Built by Eastern Shipbuilding Group in 2007 for Florida Marine Transporters, the M/V Monica Means is a distinctive Gulf Coast inland towboat currently operated by Martin Midstream. Measuring approximately 86' long by 32' wide and powered by twin Caterpillar engines producing 2,600 horsepower, the Monica Means is a compact yet capable vessel recognized throughout the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and lower Mississippi River systems.
This highly detailed 1:245 scale display model captures the vessel's distinctive Eastern Shipbuilding profile and is carefully produced in the likeness of the prototype. Models are produced in the likeness of the vessel and emphasize overall appearance and character rather than exact reproduction of every feature. In most cases, original shipyard drawings are unavailable, and models are developed primarily from photographs and publicly available references.
The M/V Monica Means is available in several configurations to suit your display needs:
Boat Only
Boat with One 300' Red Flag Barge
Boat with Two 300' Red Flag Barges
Boat with Four 300' Red Flag Barges
Whether displayed as a standalone vessel or pushing a string of barges, each model is individually assembled and finished by Hold My Boat, LLC.
Vessel Specifications
Builder: Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Panama City, Florida
Year Built: 2007
Length Overall: 85.8 feet
Beam: 32 feet
Horsepower: 2,600 HP
Propulsion: Twin Screw
Current Operator: Martin Midstream Partners
Former Operator: Florida Marine Transporters
Approximate Model Dimensions (1:245 Scale)
Configuration
Length
Boat Only
4.2" (109 mm)
Boat + One 300' Barge
18.9" (479 mm)
Boat + Two 300' Barges
33.6" (853 mm)
Boat + Four 300' Barges
63.0" (1,599 mm)
In Stock models are boxed and ready to ship within two business days or less. Made-to-order models are built in the order received according to current production schedules.
