The DEEP DRILLER is moored in 600 feet of water. The tension on anchor line #8 is 190 kips. What is the vertical component of chain tension for that line?

Correct Answer: Option B — 55.3 long tons

Vertical component calculations in mooring catenaries involve resolving line tension using geometry or standard MODU operating tables. At 190 kips tension in 600 feet of water, the vertical component resolves to approximately 55.3 long tons.