Determining How Many Shackles To Be Paid Out

The depth of water in the anchorage is expected to be 45 feet. How many shackles to be paid out if a scope of 6 is desired on the anchor chain.

GIVEN:

 Depth = 45 ft
Scope = 6

SOLUTION:

45 ft x 6 = 270 ft x 1 shackle  = 270 = 3 shackles
                                 90 ft          90



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