BN265 Van Wijk class “8” KNRM HINDELOPEN
The Van Wijk class is the new justifiably “pride” of HABBEKE SHIPYARD’s building program. 4 vessels are ordered by Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution KNRM http://www.knrm.nl/ The new Van Wijk class can rescue up to 50 people and has shown her worth and ability in the dangerous seas around The Netherlands. In 2020 the design of the well known Valentijn class was modified; by making the boats slightly longer, a larger work deck at the stern was created and the wheelhouse provides more comfort to the crew.
The Van Wijk class is designed by W. de Vries Lentsch and Gaastmeer design
These vessels are built according to the standards and rules of Lloyds according the Grey boat code
Delivery for 2025
Specifications:
Length overall: 11.50m
Length of hull: 10.83m
Maximum Beam (over the tubes): 4.10m
Beam (hull): 3.59m
Draft: 0.70m
Weight: 10 ton
Fuel capacity: 1270 liters
Performance: 35 knots
Action radius (full power): 6 hours
Material: Aluminium H321
Engines: 2x Volvo-Penta D6-440, 2x440hp
Reduction: 2x Twin Disk MG 5062SC (red. 1.71:1)
Waterjets: 2x Hamilton HTX30
Launch Method: Carriage/afloat