Fire Pump Capacity (SOLAS)

Minimum fire pump capacity per SOLAS II-2 Reg 10: Q = (0.15·√(L·(B+D)) + 2.25)², capped at 180 m³/h.

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Formula, assumptions, and limits

Q = \left(0.15 \sqrt{L(B+D)} + 2.25\right)^2, \; Q \leq 180 \text{ m}^3/\text{h}

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
$L, B, D$	Rule length, beam, moulded depth	m
$Q$	Total fire pump capacity	m³/h

Source: SOLAS II-2 Reg 10; FSS Code Ch.12

Minimum fire pump capacity per SOLAS II-2 Reg 10: Q = (0.