Scindian
| History | |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | |
| Name | Scindian |
| Namesake | Scindia |
| Launched | 1844 |
| Fate | Sank 3 November 1880 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Convict ship |
| Tonnage | 605nrt, 637grt, & 536(Under deck) |
| Tons burthen | 535,(Old calculation) or 650(post-1836 Act) (bm) |
| Length | 129 ft 1 in (39.3 m) |
| Beam | 31 ft 7 in (9.6 m) |
| Depth | 21 ft 2 in (6.5 m) |
| Sail plan | Barque |
Scindian is widely considered the first convict ship to transport convicts to Western Australia. She was launched in 1844 and sank in 1880.