Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #295 (Set 5)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A seagoing tug has a tow greater than 200 meters as shown in illustration D024RR below and is severely restricted in her ability to deviate from her course. Which lights would be displayed from the towing vessel?

USCG Exam Illustration D024RR
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration D024RR
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — Three white masthead lights, red-white-red all-round lights, sidelights, stern light and a towing light

COLREGS Rule 27(b) and Rule 24 require a vessel restricted in its ability to maneuver due to towing operations to exhibit red-white-red all-round lights, three masthead lights for tows exceeding 200 meters, plus sidelights, stern light, and towing lights.

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