Rules of the Road USCG Question #264 (Set 5)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are towing two barges astern. The length of the tow from the stern of the tug to the stern of the last barge is 150 meters. How many white towing identification lights should be displayed on the tugboat at night?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — 2

Under Rule 24, a towing vessel exhibits masthead lights indicating tow status, sidelights, a sternlight, and a yellow towing light situated above the sternlight.

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