Scindian

Scindian
History
United Kingdom civil ensignUnited Kingdom
NameScindian
NamesakeScindia
Launched1844
FateSank 3 November 1880
General characteristics
TypeConvict ship
Tonnage605nrt, 637grt, & 536(Under deck)[2]
Tons burthen535,(Old calculation) or 650(post-1836 Act)[1] (bm)
Length129 ft 1 in (39.3 m)[2]
Beam31 ft 7 in (9.6 m)[2]
Depth21 ft 2 in (6.5 m)[2]
Sail planBarque

Scindian is widely considered the first convict ship to transport convicts to Western Australia. She was launched in 1844 and sank in 1880.

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