§ 3708 — Self-propelled Tank Vessel Minimum Standards

A self-propelled tank vessel of at least 10,000 gross tons as measured under section 14502 of this title, or an alternate tonnage measured under section 14302 of this title as prescribed by the Secretary under section 14104 of this title shall be equipped with— (1) a dual radar system with short-range and long-range capabilities, each with true-north features; (2) an electronic relative motion analyzer that is at least functionally equivalent to equipment complying with specifications established by the Secretary of Transportation; (3) an electronic position-fixing device; (4) adequate communications equipment; (5) a sonic depth finder; (6) a gyrocompass; and (7) up-to-date charts.