HMS Hawke (1794)

HMS Hawke was a former Dutch hoy, one of 19, that the British Admiralty purchased in 1794 for service with the Royal Navy. She seems to have participated in only one engagement against the French and was sold in 1796.

For other ships with the same name, see HMS Hawke and HMS Hawk.

History
Great Britain
NameHMS Hawke or Hawk
Acquiredby purchase under Admiralty Order of 3 February 1794
FateSold 1796
General characteristics
TypeHoy
Tons burthen68 (bm)
Length
  • 66 ft 10 in (20.37 m) (overall)
  • 57 ft 9+5⁄8 in (17.6 m) (keel)
Beam14 ft 10+1⁄4 in (4.528 m)
Depth of hold7 ft 3+1⁄2 in (2.223 m)
PropulsionSails
Sail plansloop
Complement30
Armament1 x 24-pounder gun + 3 x 32-pounder carronades +
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