Introduction

Twin-screw motor vessel "Shalako" was designed by Ed Monk and Associates from Seattle in the USA. She was built by Alex Baxter Boat Builders, finished by Nick Rodokal in Whangarei and launched in April 1979.

The charter boat is powered by two 3208ta Caterpillar V8 engines delivering 375hp each. She cruises at 10.5 knots and has a maximum speed of 23 knots. Overall she is 14.6m long and displaces 22 tonnes.


Equipment and Facilities on the Boat Include...

• Dive compressor

• Game rigged for standup or chair fighting

• Line fishing for up to ten people

• 4m Inflatable (30hp) Ski or dive

• Two fridges and a freezer

• Hot and cold pressure showers

• Fully equipped galley including gas hob and oven, and microwave

• Sleeping up to ten adults

• Two game and six line rods

• Bait and lures available, but you can bring your own gear if you prefer

• 48'6" x 15' or 14.6m x 4.6m with twin V8 Caterpillar rated at 375hp each

• 25 x 24 4 Blade Props

• The boat cruises at 10.5 knots and has a maximum speed of 23 knots

• MSA Safe Ship Approved for a 12 mile limit between North Cape and East Cape
  The MSA Safe Ship Approval number is 126163.