AFRA stands for Average Freight Rate Assessment. As the name suggests, Aframax are medium-sized oil tankers with a dead weight tonnage (DWT) between 80,000 and 119,999. Though relatively small in size in comparison to VLCC and ULCC, Aframax tankers have a capacity to carry up to 120,000 metric tonnes of crude oil. They are just ideal for short to medium-haul oil trades, and are primarily used in regions of lower crude production, or the areas that lack large ports to accommodate giant oil carriers. AFRA system was created in 1954 by Shell Oil to standardize contract terms. Though relatively smaller than Very Large Crude Containers (VLCC) and the Ultra Large Crude Containers (ULCC), the tanker has a cargo carrying capacity between 70,000 and 100,000 metric tonnes. The average cargo carrying capacity of Aframax is approximately 750,000 barrels. Due to their favorable size, Aframax tankers can serve most ports in the world.…
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Titanic Hull building from Wood – Building log by SavyBoat Models
We are building a Titanic wood hull 100cm or 40″ in length which including many details as the real ship.
Chris-Craft Launch 22
Chris-Craft Launch 22 is small, spacious and stylish, made for water-sports of all kinds. Accommodating a group of up to 8 passengers, the Launch 22 combines incredible Chris-Craft details with quick acceleration and agile handling. A wide, flared hull creates the space for a large U-shaped bow pit, and a 3-person aft bench makes it ideal for socializing, sunbathing and relaxing. Length overall 23’5″ 7.14 m Waterline length 21’8″ 6.6 m Beam maximum 8’3″ 2.52 m Dry weight 4,109 lbs 1,823 kg Fuel capacity 58 gal 219.6 ltr Water capacity 9 gal 34 ltr Maximum persons 8 If you want to commissioning this model please contact us at info@savyboat.com