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 e. Load line Markings. Large self-propelled watercraft requiring loading certificates shall have load line
markings as allowed by their design and scantlings; and as specified in the ABS rules for building and
classing steel vessels; and in CFR 46 Subchapter E, load lines, as to location, type size and application.
f. Draft Numerals. Draft numerals shall be used on all watercraft more than 45-foot (13.72 meters) load
waterline (LWL). Numerals shall conform to figure C-3 of Appendix C and shall be 6 inches (15.24 cm)
high in vertical projection. Draft numerals are not required on watercraft of 45-foot (13.72 meters) load
waterline length or less.
(1) Vertical Location. Draft numerals shall be so located that the bottom edge of each numeral shall
establish the draft indicated by that numeral. Bottom edge of numeral shall be measured in exact feet
normal to the designed load waterline and above the forward and aft reference points. Numerals shall
extend from one numeral below the lightest draft, to one numeral above the deepest draft at which the
watercraft may float at bow and stern under extreme loading operations.
(2) Forward Draft Numerals. The forward draft numerals shall be placed port and starboard as near
the forward perpendicular as practicable. The forward perpendicular, for the purpose of draft mark
location, shall be considered as the vertical line through the intersection of the designed load waterline
and the face of the stem. The reference point, from which the vertical measurements for the forward draft
marks will be determined, shall be the intersection of the forward perpendicular and the line passing
through the aft reference point tangent to the lowest point of the keel or stem forward. For watercraft with
a straight horizontal keel, this line may be horizontal; for other conditions, this line may assume any
required angle.
(3) After Draft Numerals. The after draft numerals generally will be placed port and starboard as near
the after perpendicular as practicable. On watercraft with transom sterns, they shall be located on the
transom at the centerline of the watercraft. The reference point from which the vertical measurements for
the after draft marks are determined shall be the lowest point of the keel propeller guard, or stern frame;
except that on those watercraft where the propeller extends below the lowest extremity of the hull or
appendages, the reference point shall be the lowest point of perpendicular circle.
(4) Draft Reference Marks for Wet-Stored Craft. Two white stripes 3 feet (91.44 cm) long by 4 inches
(10.16 cm) wide shall be painted, using Enamel, Silicone Alkyd, and Copolymer on each side of the hull
along the waterline of craft in wet-storage. The stripes shall extend from the bow aft port and starboard,
and from the stern forward port and starboard.
g. Lifesaving Equipment.
(1) Lifeboats. Hull markings for lifeboats and other boats carried on board, except those having
specifically authorized Army designations, shall consist of the legend "US Army" together with the
authorized designation of the parent watercraft. Designation shall be on the stern (port and starboard) if
boat is double ended or, on the center of the transom if boat is transom sterned. The number of each
lifeboat shall be stenciled or marked on the bow in numerals 3 inches (7.62 cm) high. The cubical
contents and the maximum number of persons allowed to be carried in each lifeboat shall be marked or
stenciled on each side of the bow in letters and numbers 1/2 inches (3.81 cm) high. In addition, the
maximum number of persons allowed shall be plainly marked or stenciled on top of at least two of the
thwarts in letter and numbers 3 inches (7.62 cm) high. To ensure that markings will not be obscured when
the lifeboat covers are installed, lifeboat markings shall not begin at less than 8 inches (20.32 cm) below
the sheer line. The top of thwarts, side benches and footings of lifeboats shall be painted international
orange using Enamel, Silicone Alkyd, and Copolymer. The lifeboat releasing gear handle shall be painted
gloss red using Enamel, Silicone Alkyd, Copolymer and marked "Danger-Lever Drops Boat." The area 12
inches (30.5 cm) on a side surrounding the release lever shall be painted a contrasting white. All contents
of the lifeboat not permanently affixed, i.e., oars, paddles, masts, containers, etc., shall be stenciled with
"US Army" followed by the watercraft name or designation (LCU 2023) (HOBKIRK).
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