Ship Record

RFA Plumleaf (A109)

Learn about RFA Plumleaf (A109) in Royal Navy history.

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

Service History

RFA Plumleaf served in fleet tanker duties and is known for long logistic career.

Historical Significance

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

Quick Facts

Ship Name: RFA Plumleaf
Launch Year: 1960
Type: Fleet Tanker
Class: Leaf-class tanker
Pennant Number: A109
Launched: 1960
Built at: Cammell Laird
Commissioned: 1960
Armament: Light defensive weapons
Propulsion: Steam turbines
Role: Fleet tanker
Notable for: Long logistic career
Fate: Decommissioned 1982
Status: Decommissioned