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HMS Hecla (A132)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
HMS Hecla
Launch Year
1964
Type
Survey Ship
Class
Hecla-class survey vessel
Pennant Number
A132
Launched
1964
Built at
Yarrow
Commissioned
1965
Armament
Light weapons
Propulsion
Diesel-electric
Role
Survey ship
Notable for
Hydrographic flagship
Fate
Decommissioned 1990
Status
Decommissioned

HMS Hecla was a Royal Navy or Royal Fleet Auxiliary survey ship associated with hecla-class survey vessel.

Service History

HMS Hecla served in survey ship duties and is known for hydrographic flagship.

Historical Significance

HMS Hecla illustrates the logistical, amphibious, survey, or support backbone behind British naval operations.