R/V Wolstad is a highly configurable research and offshore support platform built to handle demanding field operations. Its combination of substantial deck space, heavy-lift systems, flexible scientific infrastructure, and project-specific configurations makes Wolstad exceptionally well suited for complex oceanographic research, marine surveys, and remote operations.
Specifications
- Vessel class
- USCG Uninspected Oceanographic Research Vessel
- Flag
- USA
- Operational region
- US Pacific (California - Arctic, Hawaii, Offshore)
- Length
- 121 ft/ 37 m
- Weight (GT)
- 149
- Range (nm)
- 6,000
- Endurance (days)
- 30
- Cruising speed (kts)
- 10
- Berths / scientists
- 17
- Capabilities
- Large configurable working deck; 12-ton forward crane; 6-ton stern crane; configurable 5,000–14,000 lb SWL side A-frame; hydraulic over-the-side deployment arm; dedicated piston-core handling system; project-specific oceanographic winches; portable wet/dry laboratory capability; hull-mounted ADCP and TSG; AUV/ROV/UAS support; Starlink communications