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Design 688 River Steamer


This vessel was designed with sufficient power and maneuverability to negotiate the rapids of the Upper Yangtze River in China. Dry cargo was carried on the main deck and loaded through side ports. Hull tanks were installed to carry 615 tons of Tung Oil.

Passenger Capacity
1st Class - 24
2nd Class - 36
3rd Class - 201

Power Plant
Steam - Twin screw - Twin uniflow engines - Two water tube boilers
2,400 shaft horsepower for 15 knots

Principal Characteristics
LOA 253-0"
Beam 48-0"
Draft 8-0" (light ship) 12-0" (full load)

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