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Marquip Tow Plates

Model No. 1, No. 2, No. 3

Patented Marquip cast nickel-chrome steel tow plate that rigs a towing bridle with only three shackles.

Description

The patented MARQUIP tow plate (flounder plate) allows a towing bridle to be rigged with only three shackles. It eliminates the cluster of gear on conventional flounder plates and the multiple bends in tow wire or pennant that cause wear.

Key features

  • Cast nickel-chrome steel for corrosion resistance
  • No. 1: 17-1/2 x 16, 70 lbs, proof tested to 300,000 lbs
  • No. 2: 22-1/2 x 23-1/2, 170 lbs, proof tested to 485,000 lbs
  • No. 3: 31 x 31-1/2, 548 lbs, proof tested to 624,000 lbs

Applications

  • Towing bridles for tugs and barge tows

Specifications

MaterialCast nickel-chrome steel
No. 117-1/2 x 16, 70 lbs, proof tested 300,000 lbs
No. 222-1/2 x 23-1/2, 170 lbs, proof tested 485,000 lbs
No. 331 x 31-1/2, 548 lbs, proof tested 624,000 lbs

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