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Chris Carney, CPYB
2003 Willard 24' (7.32 m) Ocean Technical Services Inc. 7.3M RIB
Tiverton, Rhode Island, United States
Refit Year: 2023
2003/ 2023 Ocean Technical Services 7.3M Custom RIB
Flag of Registry: United States
- Rigid Inflatable Boats
- Power
- Used
- Gas/Petrol
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: OTS7MRB0239
Description
Up for sale is a well-proven government spec’d Ocean Technical Services Inc. hull recently fully refitted in 2023. The Otech 7.3M is a rare offering in the brokerage RIB market as there are only a few in civilian hands and they have yet to age to auction. The Otech hulls are the successor to the Willard Marine hulls both originally built with diesel power plants. Twin 200HP outboards allow this RIB to reach speeds of 60 MPH.
Highlights Include:
- New ORCA 866 Black Hypalon Tubes in 2023
- ZIPWAKE tab system
- Awlcraft 2000 Paint
- Loadrite Trailer
Specifications
HIN/IMO: OTS7MRB0239
In Stock: Yes
LOA: 27' (8.23 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 2003
Refit Year: 2023
Beam: 9' 7''
Draft Max: 2'
Draft Min: 2'
Heads: 1
Maximum Speed: 60 MPH
Cruise Speed: 40 MPH
Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
Deadrise: 22
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Awlcraft 200
Hull Shape: Deep Vee
Fuel Tank: 124 Gallons (469.39 Liters)
Dry Weight: 3000
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Yamaha
- Engine Model: LF200XCA
- Engine Year: 2013
- Engine Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 200.00
- Power KW: 149.14
- Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
- Hours: 1549.00
- Hours Date: 04-02-2024
- Engine Location: Starboard
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Yamaha
- Engine Model: LF200XCA
- Engine Year: 2013
- Engine Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 200.00
- Power KW: 149.14
- Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
- Hours: 1544.00
- Hours Date: 04-02-2024
- Engine Location: Port
Full Details
DESIGN COMMENTS & CONSTRUCTION:
The US Navy awarded Willard Marine Inc. a contract for two types of 7-m inflatable boats to service lifeboats and perform search-and-rescue missions. The standard 7-m RIB was manufactured for 25 years. In 2001, Ocean Technical Services (Otech), a full-service shipyard and RHIB manufacturer in the New Orleans metro area, took over the government contract and modified the hull.
Otech’s unique hull is designed for exceptional performance, as the deep-vee flattens to a delta-conic planning curve at the transom. The hull bottom contains a concave of spray chines that run the full length of the boat. This provides a dry ride with exceptional handling in rough waters. The design was originated by Crompton Marine Ltd., who offered 18 years of experience building and testing RIB’s in hostile North Sea conditions.
Otech hulls are a substantial transverse frame with complete longitudinal stiffeners, encapsulated in GRP running the full length of the vessel and supporting bottom spray rails. The deck is molded and purpose-built for quick tube replacement.
TUBES, HULL & DECK:
- Orca 866 commercial grade hypalon black tubes custom built by DinghyPro, Essex CT (2023)
- (5) chambers on Leafield A6 relief valves
- Double thick tube rub rail in gray
- Rope handles on tubes
- D-ring tube points
- Tube set is side bolted to the hull via backing plates
- Hypalon “drain sock” style deck scuppers
- Hull & console sprayed in black Awlcraft 2000 finish (2023)
- Petit Vivid anti-fouling bottom paint
- Custom high flotation twin OB engine bracket (2023)
- EVA marine diamond patterned foam decking
- (2) S/S transom bollard cleats
- Custom FRP hard t-top w/ storage box & recessed lighting
- Lumitec aft deck lighting in t-top
- Custom helm & mate bolstered seating w/ flip-up option on anti-shock brackets
- Helm chair covers - gray
- Black starboard tackle center
- Marine City 13” aluminum upright steering wheel w/ knob
- All seating upholstery is black ultra-leather
- Black orca cooler w/ cushion & backrest as forward seating
- Rear folding bench seat
- S/S transom & bow lifting eyes
- Custom transom (5) rod holder
- Fortress throw anchor w/ rode
- Hella Marine anchor light
CONSOLE:
- Custom Starboard interior by a professional cabinet maker
- The console cabinet houses switches & batteries allowing easy access
- Dome light
- Dometic porta-potty
ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION:
- (2) Garmin 12” 1242XSV MFD’s (2023)
- Garmin 18xHD radar dome on SeaView mount
- Airmar B150M thru-hull transducer
- ZIPWAKE Dynamic Trim Control head w/ auto pitch & roll control
- Yamaha Command Link display
- Ritchie compass
- ICOM ICM300 VHF
- Shakespeare Galaxy VHF antenna
- Fusion MS-RA210 stereo head w/ (4) Fusion speakers
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING & OUTBOARDS:
- (2) 17” ZIPWAKE Interceptor trim tabs
- The entire electrical system was rewired (2023)
- BlueSeas push-button helm switching
- BlueSeas on/ off battery switching
- Helm dash digital volt meter
- (2) West Marine G27 batteries
- Rule 2000 bilge pump on a plus switch
- (2) 62-gallon in deck fuel tanks
- SeaStar hydraulic steering w/ tie-bar & helm
- Yamaha digital throttle control
- (2) 2013 Yamaha 200 HP LFXCA outboards w/ 1549 hours (Clocked 4/24)
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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Chris was born and raised on Aquidneck Island, cruising and fishing his father's power boats from a young age. He continued by racing dinghies and small keelboats out of Tiverton Yacht Club. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island with a degree in Marine Affairs and Business, he comes to the team with the intent to build long-term relationships. His experience ranges from all aspects of marine services including private charter sailing, commissioning and diving. His passion for yachting and knowledge of boats has lead a clear career path in the industry. Chris can be found fishing or cruising the waters of Narragansett bay on his Palm beach with his yellow lab “Dublinâ€.