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LONG LAKE VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT
23.5' X 8.5' LANDING CRAFT
Project Description: The Long Lake,
Minnesota Volunteer Fire Department has contracted Lake Assault to build a
boat capable of getting fire fighting crew and equipment to islands and remote
shore areas of Lake Minnetonka, located just west of the Twin Cities
The boat will be equipped with a Center Console with a T-Top and be powered by
an 225HP Honda Outboard.
The flat bow of the boat can be lowered for quick loading and unloading, and
will be able to carry up to 8 fireman and 2 All Terrain Vehicles that can be
driven onto the boat.
The boat has also been built with storage for up to 500' feet of fire hose
that will be fed with a 350 Gallon Per Minute water Pump. The water will be
drawn from the lakethru screened intakes located on the stern of the boat.
Projected completion date : August '04
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Side doors open for on water exit and entry.Bench Seating for 6. |
Center Console with T-Top |
Long Lake Corn Fest
Parade |
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| Winch operated ramp allows for easy loading of ATV or other equipment.
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Winch operated drop down bow door,allow easy entry for personnel and equipment. Room for three ATV's. |
Boat is built on a
standard V-hull. |
Fast Planing V-Hull with delta pad allows quick hole shot and smooth running up to 45 mph with a Honda 225HP outboard. |