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The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services
The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services
This very special vessel is a small piece of British, French and American maritime
history!
She was first commissioned for the British Admiralty as
TID174 in 1944.
She was specifically designed for the D-Day landings, her shallow draft enabling her to work close inshore at Normandy without the risk of running aground. We understand that the Admiralty ordered 180 of these tugs, of which it is believed only two remain afloat.
After the war she was sold to the French Admiralty and continued in the same role until, in the 50’s, the American Navy acquired her. She was then converted from steam to diesel and re-fitted with more spacious accommodation. The engine that they put in her at that time was a Detroit, but she now has a 350hp Cummings NH engine which is thought to be the last one of its type left in commission.
When the Americans had no more use for her she passed on to Red Funnel Ferries on the Isle of Wight and continued in service until she was finally laid up at Leigh on Sea, until her previous owner acquired her.
She has recently had the hull re-fitted with no expense spared and full electrics throughout with 240 power in every cabin.
The owner is selling because of ill health and does not want her sat idle as he fears that this would be a real shame!
So, if you want to live aboard, or simply to own and operate a vessel which has played a key role in the UK's maritime history, log on, have a look and get in contact.
As you can see some of the photos have been updated due to her new external paint work and saloon being fitted out.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Where the particulars herein give details of a boat, whether new or used, they are intended to give a fair description of the vessel but are not guaranteed as accurate or complete. They shall not form part of any offer or contract for the sale of the vessel. The prospective purchaser is recommended to independently check the particulars and the vessel. The vendor is not selling in the course of a business unless otherwise stated. Personal property is excluded from the sale of the vessel unless specifically included in the listing specification above or in a purchase contract. Personal property may be equipment or gear not permanently attached to the vessel including but not limited to: artwork, entertainment equipment, fishing equipment, TV receivers, recreational equipment, kayaks, tools, and personal appliances. Photos that may incidentally depict owners' personal property do not convey that such items are included in the sale of the vessel unless such items are specifically listed herein. At all times, where the particulars herein give details of a new boat and/or a new boat to be supplied/built by a builder/manufacturer, or a boat to be chartered, via our introduction, we do not guarantee or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information offered by third-party companies in respect thereof including without limitation new boat builders/manufacturers, charter companies and/or companies/businesses which are ‘Friends of Boatshed’. We shall not be responsible for, or party to, any transactions, contracts or agreements between you and such third-party providers of products or services and it is incumbent upon you to verify such details direct with such entities and contract with them at your sole discretion and on terms that you agree.