the safe load carrying capacity
A 20 ft long or less boat must have a capacity plate.
A 20 ft long or less boat must have a capacity plate.
The capacity plate of a powerboat typically includes crucial information such as the maximum load capacity in pounds, the maximum number of passengers the boat can safely carry, and the recommended horsepower for the vessel. It may also indicate the boat's type, length, and specific safety requirements. This plate serves as an essential guideline for ensuring safe operation and compliance with regulations.
A boat capacity pate tells you the maximum number of people that can fit in the boat at any one time.
On the capacity plate
On the capacity plate
On the capacity plate
The capacity plate on a boat is typically located near the operator's station, often on the transom or inside the boat near the helm. This plate provides important information, including the maximum weight capacity and the maximum number of passengers the boat can safely carry. It's essential for ensuring safe operation and compliance with regulations. Always refer to this plate before taking the boat out.
Under federal law, boats that are required to have a capacity plate include recreational vessels that are 20 feet or less in length. This applies to motorboats, sailboats, and certain types of personal watercraft. The capacity plate must indicate the maximum number of persons the boat can safely carry, as well as the maximum weight capacity. Compliance with this requirement helps ensure safety on the water by preventing overloading.
What type of boat must have a capacity plate
Safe load limit
The maximum number of persons and weight the boat should carry