The Boat

The Breezy Belle is an authentic stern wheel paddleboat. She is propelled by two paddlewheels at the rear of the vessel.

The Belle was designed and built in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard specifications for service on the Mississippi River. She is commanded by a licensed captain.

•    Overall length – 75 feet
•    Beam (width) – 22 feet
•    Empty weight – 64,000 pounds
•    Loaded weight – 80,000
•    Height from water line – 21 feet
•    Draft, empty – 18 inches, loaded – 24 inches
•    Pontoons – 5, each at 42” diameter
•    Power – Detroit diesel at 110 horsepower
•    Electrical – 12 and 120 volt from diesel generator
•    Paddle-wheels (2) – 10 ‘ diameter, 5‘ wide
•    Fuel capacity –  100 gallons
•    Top speed – 4.5 mph
•    Passenger capacity – 80

The paddle-wheels can turn forward or backward independently, allowing the ship to maneuver easily in very tight quarters.