Pillar · Options
Configure the
barge you need.
Every Sentinel barge can be ordered with the options that fit your job — rakes, spuds, ramps, hoppers, ladders, railings, kevels. Mix, match, pin, work.
Major option groups
Rake Sections
Angled-bow sections placed at the head of the tow to reduce push resistance.
Read →Internal & External Spuds
Spud-well systems to anchor the barge in place during work — fixed or repositionable.
Read →Ramps & Hopper Boxes
Loading ramps, hydraulic-winch ramps, hopper boxes for dredging spoils, and bull-rail conversions.
Read →Other options
Ladders
Custom pin-on ladders for in-and-out access from the water.
Railings
Welded permanent or pin-on railings for crew safety.
Kevels & Bits
Mooring kevels and tow bits in a wide range of sizes and SWLs.
Center Lifting Shackle
Single shackle on top center for fast crane loading and unloading.
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Options FAQ
Direct answers about heavy deck barges, charter terms, and global delivery.
- Yes — many options including external spuds, pin-on ladders, pin-on railings, and ramps can be added in the field. Welded options like permanent kevels or center shackles are best installed at the shop.
- Internal spuds run through a dedicated well in the deck of the barge. External spud wells mount to the outside of the hull using the same connection angle that pins barges together — meaning they can be repositioned anywhere along the perimeter.
- Properly installed options like spuds and rakes don't reduce the rated deckload. Hopper conversions and integrated equipment platforms may change the load distribution — we'll confirm on the engineered drawings.