Barge SB506
Basic data
| Category: | Workboat |
| Year of construction: | 1969 |
| Length: | 1930 cm |
| width: | 481 cm |
| Depth: | 121 cm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Motorization: | None |
| Berth: |
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Specifications
Robust cargo push barge SB506 from 1969
Anyone looking for a practical, characterful cargo push barge for professional use on inland waterways will find the SB506 an interesting starting point. She was built in 1969 and has a long working history with Waternet and its predecessors, including DWR (Dienst Waterbeheer en Riolering). That past says something about her deployment: not as a leisure craft, but as a workboat that for many years formed part of daily operations on waterways where reliability and predictability matter. The vessel is steel-built and designed as a push barge, i.e. without her own propulsion or steering. This makes her suitable for parties who already have a push boat or towing capacity and are looking for a steel work platform or transport barge for commercial use.
With dimensions of approx. 19.30 metres in length and 4.81 metres in beam, the SB506 offers a generous deck area and a size that can be planned on many inland waterways. The stated draft is approx. 1.21 metres and the air draft approx. 1.44 metres. She has been used on inland waterways, canals and ditches, lakes, ponds and rivers. This broad operating area makes her interesting for a variety of activities, such as logistical support, material transport, project-based deployment or as a floating work platform, depending on the fit-out a buyer has in mind.
Cargo push barge SB506 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 18 May 2026.
What type of vessel is the SB506 exactly?
The SB506 is a cargo push barge, meaning she is intended to be pushed or towed and is not equipped with her own wheelhouse, rudder or propulsion. In the specifications, steering is therefore listed as not applicable, as is the rudder. The strength of this type of vessel lies in its simplicity and functionality: the barge forms a steel carrier for cargo, equipment or work on the water. For buyers looking to purchase a push barge for professional use, this type can be a logical choice precisely because it can be combined with existing fleet assets and work processes.
Which documents are available and what do they indicate?
Documentation is available with this lot, which is essential for many buyers. There is a measurement certificate (meetbrief) HN 13213, valid until 5 December 2025, and an SI certificate SI 12044 C, valid until 20 June 2027. The ENI number 03800057 is also stated, with registration number 038000057. According to the consignor, the details can be found in the attachments to the lot. For anyone considering a workboat or push barge via Boatauction, these kinds of documents provide guidance when assessing operational suitability and administrative continuity. It is advisable to review the attachments carefully and to be clear in advance about which requirements apply to your intended use.
What has she been used for and on which waters?
This steel push barge has been deployed commercially and has served for over 56 years with Waternet and its predecessors. She has been used on a variety of inland waters, including canals and ditches, as well as lakes, ponds and rivers. This points to a working history in which flexibility was important. For a buyer, that can be attractive: the vessel was not built for a single scenario, but for practical use in different conditions. At the same time, with any used cargo push barge it is always advisable to compare your own operational requirements with the available information and, if possible, an inspection.
What can you expect in terms of construction and appearance?
The SB506 is built of steel, which suits her role as a workboat. In commercial shipping, steel is a commonly chosen material due to its robust base and the possibilities for modifications or repairs within standard shipyard practices. The shipyard mentioned is Scheepswerf Grave. Her appearance is that of a vessel with a story: a functional push barge that for many years was part of water management and operational work. For buyers looking for a steel push barge with a clear provenance and a working character, she may make exactly the right impression.
This cargo push barge SB506 is being auctioned via Boatauction. She is of interest to entrepreneurs, contractors, marine construction companies and other professionals who want to buy a push barge for transport or as a floating work platform. Take the time to review the lot information and attachments, form a view of your intended use, and then determine your bidding strategy. That way you give her the chance to perform useful work on the water again in the next phase of her life.
Please note: additional documentation has been added to this lot — including the measurement certificate, SI documents and the most recent thickness measurement report.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- It concerns a VAT boat, the bid price is increased by 21% VAT.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- there are no keys to the boat present.
- There is no boat crane or trailer ramp available at the storage location where you pick up the boat.
