Vessel Profile

M.232 Takuli (R.C.A.F.)

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Story

This high speed rescue vessel was built in 1941 by Canadian Power Boat Co. Ltd. in Montreal, QC.

Historical Notes

Shipped from Halifax NS on the SS Montevideo 13 Mar 1942, arrived Vancouver BC 13 Apr 1942. Transferred to EAC - departed Patricia Bay BC 02 Sep 1947 arrived Halifax NS 14 Oct 1947.

Owners & Masters

In 1941-1951 she was built for the Royal Canadian Air Force.

In 1951-1957 she was transferred to the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1958 she was sold.

References

  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
  • Weicht, Chris (1997)
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 18/07/2018)
  • RG24 Accession 1983-84/049 Box 1245 File 1018A-M232 Marine Craft - M232 - Takuli
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