Safe Loading — Subpart C

Category Two: Outboard Boats

Maximum Weight Capacity: Outboard Boats

Discussion:
To calculate the requirements of this section, the procedure is very similar to that of the preceding section. We must calculate maximum displacement (see section 4.0) in pounds, subtract the boat weight as defined above, and divide this weight by five.

An important point while figuring maximum displacement is to be sure the calculations under Simpson’s Rule do follow the notes located at the bottom of the blank forms, so that any volume aft of the transom and below the float-plane is added in the proper place, while any volume forward of the transom and below the float-plane is deducted properly. Also, remember that outboard boats are allowed a three-inch-diameter hole in the engine well for the passage of controls and fuel lines.

NOTES:

1. The boat weight includes the factory’s heaviest production tolerances. Hull and deck weights may vary; use the heaviest ones and be conservative.
2. Permanent appurtenances mean any factory-installed, non-portable, permanently attached equipment, furniture or other features such as canopy tops, camper tops, coolers, cushions, etc.
3. Fuel tanks must be permanently installed; any other portable or removable tanks shall not be included.

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