- en: The GPS tracker mounted on the cargo push barge will be removed prior to the transfer.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Barge |
| Type | SB506 |
| Length | 1930 |
| Width | 481 |
| Depth | 121 |
| Clearance height | 144 |
| Year of construction | 1969 |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Control | N/A |
| Location control | N/A |
| Rudder | N/A |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
Robust cargo push barge SB506 from 1969
Anyone looking for a practical, characterful cargo push barge for professional use on inland waterways will find the SB506 an interesting starting point. She was built in 1969 and has a long working history with Waternet and its predecessors, including DWR (Dienst Waterbeheer en Riolering). That past says something about her deployment: not as a leisure craft, but as a workboat that for many years formed part of daily operations on waterways where reliability and predictability matter. The vessel is steel-built and designed as a push barge, i.e. without her own propulsion or steering. This makes her suitable for parties who already have a push boat or towing capacity and are looking for a steel work platform or transport barge for commercial use.
With dimensions of approx. 19.30 metres in length and 4.81 metres in beam, the SB506 offers a generous deck area and a size that can be planned on many inland waterways. The stated draft is approx. 1.21 metres and the air draft approx. 1.44 metres. She has been used on inland waterways, canals and ditches, lakes, ponds and rivers. This broad operating area makes her interesting for a variety of activities, such as logistical support, material transport, project-based deployment or as a floating work platform, depending on the fit-out a buyer has in mind.
Cargo push barge SB506 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 18 May 2026.
What type of vessel is the SB506 exactly?
The SB506 is a cargo push barge, meaning she is intended to be pushed or towed and is not equipped with her own wheelhouse, rudder or propulsion. In the specifications, steering is therefore listed as not applicable, as is the rudder. The strength of this type of vessel lies in its simplicity and functionality: the barge forms a steel carrier for cargo, equipment or work on the water. For buyers looking to purchase a push barge for professional use, this type can be a logical choice precisely because it can be combined with existing fleet assets and work processes.
Which documents are available and what do they indicate?
Documentation is available with this lot, which is essential for many buyers. There is a measurement certificate (meetbrief) HN 13213, valid until 5 December 2025, and an SI certificate SI 12044 C, valid until 20 June 2027. The ENI number 03800057 is also stated, with registration number 038000057. According to the consignor, the details can be found in the attachments to the lot. For anyone considering a workboat or push barge via Boatauction, these kinds of documents provide guidance when assessing operational suitability and administrative continuity. It is advisable to review the attachments carefully and to be clear in advance about which requirements apply to your intended use.
What has she been used for and on which waters?
This steel push barge has been deployed commercially and has served for over 56 years with Waternet and its predecessors. She has been used on a variety of inland waters, including canals and ditches, as well as lakes, ponds and rivers. This points to a working history in which flexibility was important. For a buyer, that can be attractive: the vessel was not built for a single scenario, but for practical use in different conditions. At the same time, with any used cargo push barge it is always advisable to compare your own operational requirements with the available information and, if possible, an inspection.
What can you expect in terms of construction and appearance?
The SB506 is built of steel, which suits her role as a workboat. In commercial shipping, steel is a commonly chosen material due to its robust base and the possibilities for modifications or repairs within standard shipyard practices. The shipyard mentioned is Scheepswerf Grave. Her appearance is that of a vessel with a story: a functional push barge that for many years was part of water management and operational work. For buyers looking for a steel push barge with a clear provenance and a working character, she may make exactly the right impression.
This cargo push barge SB506 is being auctioned via Boatauction. She is of interest to entrepreneurs, contractors, marine construction companies and other professionals who want to buy a push barge for transport or as a floating work platform. Take the time to review the lot information and attachments, form a view of your intended use, and then determine your bidding strategy. That way you give her the chance to perform useful work on the water again in the next phase of her life.
Please note: additional documentation has been added to this lot — including the measurement certificate, SI documents and the most recent thickness measurement report.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Barge SB506 is on Monday 18 May 2026 van 11:00 until 13:00 in Amsterdam (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- It concerns a VAT boat, the bid price is increased by 21% VAT.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- there are no keys to the boat present.
- There is no boat crane or trailer ramp available at the storage location where you pick up the boat.
- en: The GPS tracker mounted on the cargo push barge will be removed prior to the transfer.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Barge |
| Type | SB506 |
| Length | 1930 |
| Width | 481 |
| Depth | 121 |
| Clearance height | 144 |
| Year of construction | 1969 |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Control | N/A |
| Location control | N/A |
| Rudder | N/A |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
