Formula (indicative)
$$ f_\text{cubic} = \max\left(1, \frac{V / \text{DWT}}{1.7}\right) $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $f_\text{cubic}$ | Correction multiplier | - | MEPC.1/Circ.866 |
| $V$ | Total cargo volume | m³ | cargo-tank design |
| $DWT$ | Design deadweight | t | ship design |
Applies to chemical tankers with parcel-carrier arrangements where cargo-volume-to-DWT ratio exceeds 1.7.
Sources
- IMO MEPC.1/Circ.866 (with revisions).