MORAY FIRTH
Shipbuildervessel built by
John Lewis & Sons
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1907 - 1976)
Date1927
Object NameCARGO VESSEL
MediumSTEEL
ClassificationsShip
Dimensionslength 160 5/12' x breadth 26 5/12' x depth 12'
Gross Tonnage: 541 ton
Gross Tonnage: 541 ton
Object numberABDSHIP000055
Keywords
Yard Number: 106
Official number: 149449
Fate: sank after a collision, 28 March 1943, while en route from London to Kirkwall with a cargo of cement.
Propulsion: Steam
Description: Coaster with raised quarter deck, electric light fitted, machinery aft.
Owners:
1927: Firth Shipping Company, Newcastle
General History:
21/11/1927: Builder's certificate issued.
29/11/1927: Trial run.
Note: Engine number 184, boiler no. 150.
