SS Golconda (1887)

Golconda
Golconda entering the Suez Canal from the Red Sea
History
United Kingdom
Name
  • Trans-Pacific (launched)
  • Golconda (1888-1916)
OwnerBritish India Steam Navigation Company
Port of registryGlasgow
BuilderWilliam Doxford & Sons, Sunderland, England
Yard number166
Launched8 February 1887
Completed13 October 1888
IdentificationBritish Official Number 95098
FateSunk by mine 3 June 1916
General characteristics
Tonnage5,874 GRT
Length422 ft (129 m)
Beam41.8 ft (12.7 m)
Installed power4,360 BHP
Sail planbarquentine