Ship Record

RFA Pearleaf (A77)

Learn about RFA Pearleaf (A77) in Royal Navy history.

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

Service History

RFA Pearleaf served in fleet tanker duties and is known for fleet support tanker.

Historical Significance

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

Quick Facts

Ship Name: RFA Pearleaf
Launch Year: 1960
Type: Fleet Tanker
Class: Leaf-class tanker
Pennant Number: A77
Launched: 1960
Built at: Cammell Laird
Commissioned: 1960
Armament: Light defensive weapons
Propulsion: Steam turbines
Role: Fleet tanker
Notable for: Fleet support tanker
Fate: Decommissioned 1986
Status: Decommissioned