A new chapter in Harlem\u2019s maritime history in New York City has begun with the debut of the Harlem Rocket<\/em>, a 57-foot, 90-passenger sightseeing vessel delivering high-speed, open-air tours from the West Harlem Piers. The vessel, named Hazel N. Dukes<\/em>, has been redesigned by Tucker Marine and rebuilt in collaboration with Paradise Express Ferry and Derecktor Shipyards to combine modern performance with a nod to Harlem\u2019s cultural legacy.<\/p>\n Powered by rebuilt Detroit Diesel 8V92 turbocharged engines, the Harlem Rocket<\/a><\/em> operates at speeds between 10 and 20 knots on routes around Manhattan and New York Harbor. Up to eight tours will run daily, six days a week, with professional crews and tour guides leading passengers past iconic city landmarks.<\/p>\n The vessel features an upgraded aluminum helm station, a redesigned hard top, modernized electrical systems, and expanded passenger capacity. Navigation and safety technology from Raymarine includes high-resolution Cyclone radar, RealVision 3D sonar, FLIR low-light camera, augmented reality sensor, autopilot, and AIS transceiver, ensuring safe operations in all conditions.<\/p>\n With its blend of advanced technology, U.S. Coast Guard-compliant upgrades, and panoramic harbor views, the Harlem Rocket<\/em> offers locals and visitors a new way to experience New York City\u2019s waterways from the heart of Harlem.<\/p>\n The post Harlem Rocket debuts on the Hudson River<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marinelog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250501_180814273_iOS_1746304438101.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1\")
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