Ship Record

HMS Sirius (82)

Learn about HMS Sirius (82) in Royal Navy history.

HMS Sirius was a Royal Navy cruiser of the dido-class cruiser.

Service History

HMS Sirius served as a anti-aircraft cruiser and is chiefly associated with mediterranean operations.

Historical Significance

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

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Sirius
Launch Year: 1940
Type: Cruiser
Class: Dido-class cruiser
Pennant Number: 82
Launched: 1940
Built at: Portsmouth Dockyard
Commissioned: 1942
Armament: 10 × 5.25-inch guns
Propulsion: Steam turbines
Role: Anti-aircraft cruiser
Notable for: Mediterranean operations
Fate: Broken up
Status: Decommissioned

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