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MV Prince of Wales

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The Prince of Wales in Ketchikan
History
NameMV Prince of Wales
NamesakePrince of Wales Island
OperatorInter-Island Ferry Authority
RouteHollisKetchikan
BuilderDakota Creek Industries, Anacortes, Washington
Commissioned2002
HomeportHollis, Alaska
Identification
Statusin active service
General characteristics
TypeRoll-on/roll-off ferry
Tonnage
  • 2,309 GT
  • 1,083 NT
Length198 ft (60 m)
Beam52.8 ft (16.1 m)
DecksOne vehicle deck
RampsPort and starboard ro-ro loading
Propulsion3,000 hp (2,237 kW)
Speed15 knots (28 km/h; 17 mph)
Capacity
  • 160 passengers
  • 30 vehicles
CrewUnknown

M/V Prince of Wales is the first vessel, and currently one of two vessels, in the Inter-Island Ferry Authority (IFA). She is the sister ship to the MV Stikine.

She was constructed at Dakota Creek Industries in Anacortes, Washington.

The Prince of Wales' amenities include a hot-food cafeteria, solarium, forward observation/recliner lounge, and children's play area.