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Length = |
11.77m (38ft 7in) |
Range = | 140 Miles |
| Crew = | 6 | |||
| Launch = | Carriage, Afloat or Slipway | |||
| Speed = | 16 Knots | |||
| Construction = |
Aluminium or fibre reinforced composite(FRC) |
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| Displacement = | 14 tonnes |
Mersey Class
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Length = |
11.77m (38ft 7in) |
Range = | 140 Miles |
| Crew = | 6 | |||
| Launch = | Carriage, Afloat or Slipway | |||
| Speed = | 16 Knots | |||
| Construction = |
Aluminium or fibre reinforced composite(FRC) |
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| Displacement = | 14 tonnes |
Engine's = Two Caterpillar V8
The Mersey class was the first 'fast' carriage lifeboat, introduced in 1988. It was designed to be launched from a carriage but can also lie afloat or be slipway launched. Features include a slightly 'boxy' wheelhouse set well aft and a sheer line flattened towards the bow. Propellers are fully protected by partial tunnels and substantial bilge keels. The last Mersey was built in 1993.
The North Division has Nine of the Mersey class lifeboats operating in the division.
