ENGLISH 11-07-2023 28/95 DUFOUR 41
XVII. DOCKING, MOORING AND TOWING
CAUTION! (ISO 15084:2003)
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● The anchoring points used for mooring and/or towing boats are the 2 forward cleats that have
a tensile strength of approx. 5400 kg. The rear and central cleats can also be used to moor
the boat. They are not as strong.
● Generally speaking, the tensile strength of lines/chains should not exceed 80% of the tensile
strength of the anchor points, i.e. in this case a 10mm galvanized chain and a polypropylene
rope with max. diameter of 18 mm..
● Make sure all towing operations are conducted at low speed. Never exceed the speed limit
for a travelling hull while it is being towed.
● A tow rope must be moored in such a way that it can be released when loaded.
Liability
The owner/operator is responsible for ensuring that mooring ropes, towing cables, chains and
mooring lines, as well as the anchors, are suitable for the planned use of the boat, i.e. that the
lines or chains do not exceed 80% of the tensile strength of the corresponding anchor point.
It is also important that the owner considers the actions required to fix a towing cable on-board.
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