MV Clansman (1964)

MV Clansman at Mallaig in 1967, viewed from MV Loch Seaforth
History
United Kingdom
Name
  • MV Clansman
  • 1985: Tamira
  • 1986: Al Hussen
  • 1986: Al Rashheed
Owner
OperatorDavid MacBrayne Ltd
Port of registryLeith then Glasgow
Builder
Yard number911
Launched16 January 1964
In service5 June 1964
Out of serviceAugust 1984
Identification
General characteristics
TypeVehicle ferry
Tonnage1,420 GT; 407 DWT
Length235 feet (72 m)
Beam46 feet (14 m)
Draught9 feet (2.7 m)
Installed power4 x Glenniffer generators
PropulsionMachinery: 2 x Crossley SCSA. each 8 cyls. 10½ x 13½"
Speed14 knots (26 km/h) (service)
Capacity600 passengers and 50 cars

MV Clansman was the second of a trio of hoist-loading car ferries built for David MacBrayne Ltd in 1964 and operated on the Mallaig to Armadale, Skye route for ten years. Converted to ro-ro operation, she operated on the Stornoway, Isle of Mull and Arran services. Underpowered and troubled by mechanical breakdowns, she was taken out of service after 20 years.

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