Mana
Vessel Information
Te Awarua is a 12.5m Rayglass Protector vessel, powered by OXE300 3-litre, straight-six, twin-turbo diesel outboards. This is the first dual-diesel outboard commercial fitout in New Zealand and represents a new generation of vessels for Coastguard – taking advantage of new technology and enabling Coastguard units to be better kaitiaki of the environment. During our sea trials, Te Awarua was consuming 33% less fuel compared to similar petrol outboards.
Te Awarua is one of the 22 high-spec AC36 craft that were first used as chase boats at the 2021 America’s Cup.