Ship Record

RFA Appleleaf (A79)

Learn about RFA Appleleaf (A79) in Royal Navy history.

RFA Appleleaf was a Royal Navy or Royal Fleet Auxiliary fleet tanker associated with leaf-class tanker.

Service History

RFA Appleleaf served in fleet tanker duties and is known for long tanker service.

Historical Significance

RFA Appleleaf illustrates the logistical, amphibious, survey, or support backbone behind British naval operations.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: RFA Appleleaf
Launch Year: 1954
Type: Fleet Tanker
Class: Leaf-class tanker
Pennant Number: A79
Launched: 1954
Built at: Cammell Laird
Commissioned: 1955
Armament: Light defensive weapons
Propulsion: Steam turbines
Role: Fleet tanker
Notable for: Long tanker service
Fate: Decommissioned 1983
Status: Decommissioned