OCTCO/OCTF Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 27 of 30
Is cubic limitation: - this is usually caused by loading a light crude (crude with high API) or clean products?
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Direct Answer
Option A: Reaching cargo tank capacity before vessel immerses to its load-line
Cubic limitation (volumetric capacity limit) occurs when low-density (high API gravity) cargo fills 100% of the available tank volume before the ship reaches its maximum permissible deadweight/draft mark.
All Options
A
Reaching cargo tank capacity before vessel immerses to its load-line
(Correct Answer)
B
Loading in all cargo and slop tanks
C
Loading maximum till the maximum load line
D
Loading till the orders of the cargo receiver
Detailed Explanation & Context
Cubic limitation (volumetric capacity limit) occurs when low-density (high API gravity) cargo fills 100% of the available tank volume before the ship reaches its maximum permissible deadweight/draft mark.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (OCTCO/OCTF).
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