There are grab rails all over the boat, and the bow rail rises to mid-chest. The main deck is molded as a single unit from the bow to the saloon foredeck. Because weight is not critical in a displacement boat, low horsepower is more than adequate. A bulbous bow further reduces horsepower needs and lessens pitching in head seas. More than 7,000 lb. of ballast keep her stable as she consumes fuel.
Large scuppers drain water quickly.
Hydraulics operate most of the machinery, including the bow thruster, anchor windlass, davits and emergency bilge pump that manifolds to three watertight compartments. The hydraulics run off the Lugger 984, a 70 hp diesel that also serves as the backup engine should the main propulsion diesel fail. Two 20kW Northern Light gensets provide electrical power. Fuel 2,450 gal. Water 525 gal.