HMS Sultana (1768)

HMS Sultana was a small Royal Navy schooner that patrolled the American coast from 1768 through 1772. Her role was to prevent smuggling and to collect customs duties. She was retired and sold in 1773 when unrest in Britain's American colonies required larger, better armed patrol craft.

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

History
Great Britain
NameHMS Sultana
OwnerRoyal Navy
BuilderBenjamin Hallowell
Launched1767
Acquired1768
In service27 August 1768
Out of service10 October 1772
FateSold at auction
General characteristics
Class and typeSchooner
Tons burthen5268⁄94 (bm)
Length
  • 50 ft 6 in (15.4 m) (deck)
  • 38 ft 5+1⁄8 in (11.7 m) (keel)
Beam16 ft 0+3⁄3 in (4.9 m)
Depth of hold8 ft 4 in (2.5 m)
Complement25
Armament8 x ½-pounder swivel guns
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