HMS Pactolus (1813)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Pactolus
- Launch Year
- 1813
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1813
- Commissioned
- 1813
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Pactolus (1813) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Pactolus served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Pactolus helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.