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USCG Documented Vessel

WATER BALLOON

No. 644840RecreationalValid
Data as of · Source: U.S. Coast Guard
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Vessel particulars

Official number
644840
Hull ID (HIN)
BERM0728M82BDecode this HIN →
Flag
Us
Service
Recreational
Self-propelled
Yes
Hull material
Frp (Fiberglass)
Hull shape
Monohull
Year built
1981

Dimensions & tonnage

Length
42.5 ft
Breadth
14.8 ft
Depth
7.1 ft
Gross tonnage
29 GT
Net tonnage
23 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
July 27, 2023
Expires
July 31, 2028
Endorsements
Recreation

Builder

Builder
Bertram Yacht
Shipyard
Bertram Yacht
Built at
Miami, Fl, United States
Year built
1981
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Hailing port

Hailing port
Stuart, Fl, United States
Managing owner location
Stuart, Fl

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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