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Six different handheld radios had similar performance during tests but were distinguishable by their ergonomic features. The ICOM IC-M1 is the smallest model and has the right combination of features. All models had line-of-sight ranges between 5 and 6 nautical miles.

Product/Service Evaluation, Wireless communications, Mobile communication systems, Apelco Marine Electronics 510 (Radio and radiotelephone, marine), ICOM IC-M1 (Radio and radiotelephone, marine), Shakespeare SE 600 (Radio and radiotelephone, marine), SI-TEX Marine Electronics Micro 90 (Radio and radiotelephone, marine), Standard Communications Horizon HX250S (Radio and radiotelephone, marine), Uniden HH 980 (Radio and radiotelephone, marine)

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Mastering the medium

Article Abstract:

Westport Shipyard general manager Randy Rust has demonstrated that his cutting-edge approach to yachtbuilding using fiberglass makes a lot of sense. The new 112-footer yacht has achieved Rust's target glass content of 53% to 57%.

N Westport 112 (Boat)

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Burger 75

Article Abstract:

The Burger 75 is a traditional design for a custom yacht with a semi-displacement hull form and three staterooms. Twin Detroit Diesel 12V-92TA engines provide a projected cruising speed of 25 knots.

Burger 75 (Boat)

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