M/V Jason McDaniel – Kirby Inland Marine Towboat Model

The M/V Jason McDaniel is a modern line-haul towboat operating for Kirby Inland Marine. Originally built as the M/V Grimsley 59 ,  the vessel was later renamed Jason McDaniel and continues to serve on America's inland waterways as part of Kirby's extensive towing fleet.

This highly detailed 1:245 scale model captures the vessel's distinctive profile and is available in several display configurations representative of the work it performs on today's river system. Whether displayed by itself or paired with barges, the M/V Jason McDaniel makes an excellent addition to any collection, office, or retirement display.

Each model is individually produced in Mississippi using high-resolution 3D printing and hand assembly, faithfully recreating the vessel's proportions and major exterior details.

Available Configurations

• Boat Only

• Boat with One 300' Red Flag Barge

• Boat with Six 200' Liquid Barges (2 wide × 3 long)

• Mixed Tow: Boat with Six 200' Liquid Barges alongside One 300' Red Flag Barge, recreating a common tow arrangement frequently seen on the inland waterways.

Vessel Information

• Current Operator: Kirby Inland Marine

• Previous Name: M/V Grimsley 59

• Builder: Main Iron Works

• Length: 140 feet

• Beam: 40 feet

• Horsepower: 4,800 HP

Scale Dimensions (1:245)

• Boat Only: Approximately 6.86 in (174 mm) long

• Boat + One 300' Barge: Approximately 21.55 in (547 mm)

• Boat + Six 200' Barges (2×3): Approximately 26.45 in (672 mm)

• Mixed Tow (6 × 200' + 1 × 300'): Approximately 26.45 in (672 mm)

Features

• High-detail 3D printed construction

• Accurate 1:245 scale

• Individually assembled and finished

• Designed and manufactured in Mississippi

• An excellent gift for collectors, mariners, and Kirby employees

Every model is built to order. Minor variations may occur as each piece is individually produced, but every effort is made to accurately represent the vessel while ensuring a durable, high-quality finished model.

Please note: This model is an artistic representation intended for display and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kirby Inland Marine.