Vessel Profile

Duncan (R.C.M.P.)

Duncan (R.C.M.P.)
Photo: Franca Forrest

Story

This patrol vessel was built in 1973 by Calgan Marine Ltd. in North Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

The Duncan was built for ’E’ Division in British Columbia and served on the west coast near Tahsis on Vancouver Island. The Duncan originally had “jet” propulsion rather than a propeller. In the summer of 1975 this vessel was partially destroyed by fire. This vessel was repaired and the engines changed to two (2) 318 cubic inch Chrysler inboard engines.

Owners & Masters

In 1973-1993 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 1993 she was sold out of service.

Repower

Repowered with a 2 - 318 cubic inch inboard engines, Chrysler Canada (1975)

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 18/11/2018)
  • RCMP Archives File 1200-200-20 RCMP P/V 'DUNCAN' Richmond, BC.
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