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Victoria 2

  • Class – Peake
  • Operational Number – 
  • Length – 32 feet
  • Beam – 7 feet 6 inches
  • Displacement – 
  • Draught – 14 inches
  • Speed – 
  • Propulsion – Oars (10) pulling
  • Range – 
  • Complement – 12
  • Survivor Capacity – 
  • Cost – £253.11s.0d
  • Launches – 12
  • Lives saved – 17
  • Service Dates – 1 April 1867 to 1 February 1884
  • Unfortunately 6 oarsmen on the previous Lifeboat, Victoria, were not powerful enough for the strong currents, they failed to reach a ship in trouble and 7 of its crewmen lost their lives. Victoria was replaced by Victoria 2, a larger boat with 10 oarsmenBy now, there are 3,000 RNLI crew around the country.  All crew are issued with Lifejackets for the first time

We have strived to provide the most accurate information about our lifesaving boats. If you have any additional details or insights to share, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to us on welly@exmouthlifeboat.org.uk 

 

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A lively town sitting on the east coast of Devon, Exmouth has plenty to offer families, tourists and thrill seekers alike. Explore two miles of golden sandy beach, hop from shop to local eatery, or admire the wildlife at the idyllic Exe estuary. Your perfect day out along the World Heritage Jurassic Coast begins here

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