Ship Record

RFA Oakleaf (A111)

Learn about RFA Oakleaf (A111) in Royal Navy history.

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

Service History

RFA Oakleaf served in fleet tanker duties and is known for falklands and gulf support.

Historical Significance

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

Quick Facts

Ship Name: RFA Oakleaf
Launch Year: 1980
Type: Fleet Tanker
Class: Leaf-class tanker
Pennant Number: A111
Launched: 1980
Built at: Cammell Laird
Commissioned: 1981
Armament: Light defensive weapons
Propulsion: Diesel engines
Role: Fleet tanker
Notable for: Falklands and Gulf support
Fate: Decommissioned 2009
Status: Decommissioned