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Named after the renowned French explorer, the Jean Ribault launched from Atlantic DryDock and Marine in Jacksonville in 1996. The 40-car capacity Jean Ribault is the primary vessel used in the St. Johns River Ferry service. The vessel features two independent computerized propulsion systems, as well as modern navigation systems including radar, DGPS and communication equipment.
| Jean Ribault |
| Engines |
(2) Detroit Diesel 12V149 |
| Horsepower |
1,500 combined |
| Speed |
11 Knots |
| Length overall |
153.6 feet |
| Beam |
56 feet |
| Draft |
7 feet |
| Gross tons |
1,131 ITC |
| Net tons |
567 ITC |
| Vehicles |
40 |
| Passengers |
206 |
| Crew |
7 |
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The 50-car capacity Blackbeard provides a back-up when the Jean Ribault is undergoing maintenance. The Blackbeard was built in 1956 and is expected to be retired in 2008.
| Blackbeard |
| Engines |
(2) Detroit Diesel 12V149 |
| Horsepower |
1,500 combined |
| Speed |
8 Knots |
| Length overall |
185 feet |
| Beam |
52 feet |
| Draft |
7 feet |
| Gross tons |
537 ITC |
| Net tons |
365 ITC |
| Vehicles |
50 |
| Passengers |
207 |
| Crew |
7 |
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