Iris

Owner: M.J.S. Ward

Area: New Zealand

Hull

Cabin/Saloon Launch. Construction: Clinker teak.
Built 1913
LOA: 30' 0", Beam: 8' 6",
White, steel upperworks. Built in Great Britain.

Boiler

Lune Valley type VWT Built 1975
Fuel: Oil, Pressure: 200 psi,
4' high, 21 coiled tubes, FD fan, Wkettle.

Engine

Propeller

3 blades, 20" X 30"
Shaft: 1 1/4" phosphor

History

Converted double - ended ship’s lifeboat from SS NIAGARA, plant fitted by owner 1975-1976. First steamed February 1977. 1998 laid up. Refitted 1999-2000.

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