Submitted by keith on Thu, 2007-10-11 16:27
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Hello folks! It has been some time since I last give you people some laughter and interesting images. Here I have today is a cargo ship - Emma Maersk, which is several times larger than an aircraft carrier!
According to some unknown sources, the World's Largest Cargo Ship is capable of handling 15,000 containers and a 207' beam; given its extreme gigantic size,
The 207' beam was specifically design in such a way so that the ship can be used for transpacific purposes. Moving at a high speed of 31 knots (compared to normal container ship that travels between 18 and 20 knots), this cargo ship is able to deliver goods in much shorter time, and is exceptionally useful for transporting perishable goods.
The details of the ship is given at the bottom, after the images...
Information
Name of Cargo Ship: Emma Maersk
Country of Origin: Denmark
Length: 1,302 feet
Width: 207 feet
Net Cargo: 123,200 tonnes
Engine: 14 in-line cylinders, powered by Diesel engine (110,000 BHP)
Cruise Speed: 31 knots
Cargo Capacity: 15,000 TEU (1 TEU = 20feet 3 container)
Crew: 13 members
Construction: built with at least three sections, floated together and welded
Height: Command bridge is higher than 10-storey building
Crane Rigs: 11 crane rigs operating simultaneously
Amazing, isn't it?
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