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Title: Scientific American Supplement, No. 601, July 9, 1887
Author : Various Authors
Release Date : January 01, 2012
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles,Books,Lifestyle & Home,
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Among the different classes of vessels designed for special services, constructed by Messrs. Yarrow & Co. , at Poplar, for the British government, is one which is stated to be the fastest torpedo boat in her majesty's navy. This boat has been put through its official trials; with a load of 15 tons, running continuously for two hours without stopping, a speed of 23 knots, which is equal to 26½ statute miles, an hour was obtained. The boat is 135 ft. long by 14 ft. beam. Its design is known as the Falke type, being in many respects similar, but very superior, to a torpedo boat of that name which was built two years ago by the same firm for the Austrian government.