HMS Regulus (1785)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Regulus
- Launch Year
- 1785
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1785
- Commissioned
- 1785
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Regulus (1785) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Regulus served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Regulus helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.