United Boat Builders Higgins

1967 Navy Landing Craft build by United Boat Builders; Vietnam-Era Higgins boat

Landing craft vessel, formerly operated by the United States Navy. This is one of only three privately owned vessels of this typein the US. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LCVP_(United_States)

PLEASE NOTE: Some photos show the vessel as it was being updated. First photo shows how it is in the present condition.

Length 36 ft; breadth 10ft 6 inches

Fiberglass hull with the armor plating around the front and sides

Detroit diesel marine engine, type 6-71N; completely rebuilt in 2004 with approximately50 miles since that time. This boat is located on Smith Island (Ewell, MD) in the Chesapeake Bay and is used for occasional transport of materials to the Island.

Extensive updates since purchase in 2015:

Out of water for complete scraping and painting withgray marine grade paint in 2015.

Custom commercially madedoor hinges replaced and installed in 2015

Custom water-tight seal for theramp door replaced and professionally installed in 2015

Hydraulic steering added in 2017

Custom built Cab withport and starboard access doorsbuilt withmarine grade plywood and then fiberglassed in 2017. Cab is painted inside and out with marine grade paint.

New cable for the door and brand new winch for the door is ready to be installed

I purchased this dream boat in 2015 and have done the majority of the expensive work, but now have two kids in college and need the money for tuition. This boat can be seen and test-driven in Ewell, MD. Nearest mainland is Crisfield, MD with Monday-Saturday ferry service at 12:30 PM and return service at 7:30 AM. Assistance with overnight accommodations can be provided. If you come out and end up purchasing boat, we will pay for the bed and breakfast room upon completion of sale. For questions or arrange to view boat, call phone or phone.

This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history.