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Record 1 2019-11-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Ships and Boats
  • Special Water Transport
DEF

A small, self-propelled tank boat used in harbors for supplying fresh water to seagoing vessels.

CONT

Water boats ... are ships especially constructed and equipped to receive and provide water for both potable and non-potable water systems on board ships when direct shore delivery is not practicable. These boats have water tanks, water hoses and fittings, pumps and independent pipe systems to provide potable water to onboard systems.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Types de bateaux
  • Transports par bateaux spéciaux
DEF

Petit navire servant à apporter l'eau douce aux navires en rade.

Spanish

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