Description

Originally commissioned by the Government of Jersey, Norman Le Brocq has proven herself an exceptionally capable and versatile vessel. Purpose-built by Camarc Design as a fisheries patrol and marine research platform, she has also served effectively in a range of auxiliary governmental tasks, including maritime enforcement, customs surveillance, and environmental monitoring.

Her robust aluminium construction, powerful twin-engine configuration, and integrated daughter craft system make her a flexible platform for coastal or offshore patrol, scientific survey, or training missions. She remains in full operational service with a complete maintenance history, design documentation, and coding certification.

Specifications

Accommodation

Wheelhouse: Seating for 6 persons with central helm and full instrumentation.
Galley: Compact kitchenette with sink, hob, microwave, jet boiler and storage.
Heads: Marine toilet and washbasin.
Accommodation: Crew berths and storage space below deck.
Heating / Ventilation: Marine HVAC system and demisters, Eberspächer diesel heater
Interior Finish: Durable commercial-grade materials for low maintenance and operational use.

Construction

Aluminium hull and superstructure built by Camarc Design, UK.
Welded plate construction with integral frames and bulkheads.
Raised wheelhouse providing 360° visibility.
Self-bailing aft working deck with removable deck plates for reconfiguration.
Deck area: approx. 4.5 × 5.5 m clear deck when daughter craft removed.
Stern launch/recovery ramp for daughter craft with custom quick-release and recovery system.
Watertight bulkheads and heavy-duty rubbing strake protection.

Equipment

Trawl winch and pot hauler for fisheries and sampling operations.
'A' frame with hydraulic rams - lifting 1 ton overboard
Hydraulic systems for deck machinery.
Aluminium guard rails, mooring bitts, and fairleads.
Removable deck plates for conversion between working deck and daughter craft cradle.
Integrated stern ramp for the daughter RIB launch and retrieval.
Zodiac Mil-Pro 5.4 m SR-5.4 “SeaRider” daughter craft fitted aft.
Lifting eyes and tie-down points for cargo or survey gear.
Deck wash system - salt water

Navigation Equipment

Comprehensive and proven electronics suite configured for fisheries, research, and enforcement operations.

Simrad AP70 MK2 Autopilot Controller
FLIR Thermal Imaging Camera
Luminell Searchlight System
Furuno RCU-014 Radar Control Unit
ICOM GM600 VHF Radio
Furuno Tridata Display
Walker P1248 Log Data System
AIS Transceiver
Victron Phoenix Inverter Compact
Victron Phoenix Inverter 24/800 (230 V)
Victron Energy Skylla I battery Charger
Walker 7070 MK 2 Electromagnetic Speed Log
Plastimo Offshore 105 Compass
WASSP Multibeam Echo Sounder / Bottom Scanner
Furuno GP33 GPS Receiver

Engine(s)

Main Engines: 2 × Scania 500 hp diesel engines (approx. 5500 hours).
Propulsion: Twin screw / shaft drive.
Cruising Speed: 18 knots.
Fuel Capacity: approx. 2,500 litres (total).
Range: Dependent on load and speed- configured for extended coastal patrols.
Engine Room: Sound-insulated, fully accessible, with comprehensive maintenance records.

Recreation Facilities (Toys)

Zodiac Mil-Pro SR-5.4 SeaRider

Overall Length: 5.50 m (18′-1″)  Beam: 2.03 m (6′-7″)
Construction: Deep-V composite hull; heavy-duty 1670 dtx CSM/Hypalon tubes with five separate chambers.
Empty Weight: approx. 320 kg (no engine)  Capacity: 10 persons  Payload: ~ 920 kg.
Engine: Mercury 90 hp outboard; top speed ~ 32 kts. (Circa 165 Hours)
Fittings: Self-bailers, lifelines on D-rings, towing / lifting eyes, rubbing strakes, reinforced deck.
Water ballast system for improved stability.
Stored on integrated ramp cradle with quick-release recovery system.

Certification

Full original design and build documents available.
Complete maintenance schedule and equipment log available for inspection.
Vessel to remain fully operational and maintained until transfer of ownership.
MECAL commercial coding for 12 persons (10 + 2 crew) valid and current.

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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