The Safehaven "Thunder Child" Is Why You Don't Mess with The Law
The Safehaven Marine Thunder Child boat price sits around $848,800, and for that you get one of the most extreme interceptor vessels ever built: a 17-metre wave-piercing patrol boat powered by twin supercharged Caterpillar diesels, capable of 54 knots and famous for being practically uncapsizable. Here is everything you need to know about this naval-grade speedboat from Safehaven Marine.
Designed for offshore patrol, naval and law enforcement, the Thunder Child by Safehaven Marine is a speedboat that depicts authority. Thanks to its sharp lines and corners, it looks quite stealthy and aggressive and gives off stealth bomber vibes. Officially designated the XSV 17, it was conceived as a high-speed interceptor for the world's most demanding maritime missions, as Safehaven Marine details on its site.
How fast is the Thunder Child boat?
Powered by two intercooler diesel Caterpillar C12.9 engines, the Thunder Child has a combined power output of 2000 hp. How did they achieve that? By turbocharging the engines. But that wasn't enough so they threw a supercharger in the mix as well. The propulsion system was created by Metamarine in Italy, making the Thunder Child capable of going 54 knots on the surface. Thanks to its long range fuel tanks, it has a range of 750 nautical miles, enough to chase down threats far from shore.
How many passengers can the Thunder Child carry?
Despite looking like a small boat, it's really not the case. While its sleek, performance design might trick you into thinking this is a two-seater, you're quite wrong. There's more than enough space to fit 10 passengers with separate cabin and head compartments in the front cabin. Four water tight compartments keep the crew safe at any time. It also has a capsize recovery ability to quickly bring back passengers on the right side of the surface. Its sleek, sharp front is built and designed to pierce through waves mercilessly, a feat covered in depth by DriveMag Boats. It seems like smugglers will have a hard time bringing us our favorite Cuban cigars this time.
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