-MV Ocean Drover-
The MV Ocean Drover (formerly the MV Becrux), was commissioned in 2002 and is the world’s largest, purpose-built livestock carrier, with advanced ventilation, feed and water systems.The vessel is capable of transporting 75,000 sheep or 18,000 cattle to major markets around the globe.The vessel celebrated its 100th voyage in June 2010.
Vessel specifications - MV Ocean Drover
Length: 180 metres
Breadth: 31.1 metres
Gross tonnage: 33.774,14 tonnes
Livestock area: 24,000 sq metres
Number of decks: 9
Summer draft: 8.2 metres
Fresh water capacity: 2, 740,000 litres
Fresh water production: 600 tonnes per day from 4 reverse osmosis desalination plants
Fodder Capacity: 1500 tonnes
Air circulation: 60 air changes/hour
Speed: 20 knots Engines: Man B. & W. 7S50MC-C
Crew: 45
Source-Wellard group website
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