Almirante Tamandaré
Captured
Rebel fleet (Brazil)
| Type | Protected cruiser |
|---|---|
| War | Brazilian Naval Revolt |
| Main guns | 10 × 6″ guns |
Brazilian-built cruiser. Held by the rebels in Rio bay; fell to the government when the revolt collapsed.
Armament and specifications
Armament
- 10 × 6 in (150 mm) guns (10 × 1)
- 2 × 4.7 in (120 mm) guns (2 × 1)
- 10 × 3-pounder guns
Armour
- Deck: 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Casemates : 3 in (76 mm)
- Conning tower : 2 in (51 mm)
| Builder | Arsenal de Marinha do Rio de Janeiro |
|---|---|
| Laid down | 1884 |
| Launched | 20 March 1890 |
| Displacement | 4,735 t |
| Length | 294 ft 2 in (89.66 m) |
| Speed | 17 kn (20 mph; 31 km/h) |
| Complement | 400 |
As built, from the ship's Wikipedia article. Figures there may cover later refits too.
Career
Launched
20 March 1890
Siege of Rio de Janeiro
Captured
September 1893 – March 1894
Fate
Captured
Discarded, 1920