Potton (1814 ship)
| History | |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | |
| Name | Potton |
| Namesake | Potton, or possibly Potton Island |
| Owner |
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| Builder | Barkworth & Hawkes, Hessle, Hull |
| Launched | 6 December 1814 |
| Fate | Foundered 1829 |
| General characteristics | |
| Tons burthen | 39161⁄94, or 396 (bm) |
| Length | 111 ft 0 in (33.8 m) |
| Beam | 28 ft 10 in (8.8 m) |
| Propulsion | Sail |
| Armament | 10 × 6-pounder guns |
Potton was launched in 1814 and shortly thereafter made one of two voyages under charter to the British East India Company (EIC). Between voyages for the EIC and after she was a general trader until she foundered in 1829.