Ganges (1778 EIC ship)
| History | |
|---|---|
| Great Britain | |
| Name | Ganges |
| Namesake | Ganges |
| Owner |
|
| Operator | British East India Company |
| Builder | Wells, Deptford |
| Launched | 22 October 1778 |
| Fate | Last listed 1796 |
| General characteristics | |
| Tons burthen | 758, or 78230⁄94, or 784 (bm) |
| Length |
|
| Beam | 36 ft 3+1⁄4 in (11.1 m) |
| Depth of hold | 15 ft 0 in (4.6 m) |
| Propulsion | Sail |
| Complement | 100 |
| Armament | 26 × 6-pounder guns |
| Notes | Three decks |
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Ganges was launched in 1778 as an East Indiaman. She made six voyages for the British East India Company (EIC), and one voyage as a transport for a naval expedition. She was last listed in 1796.