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Custom Aluminum Barge for sale (1985) in Virgin Islands, British

£111,814 GBP
Listed price $149,000 USDFinance this boat

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The 'Sea Truck' is a 12.80-metre Custom Aluminium Barge currently for sale in the British Virgin Islands, with a reduced price of $149,000. Originally manufactured for military purposes in 1985, it has been fully customised in 2024 for commercial cargo transport between the U.S. and B.V.I., with legal clearance to carry cargo due to its USCG documentation. The barge boasts a 10-tonne capacity with extensive storage, including 1000 ft³ below deck, and features large refrigerated compartments. It is fitted with a hydraulic knuckle crane and boasts two 200HP Yamaha engines, a new 12Kw Kubota generator, and various amenities such as a climate-controlled helm, mini-fridge, and microwave. Suitable for cargo transport, it is fully turn-key and ready for operation.

About this Custom Aluminum Barge

General information
Make/model
Custom Aluminum Barge
Price
£111,814 GBP | Listed price $149,000 USDFinance this boat
Category
Used boat for sale
Name of boat
Sea Truck
Year
1985
Location
Virgin Islands, British

$131k PRICE REDUCTION! Now asking ONLY $149k! Owner wants it SOLD! 


Introducing 'Sea Truck', a Commercial Grade Aluminum Barge that was originally made for the military in 1985 that was fully Customized in 2024 and ready to make $$$ running goods from island to island. Fully imported to the BVI with Duty PAID! Even more importantly, she is USCG Documented and under the 15 gross tons mark which means she can legally carry cargo in between the US and BVI without the additional requirements that a USCG Inspected Vessel would require. 


She is rated for Approx. 10 Tons, has 1000 ft.³ of storage below deck that can accommodate 12 full size pallets and just over 4' of head room. She has large insulated/refrigerated compartment below deck and an additional removable 4'x6'x8’ refrigerated compartment. She is also outfitted with a hydraulic knuckle crane that was professionally overhauled & ready to move cargo, Climate Controlled Helm station with a microwave and mini-fridge, 2x 200HP Yamaha HPDI 2 -Stroke engines with just over 1k hours and a brand NEW 12Kw Kubota generator to power everything.


The seller shipped and fully imported this vessel into the BVI with the intention for his business partner to run it as a business moving cargo between the USVI and BVI but plans have changed and he is hoping to find her a good home with someone with the work ethic to put her to work transporting goods. This vessel is 100% Turn-Key and ready to make $MONEY$! 


Contact us today to make an appointment to get on board or get an offer on the table. 



Additional Information

Accommodation


  • 6’x 9’ Enclosed wheelhouse with a/c mini fridge and microwave
  • 4' x 6' x 8’Removable Refrigerated cooler box

Aft compartment: 

  • Length: 6' 
  • Width: 7'11" 
  • Height: 5' 
  • (2) Maxzone Auto Bilge Pumps 1100 GPH Model: A02-111001


Middle compartment: 

  • Length - 9' from front to gen. 13' 6" overall
  • Width: 7' 11"
  • Cargo height 4' 4"
  • *Additional 5' x 7' 11" cargo space if generator is relocated.
  • (4) Maxzone Auto Bilge Pumps 1100 GPH Model: A02-111001


Forward middle compartment:

  • Refrigerated & Insulated 
  • Cargo Dimensions: 
  • Length: 5'3"
  • Width: 7'11"
  • Height: 5'


Forward Compartment:

  • (2) Approx 4'x4'x3' Storage areas for lines, fenders etc to port & starboard
  • Center locker for anchor chain & rode



Interior Comforts and Amenities


  • AC In the wheel house
  • Microwave
  • Minifridge



Electronics and Navigation


  • 10" Garmin Chart plotter
  • Airmar P79S Smart Depth Transducer
  • iCom VHF
  • Navigation Lights
  • Horn
  • Deck Flood Light
  • (2) Rocker switch panels w/ Battery display & USB port
  • (8) Man/Auto Switches for the Maxzone Auto 1100 GPH Bilge Pumps



Electrical Systems


  • (2) Engine Batteries
  • House Battery:  12V 101Ah Everstart Marine
  • Generator Start Battery
  • 12Kw Kabota Generator (97 Hours 7/2025)
  • Victron Blue Smart 30 Amp12V Charger w/ Bluetooth
  • Single solar panel on the roof   



Deck and Hull Equipment


  • (4) Collapsible pallet sized storage bins
  • Pallet sized tote bin with lid
  • Removable Refrigerated Box Dimensions: 4' x 6' x 8’
  • Model 80 crane with an Braden BG6 Planetary Winch (this unit was made to mount on a stationary flat surface and be powered by an electric Hydraulic Power Unit)

Crane Details:

  • Morgan Model 80 Crane
  • Rated Capacity 55,000 FTALBS
  • 5.500 lbs @ 10
  • 3,700 lbs @ 15
  • 2.700 lbs @ 20
  • 2.250 lbs @ 23'6"
  • 400 Degree Rotation
  • Weight 2,500 bs
  • Hydraulic Winch 5,000 lb Planetary BG 6, including cable & load hook
  • 6 Function Hydraulic Control Valvo, Looso for Remote Mount Hydraulic System Requirements 10 GPM @ 3625 PSI 
  • Hose end fittings on the crane are BSPP Flat Face, (European)

Safety Equipment:

  • 4 Person Life Raft
  • Life Ring
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • (8) 1100GPH Bilge Pumps with integrated float switches



Mechanical Equipment


  • Port Engine: Yamaha HPDI 200HP  Model: LZ200TXR    S/N:1005254 (1025 Hours  7/2025)
  • Starboard Engine:  Yamaha HPDI 200HP  Model:Z200XTR    S/N: 1029571  (1025 Hours7/2025)
  • Generator: Kubota 12Kw Model V1505  S/N: 1NG6502  (97 Hours 7/2025)
  • Hydraulic Crane with an Braden BG6 Planetary Winch.



Tankage


  • Gas Tank: 110 Gal. (2 x 55 Gal. Tanks Connected)
  • Generator Diesel Tank: 30 Gal.



Owners Comments and Boat History


Vessel was originally a military barge used to move cargo and raft together to make bridges. Fully retrofitted and customized in Louisiana to be a cargo vessel in 2024. Shipped to the BVI and full import paid in May 2025.


Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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Measurements
Length overall
12.80 metres
Propulsion
Fuel
Gas/Petrol
Maximum speed
22 kph
Cruising speed
19 kph
This Custom Aluminum Barge has been viewed 1,287 times
Broker/Dealer Information

BVI Yacht Sales Ltd. - BVI Yacht Sales

D Dock Nanny Cay Marina
Tortola
VG1110
Virgin Islands (British)
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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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