INTRO
Premium 24-12 polypropylene mooring ropes designed for commercial vessels, harbor operations, tugboats, and offshore support. Compared with conventional 12-strand ropes, the optimized 24-12 construction provides improved roundness, better abrasion resistance, enhanced flexibility, and easier handling while maintaining excellent buoyancy and cost efficiency.
More polypropylene ropes still use conventional 12-strand construction. Our upgraded 24-12 construction divides each primary strand into two balanced sub-strands, creating a smoother rope profile with improved flexibility and more even load distribution.
For commercial vessels where ropes experience frequent handling and repeated contact with fairleads, bollards, and chocks, this optimized structure helps improve operational efficiency and extend service life.

Typical Marine Applications

Marine Mooring & Dock Lines
Provides reliable floating performance and easy handling for everyday mooring operations.

Harbor & Port Operations
Cost-effective solution for high-frequency use with reduced handling effort and quick deployment.

Fishing & Aquaculture
Lightweight and buoyant design ensures excellent visibility and efficient handling in water.
KEY ADVANTAGES
Lightweight & Easy Handling
PP rope is extremely lightweight, allowing for easy transportation and operation.
Floating on Water
With a density lower than water, PP rope naturally floats, making it highly suitable for marine, fishing
Cost-Effective Solution
PP rope offers a more economical option while still delivering reliable performance
Good Chemical Resistance
Resistant to most acids, alkalis, and chemicals, PP rope performs well in various industrial environments.
Why 24-12 Construction Performs Better
Smoother Rope Surface
The 24-12 construction creates a rounder rope profile, reducing localized pressure on fairleads and improving overall handling performance.
Better Abrasion Distribution
Smaller balanced sub-strands help distribute surface wear more evenly during repeated mooring cycles.
Improved Flexibility
The rope bends more naturally around bollards and winches, making deployment and storage easier for vessel crews.
Longer Service Life
Optimized strand geometry helps reduce concentrated wear and supports longer service life in demanding marine environments.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
- Material: PP virgin
- Structure: 24-12 Strand
- Density: 0.91 (Floating)
- Elongation: 15-18%
- Diameter: 40mm – 160mm
- UV Resistance: Excellent
- Chemical Resistance: Excellent
- Color: White or Color
- Eye Splice: Available

PP ROPE DATA SHEET
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| Size | Weight | MBL(Unspliced) | LDBF(Spliced) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dia.mm | Cir.inch | g/m | kgs/220m | kN | ton | kN | ton |
| 40 | 5 | 720 | 158.4 | 205 | 20.92 | 185 | 18.8 |
| 44 | 5-1/2 | 880 | 193.6 | 246 | 25.1 | 221 | 22.6 |
| 48 | 6 | 1040 | 228.8 | 286 | 29.18 | 257 | 26.3 |
| 52 | 6-1/2 | 1220 | 268.4 | 331 | 33.78 | 298 | 30.4 |
| 56 | 7 | 1420 | 312.4 | 378 | 38.57 | 340 | 34.7 |
| 60 | 7-1/2 | 1630 | 358.6 | 433 | 44.18 | 390 | 39.8 |
| 64 | 8 | 1850 | 407 | 490 | 50 | 441 | 45.0 |
| 72 | 9 | 2340 | 514.8 | 615 | 62.76 | 554 | 56.5 |
| 80 | 10 | 2900 | 638 | 756 | 77.14 | 680 | 69.4 |
| 88 | 11 | 3510 | 772.2 | 907 | 92.55 | 816 | 83.3 |
| 96 | 12 | 4170 | 917.4 | 1071 | 109.29 | 964 | 98.4 |
| 104 | 13 | 4900 | 1078 | 1228 | 125.3 | 1105 | 112.8 |
| 112 | 14 | 5700 | 1254 | 1418 | 144.69 | 1276 | 130.2 |
| 120 | 15 | 6500 | 1430 | 1628 | 166.12 | 1465 | 149.5 |
| 128 | 16 | 7400 | 1628 | 1838 | 187.55 | 1654 | 168.8 |
| 136 | 17 | 8400 | 1848 | 2069 | 211.12 | 1862 | 190.0 |
| 144 | 18 | 9400 | 2068 | 2309 | 235.61 | 2078 | 212.1 |
| 160 | 20 | 11521 | 2534.62 | 2829 | 288.67 | 2546 | 259.8 |
24-12 vs Standard 12-Strand Rope
| Feature | Standard 12-Strand | 24-12 Construction |
|---|---|---|
| Rope Roundness | Good | Excellent |
| Surface Smoothness | Standard | Improved |
| Abrasion Distribution | Standard | Better |
| Flexibility | Good | Better |
| Handling | Good | Easier |
| Service Life | Standard | Longer |
| Floating Performance | Excellent | Excellent |
| Cost Efficiency | Excellent | Excellent |
While both constructions provide excellent floating performance, the optimized 24-12 design delivers smoother handling, improved durability, and better wear distribution for demanding commercial mooring operations.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT ROPE?
| Feature | PP Rope | Nylon Rope | Polyester Rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Very Light | Medium | Medium |
| Floating | Yes | No | No |
| Water Absorption | No | Yes | Yes |
| Strength | Medium | High | High |
| Stretch | Low | High | Low |
| Cost | Low | Higher | Medium |
| Best Use | Floating & light-duty | High load & shock absorption | Durable & low stretch |
WHICH ROPE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
- Choose PP Rope for floating, lightweight, and cost-sensitive applications.
- Choose Nylon Rope for high strength and shock absorption.
- Choose Polyester Rope for durability and low stretch under load.
Get a Quote for Your PP Rope
- Tell us your required diameter, length, and application.
- We will recommend the most suitable solution for your needs.
CERTIFIED FOR MARINE USE
Qualified Premium Mooring Rope
Boyuan Rope is a professional mooring rope manufacturer. And our products meet third-party certifications.
Our certificates include: ISO 9001, BV, SGS, CCS, DNV, ABS, LR, etc.

