Story
This tug was built in 1952 by Pacific Coast Engineering (PACECO) in Alameda, CA.
Historical Notes
George Schneider (May 2026) writes: I'm told by crewmen that this class of boats had a peculiar name: When they were being built, the owners proudly called them "The Hundred Footers" which somebody mis-heard as "The Funny Boats" and that name stuck with them to the end. All 6 of the class were built by PACECO but outfitted by Pacific Drydock & Repair, Oakland CA.
They had surplus WWII engines and instead of rubrails they had one-in thick sheer strakes.
Owners & Masters
In 1952-1981 she was owned by Shipowners & Merchants Towboat Co. Ltd.(Crowley Maritime), San Francisco CA USA. Crowley Maritime later took title to her. 1997-98 she was owned by LMW Investments Inc., San Diego CA.
They sold her to Mexico-flag owners.
References
- Pacific Work Boat Magazine, January 1953, Page 13. Merchant Vessels of the United States, 1954-1989,
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 04/05/2024)
