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The research vessel Spencer F. Baird is 134 feet long. She is a large converted Army sea-going tug and has a cruising range of approximately 5,800 files at a speed of 10.5 knots. Electric and hydraulic winches carrying 5/16-inch and 3/16-inch wire rope are installed. One is capable of carrying 40,000 feet of cable tapered from 3/4-inch to 3/8-inch -- a cable long enough to work in thev ery deepest parts of the ocean. There are accomodations for 34 scientists and crew members.

The research vessel Spencer F. Baird is 134 feet long. She is a large converted Army sea-going tug and has a cruising rang...