Ship Record

HMS Newcastle (16)

Learn about HMS Newcastle (16) in Royal Navy history.

HMS Newcastle was a Royal Navy cruiser of the town-class cruiser town.

Service History

HMS Newcastle served as a light cruiser and is chiefly associated with mediterranean and pacific service.

Historical Significance

HMS Newcastle contributes to the history of the Royal Navy’s cruiser force and the development of town-class cruiser town.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Newcastle
Launch Year: 1936
Type: Cruiser
Class: Town-class cruiser town
Pennant Number: 16
Launched: 1936
Built at: Vickers-Armstrong
Commissioned: 1937
Armament: 12 × 6-inch guns
Propulsion: Steam turbines
Role: Light cruiser
Notable for: Mediterranean and Pacific service
Fate: Broken up
Status: Decommissioned