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What is the Cape Wrath ship used for?

What is the Cape Wrath ship used for?

CAPE WRATH (IMO: 7826166) is a Logistics Naval Vessel that was built in 1981 (41 years ago) and is sailing under the flag of USA. It’s carrying capacity is 32187 t DWT and her current draught is reported to be 7.5 meters….CAPE WRATH.

Flag Vessel Name Last Reported
HUAL TRADER 1992-12-31 UTC
HOEGH TRADER 1981-12-31 UTC

What kind of ship is the Cape Wrath?

MV Cape Wrath (T-AKR-9962) was originally built as a commercial ship in 1982 and sold to the Grace Marine Company with the name Hual Trader. She has a sister ship named MV Cape Washington….MV Cape Wrath (T-AKR-9962)

History
United States
Class and type Cape W-class roll-on/roll-off
Displacement 53,652 long tons
Length 697 feet

What kind of ship is the Cape Washington?

MV Cape Washington (T-AKR-9961) was originally built as a commercial ship in 1982 and sold to the Grace Marine Company with the named Hual Transporter. She has a sister ship named MV Cape Wrath….MV Cape Washington (T-AKR-9961)

History
United States
Class and type Cape W-class roll-on/roll-off
Displacement 53,652 long tons
Length 697 feet

How do I get to Cape Wrath?

The only way to access the road without hiking over moorland is by the Cape Wrath Ferry, a foot passenger only boat, which crosses the Kyle. Our bus service provides a tour along the 11 mile track. Remember, Cape Wrath Mini Bus is the only vehicular option available to the public on Cape Wrath Peninsula!

Is Cape Wrath accessible by car?

There is no transportation method for public vehicles to reach it. The only way to access the road without hiking over moorland is by the Cape Wrath Ferry, a foot passenger only boat, which crosses the Kyle. Remember, Cape Wrath Mini Bus is the only vehicular option available to the public on Cape Wrath Peninsula!

How do I drive to Cape Wrath?

There is only one road and it is separated from the main road network by the Kyle of Durness. There is no transportation method for public vehicles to reach it. The only way to access the road without hiking over moorland is by the Cape Wrath Ferry, a foot passenger only boat, which crosses the Kyle.

Can you get to Cape Wrath by car?

Can dogs visit Cape Wrath?

We always advise you to contact us for up to date information on 01971 511246. Can we take dogs on ferry? Yes well behaved dogs are welcome onboard.