Pert

Pert PERT, paddle tug, enlarged Robust-class. Launched 4.4.16 Thornycroft. 1023 tons, 178(oa), 170(pp)x36x12 ft. 2000ihp, 13kts. 179 x 59 x 12ft. Disp 1023. Speed 13. BP 20. The largest paddle tug. Based Devonport. Attended 1953 Coronation Review. Scrapped 1962.

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