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HMS Hydra (H83)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
HMS Hydra
Launch Year
1965
Type
Survey Ship
Class
Hecla-class survey vessel
Pennant Number
H83
Launched
1965
Built at
Yarrow
Commissioned
1966
Armament
Light weapons
Propulsion
Diesel-electric
Role
Survey ship
Notable for
Oceanographic and hydrographic service
Fate
Decommissioned 2001
Status
Decommissioned

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

Service History

HMS Hydra served in survey ship duties and is known for oceanographic and hydrographic service.

Historical Significance

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