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PORTREE (1965b, Colintraive ferry) c

postcard, 5.5" x 3.5", 140mm x 90mm

Product information

postcard by ETW Dennis, no. D.0849, 

not posted, very minor faults, 

5.5" x 3.5", 140mm x 90mm (approx)

our ref: XRQ236

PORTREE (Scottish Transport)

Car ferry built in 1965 by James Lamont & Co., Glasgow, as Portree for the Caledonian Steam Packet service from the Kyle of Lochalsh to Skye. Built as a side-loader, in 1970 she was converted to a bow loader and transferred to the Kyles Of Bute service between Rhubodach and Colintraive. Sold for service as a tender on Holy Loch when replaced by new tonnage in 1986.

Technical specifications

Brand: E T W Dennis
Condition: Used
Product Code: XRQa

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