Detroit Diesel 8-71 Commercial Workboat / Dive / Crew Transfer

Price reduction April 22
This 1969 aluminum crew boat, built in Loreauville, Louisiana, represents a rugged and proven commercial platform designed for reliability and practical offshore service. Gulf Coast built workboats from this era are well known for their durability and straightforward systems, making them highly desirable for operators seeking a dependable utility vessel.

Powered by a Detroit Diesel 8-71, the vessel benefits from one of the most widely recognized and serviceable commercial marine engines ever produced. The propulsion system consists of a traditional single-shaft drive with a 28" bronze three-blade propeller, offering dependable and efficient performance for crew transfer and harbor operations.

The vessel features a functional commercial layout with walkaround catwalks, open working deck space, and a protected pilothouse providing excellent visibility. The interior includes bench seating suitable for transporting crew and personnel, making the boat well suited for marine construction support, dive operations, pilot service, or harbor utility work.

Navigation equipment includes Furuno GPS and radar, dual VHF radios, and a dash-mounted compass, providing the essential electronics required for commercial operation.

• Aluminum commercial hull

• Detroit Diesel 8-71 main engine

• Hydraulic steering

• Single shaft with 28" bronze propeller

• Walkaround

• Enclosed pilothouse

• Bench seating for crew transport

• Furuno GPS and radar

• Two VHF radios

Specifications

Type: Crew Boat / Pilot Boat
Year: 1969
Builder: Loreauville, Louisiana
Construction: Aluminum

Length Overall: 38'
Beam: 11'
Draft: 5'

Engine: Detroit Diesel 8-71
Steering: Hydraulic

Propeller: 28" three-blade bronze
Fuel Tank: Aluminum

Gross Tons: 11
Net Tons: 7

Classic Gulf-built aluminum crew boat with Detroit 8-71 power. Vessel currently operating in commercial service and suitable for crew transfer, marine construction, diving operations, or harbor utility work.

Well suited for operators seeking an affordable aluminum commercial vessel with reliable mechanical systems.