Union Dredgers Marine Contracting (UDMC) is offering the Backhoe Dredger Digger for hire, providing a powerful and efficient solution for dredging operations in the UAE. Designed to handle hard material excavation, Digger is equipped with a Komatsu PC1250 Long Boom Excavator, making it ideal for challenging marine environments.
With a length of 42.88 meters and onboard accommodation for crew members, this versatile dredger ensures seamless operations for port deepening, land reclamation, and coastal development projects. Whether you need dredging in rocky seabeds or compact soil areas, Digger delivers precision and high productivity.
Digger – Backhoe Dredger Specifications
| Category | Details |
| Construction / Classification | |
| Built by | Asia Pacific Shipyard |
| Classification | International Register of Shipping |
| Flag / Port of Registry | St Kitts & Nevis |
| Accommodation & Facilities | |
| Crew Capacity | 2 senior/operator + 8 crew |
| Mess Hall | Cooking facilities + dining area |
| Bathrooms | 2 separate units |
| Diesel Tank Capacity | 5000 gallons |
| Deck Crane | 10T Fixed Unit |
| Other Features | Central ballast bilge system, Control/survey cabin, Storage workshop container, Firefighting system, Hydraulic power pack for spud lifting |
| Main Data | |
| Gross Tonnage | 525 |
| Net Tonnage | 157 |
| Length | 42.88 m |
| Breadth | 15.24 m |
| Depth | 3.05 m |
| Normal Draft | 2.05 m |
| Maximum Draft | 2.45 m |
| Excavator Specifications | |
| Excavator Type | Komatsu PC1250 |
| Excavator Reach | Long: 22 m, Short: 18 m |
| Bucket Capacity | Long: 2.5 m³, Short: 4 m³ |
| Maximum Dredging Depth | 19 m |
| Spud System | |
| Spud Dimensions | 2 x [1.5 m x 1.5 m] Square; L: 12m & 18m |
| Additional Spud | 1 x [Dia 918 mm] Round; L: 18 m |
| Power & Anchoring | |
| Total Installed Power | 774 kW |
| Excavator Engine Power | 514 kW |
| Anchor System | 5T hydraulic winch |
Contact UDMC today to learn more about our backhoe dredger rental services and how we can support your dredging project.
