Ship Record

RFA Reliant (A84)

Learn about RFA Reliant (A84) in Royal Navy history.

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

Service History

RFA Reliant served in support ship duties and is known for falklands support.

Historical Significance

RFA Reliant illustrates the often overlooked logistical and amphibious backbone of British naval power.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: RFA Reliant
Launch Year: 1976
Type: Auxiliary Ship
Class: Stores and support ship
Pennant Number: A84
Launched: 1976
Built at: Cammell Laird
Commissioned: 1977
Armament: Light defensive weapons
Propulsion: Diesel engines
Role: Support ship
Notable for: Falklands support
Fate: Decommissioned 2001
Status: Decommissioned