Achilles III is a 36.58 m Motor Yacht, built in the United Kingdom by J. Samuel White and delivered in 1956. She is one of 3 Ham Class models.
Her top speed is 15.0 kn, her cruising speed is 13.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 2750.0 nm at 12.0 kn, with power coming from two Caterpillar diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 8 guests in 1 stateroom, with 6 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 189.0 GT and a 6.71 m beam.
She was designed by Admiralty, who also completed the naval architecture. Admiralty has designed 44 yachts and created the naval architecture for 46 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.
Achilles III underwent a full-scale rebuild at Millkraft that finished in 1997.
Achilles III is in the top 30% by LOA in the world. She is one of 1236 motor yachts in the 35-40m size range.
Achilles III is registered under the Australia flag (along with a total of other 177 yachts).
Specifications
- Name: Achilles III
- Previous Names: Hmas Porpoise (RAN),Hms Neasham (RN)
- Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
- Yacht Subtype: Classic Yacht
- Model:Ham Class
- Builder: J. Samuel White
- Naval Architect: Admiralty
- Exterior Designer: Admiralty
- Flag:Australia