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The three-masted topsail schooner Iskra was an impressive sailing ship built in the late 19th century. The type of ship to which the Iskra belonged, namely the three-masted topsail schooner, was known for its speed and sailing capabilities, making it suitable for both commercial trade and training purposes.
Type of ship: Three-masted topsail schooner – a sailing ship with three masts and a configuration of both schooner and topsail sails, which allowed the ship to sail efficiently in various weather conditions. This type of ship was particularly suitable for long ocean voyages.
Year of construction: The Iskra was built in Russia in 1891. It was originally designed for trade and for training purposes for future seafarers.
Dimensions: The Iskra was quite large for its time, with a length of approximately 66 metres and a sail area of 1,100 m².
The Iskra was primarily used for training purposes, which was common for ships of this type. The ship was the flagship of the Russian maritime school and played an important role in training future sailors, who learned the skills and techniques necessary for sailing on sailing ships. This was of great importance for the development of the Russian naval power and the maritime industry.
In addition, the Iskra was deployed for various expeditions and travel purposes, including training on long sailing voyages. The ship was often at sea for long periods and was praised for its performance and reliability.
With the advent of modern steamships in the early 20th century, ships like the Iskra became less and less necessary for commercial shipping. Nevertheless, the ship remained in use as a training vessel for a long time, even after most other ships of this type had been decommissioned.
In the 1920s, the Iskra was transferred to the Soviet Union and was used for various purposes, including as a training ship for the Russian navy. The ship was finally decommissioned and scrapped in 1941.
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Description |
Three-masted topsail schooner "Iskra" (Vlissingen 1917) |
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frames/lines; general plan; rigging plan; details |
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1 : 100 |
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3 |
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Weight in grams |
145 |
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Particulars |
l.o.a. 53 cm |
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