Barge SB502
Basic data
| Category: | Workboat |
| Year of construction: | 1969 |
| Length: | 1930 cm |
| width: | 486 cm |
| Depth: | 121 cm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Motorization: | None |
| Berth: |
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Specifications
Freight push barge SB502 for work and transport
This freight push barge SB502 is a tough, functional work vessel with a long history on Dutch inland waterways. She was built in 1969 and served for many years with Waternet and its predecessors, including DWR (Dienst Waterbeheer en Riolering). That background says something important: the vessel was designed to work, to carry loads, and to be practically deployable day in, day out. For anyone looking for a freight push barge for sale via BoatAuction, this lot is particularly interesting because of her size, steel construction, and the available vessel documentation.
The SB502 is steel-built and measures approx. 11.93 metres in length and 4.86 metres in beam, with a draught of about 1.21 metres. Air draft is approx. 1.44 metres. This makes her suitable for many inland-water environments and for a wide range of applications where a push barge, work barge or transport barge is required. She has been used on inland waterways, canals and ditches, as well as on lakes and rivers. That broad operating area makes her attractive to parties looking for a commercial vessel that can be deployed in different conditions.
Freight push barge SB502 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 18 May 2026.
What type of vessel is the SB502 exactly?
The SB502 is a freight push barge, intended to be pushed and to transport cargo or materials. She has no steering and no rudder, which is typical for this type of vessel. In practice, this means the vessel is generally used in combination with a push boat or tugboat, depending on your operating method and the cruising area. Those searching for terms such as buy push barge, steel freight push barge or inland workboat will find in this type of vessel a straightforward, purpose-built solution: plenty of usable space and a construction made for daily use.
What dimensions and handling characteristics can I expect?
With her length of approx. 11.93 metres and beam of approx. 4.86 metres, the vessel offers a generous platform for transport and work. The draught of about 1.21 metres is relevant for shallower routes, while the air draft of approx. 1.44 metres helps when assessing passages under bridges and through narrower routes. Because she has been used on a variety of inland waters, she is familiar in practice with the kinds of conditions many professional users encounter: fluctuating water levels, quays, moorings and work areas where manoeuvrability and practical deployment matter.
Which documents are available and what do they indicate?
This lot includes documentation that is an important part of the decision for many buyers. There is a measurement certificate (meetbrief) HN 13212 valid until 5 December 2035. In addition, there is an SI certificate SI 12046 C valid until 18 February 2027. The ENI number 03802125 is also stated, with registration number 03802125. All details can be found in the attachments to the lot. For those specifically looking for a freight push barge with a measurement certificate or a workboat with documentation, it is helpful that these details are clearly available and that the validity dates are explicitly stated.
What is known about maintenance and yard history?
The yard mentioned is Scheepswerf Grave. No information has been provided about when she was last out of the water or about any antifouling treatment. This means an interested buyer would be wise to pay extra attention during a viewing to the condition of the steelwork, the hull plating and the overall condition in relation to the intended use. The vessel is described as “good”, but it remains important to assess for yourself what that means for your plans—for example, use as a work barge, a pontoon-like transport solution, or a push barge for materials.
Overall, this freight push barge SB502 is primarily a practical choice for anyone seeking a commercial vessel with a proven working history. She offers a solid basis for professional use on inland waterways and is of interest to buyers who want to purchase a workboat or freight push barge via BoatAuction with transparent paperwork and clear core specifications.
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 | SB502 |
| Length | 1930 |
| Width | 486 |
| Depth | 121 |
| Clearance height | 144 |
| Year of construction | 1969 |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Control | N/A |
| Rudder | N/A |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
Freight push barge SB502 for work and transport
This freight push barge SB502 is a tough, functional work vessel with a long history on Dutch inland waterways. She was built in 1969 and served for many years with Waternet and its predecessors, including DWR (Dienst Waterbeheer en Riolering). That background says something important: the vessel was designed to work, to carry loads, and to be practically deployable day in, day out. For anyone looking for a freight push barge for sale via BoatAuction, this lot is particularly interesting because of her size, steel construction, and the available vessel documentation.
The SB502 is steel-built and measures approx. 11.93 metres in length and 4.86 metres in beam, with a draught of about 1.21 metres. Air draft is approx. 1.44 metres. This makes her suitable for many inland-water environments and for a wide range of applications where a push barge, work barge or transport barge is required. She has been used on inland waterways, canals and ditches, as well as on lakes and rivers. That broad operating area makes her attractive to parties looking for a commercial vessel that can be deployed in different conditions.
Freight push barge SB502 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 18 May 2026.
What type of vessel is the SB502 exactly?
The SB502 is a freight push barge, intended to be pushed and to transport cargo or materials. She has no steering and no rudder, which is typical for this type of vessel. In practice, this means the vessel is generally used in combination with a push boat or tugboat, depending on your operating method and the cruising area. Those searching for terms such as buy push barge, steel freight push barge or inland workboat will find in this type of vessel a straightforward, purpose-built solution: plenty of usable space and a construction made for daily use.
What dimensions and handling characteristics can I expect?
With her length of approx. 11.93 metres and beam of approx. 4.86 metres, the vessel offers a generous platform for transport and work. The draught of about 1.21 metres is relevant for shallower routes, while the air draft of approx. 1.44 metres helps when assessing passages under bridges and through narrower routes. Because she has been used on a variety of inland waters, she is familiar in practice with the kinds of conditions many professional users encounter: fluctuating water levels, quays, moorings and work areas where manoeuvrability and practical deployment matter.
Which documents are available and what do they indicate?
This lot includes documentation that is an important part of the decision for many buyers. There is a measurement certificate (meetbrief) HN 13212 valid until 5 December 2035. In addition, there is an SI certificate SI 12046 C valid until 18 February 2027. The ENI number 03802125 is also stated, with registration number 03802125. All details can be found in the attachments to the lot. For those specifically looking for a freight push barge with a measurement certificate or a workboat with documentation, it is helpful that these details are clearly available and that the validity dates are explicitly stated.
What is known about maintenance and yard history?
The yard mentioned is Scheepswerf Grave. No information has been provided about when she was last out of the water or about any antifouling treatment. This means an interested buyer would be wise to pay extra attention during a viewing to the condition of the steelwork, the hull plating and the overall condition in relation to the intended use. The vessel is described as “good”, but it remains important to assess for yourself what that means for your plans—for example, use as a work barge, a pontoon-like transport solution, or a push barge for materials.
Overall, this freight push barge SB502 is primarily a practical choice for anyone seeking a commercial vessel with a proven working history. She offers a solid basis for professional use on inland waterways and is of interest to buyers who want to purchase a workboat or freight push barge via BoatAuction with transparent paperwork and clear core specifications.
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 SB502 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 | SB502 |
| Length | 1930 |
| Width | 486 |
| Depth | 121 |
| Clearance height | 144 |
| Year of construction | 1969 |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Control | N/A |
| Rudder | N/A |
| Dinghy | No |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
