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USCG Documented Vessel

R/V KEN BARBOR

No. 1307097Research VesselValid
Data as of · Source: U.S. Coast Guard
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Vessel particulars

Official number
1307097
Hull ID (HIN)
VSI43900F808Decode this HIN →
Flag
Us
Service
Research Vessel
Self-propelled
Yes
Hull material
Aluminum
Hull shape
Monohull
Year built
2009

Dimensions & tonnage

Length
48 ft
Breadth
14 ft
Depth
6.8 ft
Gross tonnage
30 GT
Net tonnage
24 NT

Documentation

A Certificate of Documentation (COD) is the U.S. Coast Guard’s federal record of a vessel’s nationality and ownership — a national alternative to state titling for eligible vessels. Learn how it differs from state registration in the registration vs documentation guide.

COD status
Valid
Issued
June 19, 2026
Expires
July 31, 2027
Endorsements
Coastwise Unrestricted

Builder

Builder
Silver Ships INC
Built at
Theodore, Al, United States
Year built
2009
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Hailing port

Hailing port
Gulfport, Ms, United States
Managing owner (company)
Mississippi State Of
Managing owner location
Long Beach, Ms

Planning to run this boat as a charter or take paying passengers? Carrying up to six for hire needs an OUPV “six-pack” captain’s license.

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