Mersey Class ALB
Eleanor and Bryant Girling


The Mersey class lifeboat was introduced in 1988 and was the RNLI's first ‘fast’ carriage lifeboat. It was designed to be launched from a carriage but can also lie afloat or be launched from a slipway. Propellers are protected by partial tunnels and substantial bilge keels. The Mersey is the smallest ALB in the fleet, but is perfectly suited to the local conditions.



Eleanor and Bryant Girling

Length:

12m

Top Speed: 17 knots
Range: 140 nautical miles
Weight: 13 tonnes
Crew: 6
Construction: Aluminium or Fibre Reinforced Composite