HMS Greyhound (1780)

HMS Greyhound was a cutter that the British Admiralty purchased in 1780 and renamed Viper in 1781. Viper captured several French privateers in the waters around Great Britain, and took part in a notable engagement. She was sold in October 1809.

For other ships with the same name, see HMS Greyhound and HMS Viper.

The Greyhound Excise Cutter. Capt Wm Watson - on a wind, chasing
History
Great Britain
NameGreyhound
Acquired23 June 1780 (by purchase)
RenamedHMS Viper (1781)
Honours and
awards		Naval General Service Medal with clasp, "29 July Boat Service 1800"
FateBroken up July 1848
General characteristics
TypeCutter
Tons burthen148 (bm)
PropulsionSails
Sail planSchooner
Complement60
Armament
  • 1780: 12 x 4-pounder guns + 8 x ½-pounder swivel guns
  • 1800: 2 x 4-pounder bow chasers + 10 x 12-pounder carronades
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