SSentinel.Heavy Barges
Rake barge section at head of a tow

Option · Rake Sections

Rake sections.
Cut the drag.

A rake barge has an angled bow that reduces resistance when the float is being pushed by a tug. Place a rake at the head of any tow to improve fuel efficiency, tow speed, and handling.

When to use a rake

  • ▸Any push-tow operation across distance
  • ▸Multi-section floats where bow drag dominates fuel burn
  • ▸Operations in current where headway matters
  • ▸Crew transfer floats where wake spray needs to be reduced
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Rake Section FAQ

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Do I need a rake on both ends of the float?+
If your float is regularly pushed in both directions (e.g., between two work sites), yes — a double-ender configuration with rakes on both ends improves handling. If the tow always goes the same direction, a single rake at the bow is sufficient.
Does a rake section count toward the deckload rating?+
The rake section's usable deck area is reduced by the angled bow. Treat the rake as a transition section, not as primary working deck.