Steve, what does an FPB64 measure out to for tonnage (USCG rules)?
Thanks
Rick de Castro
Have not yet seen a USCG tonnage calc Rick.
Steve, what does an FPB64 measure out to for tonnage (USCG rules)?
Thanks
Rick de Castro
Have not yet seen a USCG tonnage calc Rick.
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