Draft (hull)
VERTICAL DISTANCE BETWEEN THE WATERLINE AND THE BOTTOM OF THE HULL (KEEL)
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The draft or draught of a ship's hull is the vertical distance between the waterline and the bottom of the hull (keel). The draught of the vessel is the maximum depth of any part of the vessel, including appendages such as rudders, propellers and drop keels if deployed.