Details.
Safe Towing Operations
Playing a crucial role in safe towing operations, the triplate connects the towing legs (chains) from the port and starboard brackets to the main towing chain of the tugboat. The actual break load and proof load of the triplates are tested in Lloyd’s-approved test facilities.
| Type | A | B | C | D | E | F | PL (KN) | M BL (KN) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 MN | 210 | 210 | 40 | R 105 | 75 | 155 | 1000 | 3000 |
| 2 MN | 320 | 320 | 50 | R 150 | 110 | 285 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 3 MN | 390 | 390 | 60 | R 215 | 140 | 288 | 3000 | 9000 |
