Ship Record

RFA Bacchus (A229)

Learn about RFA Bacchus (A229) in Royal Navy history.

RFA Bacchus was a Royal Navy or Royal Fleet Auxiliary auxiliary ship associated with stores support ship.

Service History

RFA Bacchus served in support ship duties and is known for stores and fleet support.

Historical Significance

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

Quick Facts

Ship Name: RFA Bacchus
Launch Year: 1981
Type: Auxiliary Ship
Class: Stores support ship
Pennant Number: A229
Launched: 1981
Built at: Cammell Laird
Commissioned: 1982
Armament: Light defensive weapons
Propulsion: Diesel engines
Role: Support ship
Notable for: Stores and fleet support
Fate: Decommissioned 2008
Status: Decommissioned