HMS Nile (1806)

The British Royal Navy purchased HMS Nile on 3 November 1806. She was the hired armed cutter Nile. After a brief, undistinguished career, the Navy sold her in 1810 only to have to break her up in 1811.

For other ships with the same name, see HMS Nile, Hired armed cutter Nile, and Hired armed lugger Nile.

History
United Kingdom
NameHMS Nile
NamesakeBattle of the Nile
AcquiredNovember 1806
FateSold 1810 but then broken up 1811
General characteristics
Tons burthen166 20⁄94 (bm)
PropulsionSails
Complement55
Armament12 × 12-pounder carronades
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