HMS Rifleman (1809)

Rifleman was a Cruizer-class brig-sloop launched in 1809 for the Royal Navy. She served in the North Sea, on the Halifax and Jamaica stations, and in the Mediterranean Sea. During her service she recaptured a Royal Navy vessel in Danish service, and two privateers. The Navy sold her in 1836 and she proceed to sail as a merchantman and whaler between 1837 and 1856.

For other ships with the same name, see HMS Rifleman.

Rifleman
History
United Kingdom
NameHMS Rifleman
Ordered5 November 1808
BuilderJohn King, Upnor
Laid downJanuary 1809
Launched12 August 1809
FateSold 1836
United Kingdom
Port of registryLondon
Acquired1836 by purchase
FateNo longer listed in Lloyd's Register after 1856
General characteristics
Class and typeCruizer-class brig-sloop
Tons burthen383, or 38386⁄94, or 402 (bm)
Length
  • 100 ft 10 in (30.7 m) (overall)
  • 77 ft 4 in (23.6 m) (keel)
Beam30 ft 8 in (9.3 m)
Draught
  • 6 ft 8 in (2.0 m) (unladen)
  • 11 ft 2 in (3.4 m) (laden)
Depth of hold12 ft 9 in (3.9 m)
PropulsionSails
Sail planBrig rigged
Complement121
Armament
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