HMS Stork (L81)

HMS Stork (L81) was a Bittern-class sloop of the Royal Navy. She was active during the Second World War, serving in convoy escort groups, and was a successful anti-submarine warfare vessel, being credited with the destruction of four U-boats.

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

HMS Stork in July 1943
History
United Kingdom
NameHMS Stork
Ordered1 May 1935
BuilderWilliam Denny & Brothers, Dumbarton
Laid down19 June 1935
Launched21 April 1936
Commissioned10 September 1936
IdentificationPennant number: L81 / U81
FateBroken up at Troon 1958
General characteristics
Class and typeBittern-class sloop
Displacement1,190 tons
Length266 ft (81 m)
Beam37 ft (11 m)
Propulsion
  • Geared steam turbines on two shafts
  • 3,300 hp
Speed18.75-knot (34.73 km/h)
Complement125
Armament
  • 6 × 4-inch (102 mm) DP guns
  • 4 × 0.5-inch (13 mm) AA machine guns
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