46 CFR § 174.040 Special Rules Pertaining to Specific Vessel Types

§ 174.040 Stability requirements: general.

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 174

Each unit must be designed to have at least 2 inches (50mm) of positive metacentric height in the upright equilibrium position for the full range of drafts, whether at the operating draft for navigation, towing, or drilling afloat, or at a temporary draft when changing drafts.

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