Spanish cruiser Isabel II

An unidentified Velasco-class (here called "Infanta Isabel-class") cruiser in U.S. waters during the 1880s or 1890s, showing the appearance of Isabel II
History
Armada Española EnsignSpain
NameIsabel II
NamesakeQueen Isabella II of Spain.
BuilderFerrol
Laid down1883
Launched19 February 1886
Completed1888–89
FateStricken 1907
General characteristics
Class and typeVelasco-class unprotected cruiser
Displacement1,152 tons
Length210 ft 0 in (64.01 m)
Beam32 ft 0 in (9.75 m)
Draft13 ft 8 in (4.17 m) maximum
Installed power1,500 ihp (1,100 kW)
Propulsion1-shaft, horizontal compound, 4-cylinder boilers
Sail planBarque-rigged
Speed13 knots (24 km/h; 15 mph)
Complement173 officers and enlisted
Armament
Notes200 to 220 tons of coal (normal)

Isabel II was a Velasco-class unprotected cruiser of the Spanish Navy, named after Queen Isabella II. The ship fought at San Juan, Puerto Rico, during the Spanish–American War.


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