Arethusa

Owner: J.G.;R. Diggelmann;von Kaenel

Area: Switzerland

Hull

Open Launch. Construction: Plywood and epoxy.
Hull model: Dawn designed by Glyn Lancaster Jones
Built 1988 by Martin Aplin at Bitterne
LOA: 16' 0", Beam: 5' 3",
Dark green hull, varnished deck & interior Double ended.

Boiler

3-drum WT Built 1989 by Anthony Bever at Swindon
Fuel: Coal, Pressure: 150 psi,
Xhead driven fp & ap, Kcond. No.23. Top drum 5¼" dia x 15" long

Engine

Propeller

3 blades, 12" X 20"
Shaft: 3/4" SS

History

Boat built & fitted out 1988-90 by Martin Aplin, Bitterne, UK. First steamed May 1991. Sold 1995 to Horst Anders, Hattersheim, Germany. After the death of Horst 2002, acquired by new owners and taken to Switzerland. Hull, engine and pumps completely restored during 2003-2004.

(Juerg Diggelmann) Lake Zurich, 2004