🛠️ Ship Overview
dual diesel drive with manual gear shifting [b]Navigation:[/b] Basic helm interface. Due to lack of space the ship is equipped with a computer. all your info is on the monitor and should be easy to understand.
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👷♂️ Operational Role
[b]About the Patrick W[/b] The Patrick W is a compact harbor tug based in Valdez, Alaska, designed for cold-water operations and light-duty maneuvering. While it does not carry cargo, its hull form and propulsion layout are optimized for short-range pushing and docking assistance. However, due to its short length and high superstructure, the vessel is [b]unstable in heavy weather[/b] and [b]unsafe to operate aggressively in warm waters[/b] due to cooling limitations and hull stress.
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🎮 Helm Controls
Control Element
Function
[b]Space Bar[/b]
Toggle electric connectors for barge)
[b]1 Key[/b]
Reverse gear
[b]2 Key[/b]
Forward-facing lights
[b]3 Key[/b]
Aft-facing lights
[b]4 Key[/b]
Shift to gear 2
[b]5 Key[/b]
Toggle all lights
[b]6 Key[/b]
Shift gear manually
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📜 Build History & Notes
The Patrick W is a real harbor tug operating in Valdez Alaska. Its design reflects the constraints of cold-water operations and limited maneuvering space in Valdez harbor. While functional for light towing and harbor work.
⚠️ Stability Warning
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Hull design is [b]top-heavy[/b] and prone to roll in rough seas. Avoid high-speed turns or pushing against large vessels in heavy weather. Do not operate in warm waters—engine cooling may be compromised. Recommended for [b]cold-water harbor use only[/b].
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