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What is the effective turning radius of a Supertanker?
Assume open ocean, fully loaded, maximum normal traveling speed, no wind ( ya right ) AND NO ASSISTANCE!
If the information is available compare engines equally trimmed ( rudder only turn) and using engine trim to assist the turn.
Answer in either nautical or standard miles (indicate please) and an estimate of the time required to perform a full 360 degree circle also appreciated!
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
Whatever the DESIGN prarmeters are from the BUILDER.. there is no one good answer.. but you are looking at from 10 to 20 MILES.. or A LOT OF MILES in EITHER Knotical or Statute miles.
You DO KNOW that the HIGHER THE SPEED the LONGER THE DISTANCE.., right? It can take 5 or 6 MILES just to STOP ONE and a hell of a lot further to TURN one.
