Hikitia Floating Steam Crane

Hikitia - the only self propelled steam powered floating crane of her class still in operation in the world. Built in 1926 she steamed from Scotland to Wellington in 84 days, a world speed record for a vessel with its jib (crane) up as you see it now. Tonnage: 926 Length: 52m Width: 16m Crane height: 35m Since 1990 the hikitia has performed over 300 lifts