Full hull model

Full hull model of a ship's lifeboat. Number "2" on deck of first model. The number two hull is painted in red and has a slightly different shaped stern as well as having the relieving tubes centrally placed in wooden trunks. It also has large blocks of cork running under the side benches to provide extra buoyancy.

Object Details

ID: SLR2591.4
Type: Full hull model
Display location: Display - Voyagers
Date made: circa 1850
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 90 mm x 406 mm x 102 mm
Parts: Service vessel; Lifeboat (Full hull model)