Marinette Marine Corporation has been awarded a contract by the Naval Sea Systems Command for the construction of two 35-foot workboats.

The vessels are aluminum hull construction, with an overall length of 36 feet 4 1/2 inches, and a beam of 10 feet 8 inches. Power is supplied by twin 100-brakehorsepower diesel engines. The full load speed of the vessel is 11 knots, with a cruising range of 85 nautical miles and a cargo load of 6,500 pounds.