FAQ
1. What Is a 24-12 Polypropylene Mooring Rope?
A 24-12 polypropylene mooring rope is a premium marine mooring rope designed for commercial vessel operations. Unlike a conventional 12-strand rope, each primary strand is divided into two balanced sub-strands, creating a smoother and rounder rope profile. This optimized construction improves flexibility, wear distribution, and handling while maintaining the lightweight and floating characteristics of polypropylene mooring rope.
2. How Is 24-12 Construction Different from Standard 12-Strand Rope?
Compared with a standard 12-strand marine mooring rope, the 24-12 polypropylene mooring rope offers a smoother surface, improved flexibility, and better abrasion distribution. These advantages help reduce localized wear when the rope passes through fairleads, bollards, and chocks, making it an ideal commercial vessel mooring rope for ports, tugboats, and cargo ships.
3. What Are the Advantages of Polypropylene Mooring Rope?
Polypropylene mooring rope is lightweight, naturally buoyant, and resistant to most chemicals. It floats on water, making it easy to recover during marine operations. Compared with heavier synthetic ropes, it is easier to handle and offers a cost-effective solution for commercial vessel mooring, fishing fleets, tugboats, and general marine applications.
4. Does Polypropylene Rope Float on Water?
Yes. Polypropylene rope has a density of approximately 0.91, which is lower than water. This makes it an excellent floating mooring rope, providing better visibility, safer handling, and easier retrieval during marine and offshore operations.
5. Is 24-12 Polypropylene Rope Suitable for Commercial Vessel Mooring?
Yes. Our 24-12 polypropylene mooring rope is specifically engineered for commercial vessel mooring applications, including cargo ships, harbor operations, tugboats, fishing vessels, and port terminals. Its improved roundness and enhanced abrasion resistance help extend rope service life under frequent mooring conditions.
6. How Do I Choose the Correct Rope Diameter?
Choosing the right marine mooring rope depends on vessel size, minimum breaking load (MBL), operating environment, and mooring equipment. Our engineering team can recommend the most suitable polypropylene mooring rope based on your application, ensuring reliable performance and compliance with project requirements.
7. Can You Customize Eye Splices and Rope Length?
Yes. We manufacture custom eye splice polypropylene rope in a wide range of diameters, lengths, colors, and splice configurations. Protective sleeves, soft eyes, thimbles, OEM branding, and private label services are also available to meet project-specific requirements.
8. Is the Rope UV Stabilized?
Yes. Our UV stabilized polypropylene rope is manufactured using premium UV-resistant raw materials to improve durability under prolonged sunlight exposure. This helps maintain rope performance and extends service life in demanding marine environments.
9. Can the Rope Be Inspected by DNV, LR, or Other Classification Societies?
Yes. We can arrange DNV inspected mooring rope and third-party inspection upon request. Certification and inspection services are available from internationally recognized classification societies, including DNV, ABS, LR, BV, CCS, and NK, according to customer or project requirements.
10. How Can I Request a Quotation?
As an experienced marine mooring rope manufacturer, we provide customized quotations based on your required rope diameter, length, quantity, application, and destination. Simply send us your specifications, and our engineering team will recommend the most suitable 24-12 polypropylene mooring rope and provide a competitive factory quotation.
11. What Is the Difference Between Polypropylene and Nylon Mooring Rope?
Both materials are widely used for marine mooring ropes, but they serve different purposes. Polypropylene mooring rope is lightweight, floats on water, and is more economical, making it suitable for general commercial marine applications. Nylon mooring rope offers higher strength, greater elasticity, and superior shock absorption, making it the preferred choice for heavy-duty and dynamic mooring systems.
12. What Is the Service Life of a Polypropylene Mooring Rope?
The service life of a polypropylene mooring rope depends on operating frequency, UV exposure, abrasion, environmental conditions, and maintenance practices. With proper storage, regular inspection, and correct handling, a high-quality UV stabilized polypropylene rope can provide reliable long-term performance in commercial marine applications.






