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MacGregor
MG Free-Fall Davit FFD-40
The MacGregor MG Free‑Fall Davit FFD‑40 is a SOLAS‑III approved launch system that lets a 40‑person lifeboat drop vertically from the deck for rapid evacuation.
40 person lifeboat
Capacity
Crew Accommodation
Medium
Components & Design
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Technical Data
type
free_fall
compliance
SOLAS_III
capacity persons
40
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Common failures & inspection points
●Release hook mechanism sticking
●Davit arm corrosion
●Hydraulic recovery winch failure
Service & Maintenance
Test release hook mechanism quarterly; maintain recovery winch.
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Equipment Model #578
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