KARU 1935-1964

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DescriptionBuilt 1035 by A Stephens, Glasgow. 1044 GRT. Built to replace OPIHI in the South island - New Plymouth trade. She had a cruiser stern and was the first coastal motorship. Remained on the New Zealand coast for 29 years. Sold to Hong Kong interest and wrecked on delivery voyage July 1964 on passage Sydney - Guam. Photo taken in Wellington Harbour c. 1952. Number of Images3 Last edited by: John Brown

Date posted4th April 2011ContributorN Campbell

Particulars of Ship

BuilderA Stephen & Son Last edited by: John Brown

Where BuiltLinthouse Last edited by: John Brown

Date Built1935 Last edited by: John Brown

Tonnage1044 GRT Last edited by: John Brown

PropulsionSingle screw motor Last edited by: John Brown

Owners & Previous Names1935-64 USSCo Last edited by: John Brown

Additional NotesBuilt to replace OPIHI in the South island - New Plymouth trade. She had a cruiser stern and was the first coastal motorship. Remained on the New Zealand coast for 29 years. Sold to Hong Kong interests and wrecked Jomard Passage, Louisade Archipelago on delivery voyage 11 July 1964 on passage Sydney - Guam. Last edited by: John Brown

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KARU 1935-1964