
Deadweight ... 171,199 MT
Main engine ... MAN B&W 6S70MC (Mark VI)
MCR ... 1,900 PS (16,107 kW) x 87.0 rpm
NOR ... 18,620 PS (13,695 kW) x 82.4 rpm
Speed (max. trial) ... 16.790 knots
(service) ... 14.6 knots
Complement ... 25
Classification ... NK
Loading capacity (grain) ... 188,204.62 m3
