RFA Eddyrock
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Design and construction
These vessels were originally small tankers intended for fleet support operations; however, after the post-war restructuring of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, they were swiftly repurposed for harbour and coastal activities. Designed with two Scotch boilers and a steam-powered, three-cylinder, triple expansion engine connected to a single screw, she was capable of reaching a speed of Script error: No such module "convert".. Her overall length was roughly Script error: No such module "convert"., with a beam measuring about Script error: No such module "convert". and a displacement of Script error: No such module "convert".s.Template:Sfn
RFA Eddyrock possessed a cargo capacity of Script error: No such module "convert".s and was engineered to transport a variety of fuels across four cargo tanks, which were managed by four cargo pumps. Furthermore, she was capable of housing two different grades of lubricating oil in specially designed tanks and had the ability to carry a limited amount of dry cargo and some ammunition. The cargo areas were outfitted with two three-ton and two one-ton derricks for efficient cargo handling, making her particularly practical in small harbours or at anchorages. She was staffed by a crew of around 38 and offered comfortable living accommodations for her size. Nevertheless, due to the low freeboard, she, like her sister ships, frequently appeared to be on the brink of being swamped when navigating with a full load.[1]
RFA Eddyrock was launched by the Blyth Shipbuilding Company on the south bank of the River Blyth on 16 December 1952.[2]
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