R/V Connecticut Specifications PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS Length, molded 76'-6" Gross regulatory tonnage 94 Beam 26'-0" Fresh water capacity 1700 gallons Average Draft, 8.5' Fuel oil capacity 5400 gallons Deck pay load 12 tons Maximum speed 10 knots Maximum height (approx.) 50' *Cruising speed 9.5 knots Endurance - Approx. 10 days Minimum speed 1.0 knot Dynamic Positioning 7-8 Science Berths 4-5 Crew *Due to high fuel prices cruising speed may be limited to 8.5 knots