Moose Boats delivers first 'M1-44'

Moose Boats, an aluminum boat manufacturer, recently delivered a new model named the 'M1-44' to the Naval Militia in New York.

This vessel is the first of its kind and was designed to meet mission-specific needs for New York State's Division of Military Naval Affairs (DMNA) headquartered in Latham, NY. The vessel is presently berthed at the United States Coast Guard Sector 1 on Staten Island, NY. DMNA took possession of the vessel, which is operated by the New York Naval Militia's Emergency Boat Service. The 'M1-44' is a robust offshore 13.5-metre aluminum catamaran powered by twin Cummins QSC 8.3 ltr 447kW turbo diesels and is propelled by Hamilton 322 water jets. This vessel features BlueArrow fly-by-wire controls, which is an innovative electronic steering system manufactured by Hamilton Jet. The waterjets' proven maneuverability is enhanced by the ease of the 'mooseboat' control device mounted at the helm, which allows the operator directional and speed control for low speed and docking maneuvers. The vessel's mission will include maritime safety, security, environmental response and protection of high value assets in the ports and waterways of New York State in co-operation with the United States Coast Guard and other state, local and federal agencies.
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