Z429

Project introduction

During the project, our task was to refit a Z400 type self-propelled dry cargo ship. The goal of the ship’s owner was to create a ship suitable for carrying out waste disposal tasks in the Tisza-river

Main characteristics

  • Type: Self propelled cargo barge
  • Operating zone: Inland waters, 3rd zone

Main dimensions

  • Length:56 m
  • Beam: 8,3 m
  • Displacement: 536,4 t
  • Cargo capacity: 421,6 t

Construction design

Welded steel structure

Main tasks completed

  • On-site survey
  • 3D model of the ship based on original plans and the on-site survey
  • Designing the refit of the aft part
  • Design of the refit of the propulsion system
  • Designing the refit of the middle part suitable for receiving a hydraulic excavator
  • Strength calculation
  • Stability booklet
  • Construction plans

Project participants

  • Vonalterv kft.