Minimum propulsion power (MCR) for a given ice class and ship size per FSICR formulation, based on displacement and waterline beam.
Formula
$$ P = k \cdot \Delta^{0.65} \cdot B^{0.3} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $\Delta$ | Displacement | t | hydrostatics |
| $B$ | Breadth | m | ship particulars |
| $k$ | Class-dependent factor | - | FSICR Annex IV |
Sources
- FSICR Annex IV.