Deck General · Stability Definitions
Lightship displacement includes:
- ACrew, provisions, and consumable stores
- BThe vessel's structure, machinery, and permanently fixed equipment only✓ Correct
- CAll items aboard except cargo
- DHull weight plus maximum fuel load
Explanation
Lightship weight is the vessel ready for sea in every respect but with no cargo, fuel, water, stores, crew, or passengers aboard. Only the permanently fixed equipment is counted.
Authority: Stability & Trim (USCG deck topic)
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