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Cape class lifeboat
PropertyCape class lifeboat
CCG · Canada
Nation & organisation
OrganisationCanadian Coast Guard
Organisation typeGovernment
NationCanada
Vessel typeMotor lifeboat
StatusIn service
Service period2004–present
Hull & dimensions
Hull materialAluminium
Length overall14.6 m (47.9 ft)
Beam4.3 m (14.1 ft)
Draught1.4 m (4.6 ft)
Displacement20 t (22 US tons)
Number built36
Machinery & propulsion
Propulsion typeTwin propellers
Engines2 x diesel
Launch methodAfloat
Performance & capabilities
Maximum speed25 kn (46.3 km/h · 28.8 mph)
Range200 nm (370 km · 230 mi)
Crew complement4
Self-rightingYes
Capabilities
Capabilities recorded4
Heavy-weather operations✓
Self-righting✓
Surf operations✓
Towing✓
Provenance
Data statusUnverified
Last checkedNever
Sources cited1

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