• Today, Rodman has delivered the first unit of the Rodman 55 Patrol Boat, as part of a contract for 8 units of the same model, for the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT). 
  • This new boat will assigned to Algeciras, where she will carry out surveillance and intervention tasks in the area.

 

Rodman Polyships S.A.U., the Rodman Group Shipyard specialized in the construction of all types of GRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester) crafts, has delivered the first unit of the 8 new High Speed Patrol Boats that are under construction for the surveillance service of the Spanish Tax Administration Agency (Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria).

The delivered boat has departed from the Rodman Polyships SAU facilities in Meira – Moaña, bound for Algeciras, her home port.

The new Rodman 55s are high-speed boats, designed for patrolling in the territorial sea and contiguous zone, suppression of illegal trafficking, interception, inspection, surveillance, physical presence and enforcement of national and international laws. All these tasks will be carried out with the utmost respect for the comfort and safety of the six-person crew.

This new and important contract reinforces Rodman’s experience, know-how and expertise in the design and construction of high speed patrol boats, consolidating the relationship and confidence of the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT) in this Rodman 55 model.

 

Main Technical Characteristics:

 

Rodman 55: high-speed patrol boat

This 17 metre length overall Patrol Boat model has been developed by Rodman’s design, development and engineering teams, perfectly combining high performance, reliability, building quality and seakeeping characteristics.

The boat is fitted with two marine diesel engines, each driving Waterjets with integrated gearboxes:

  • Main engines: 2 MAN engines, model D2862 LE 436
  • Waterjets: 2 CASTOLDI Waterjets, model Turbodrive 490H.C.T.

 

Summary of Technical Characteristics:

  • Length overall: 17.33 m
  • Breadth: 3,98 m
  • Depth to main deck: 2,10 m
  • Propulsion power: 2 x 1324 kw
  • Fuel oil capacity: 3,300 L
  • Fresh water capacity: 110 L
  • Maximum speed (80% power): 55 knots
  • Range (19 knots): 460 miles
  • Crew: 6 people

This new model has been developed to meet the specific needs of the customer, in addition to the different technical and construction quality requirements of Rodman’s standard, optimising the safety and comfort of the crew and people on board.

The completion of this new order further consolidates Rodman’s position as one of the world leaders in the construction of professional GRP boats. All the professional boats and leisure crafts built by the Shipyard are highly valued and recognised by the most demanding owners, as well as by organisations and governmental agencies all over the world.