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SD Nimble

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History
United Kingdom
NameRMAS Nimble (A222)
BuilderRichard Dunston
Launched1985
In service1985
Out of service2008
StatusTransferred to Serco Marine Services
United Kingdom
NameSD Nimble
In service2008
Out of serviceUnknown
Identification
Statussold to commercial interests for further use
General characteristics
Tonnage384 GT[1]
Length38.8 m (127 ft 4 in)[1]
Beam9.42 m (30 ft 11 in)[1]
Draught4 m (13 ft 1 in)[1]
PropulsionTwo diesels, two shafts, 2,640 bhp
Speed12 kn (22 km/h; 14 mph)[1]
Complement5

SD Nimble was a Twin Tractor Unit Tug operated by Serco Marine Services in support of the United Kingdom's Naval Service. The ship was operated by the Royal Maritime Auxiliary Service until its disbandment in March 2008.[1]

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f Bush, Steve (2014). British Warships and Auxiliaries. Maritime Books. p. 69. ISBN 978-1904459552.