HMIS Konkan (J228) was a Bangor-class minesweeper constructed during World War II, originally ordered from Lobnitz & Co. for the Royal Navy under the name HMS Tilbury in 1940. However, before her launch, she was transferred to the Royal Indian Navy and commissioned as HMIS Konkan. The vessel exemplifies the Bangor class's design philosophy, emphasizing ease of construction and versatility in engine types to facilitate mass production in civilian shipyards. The Konkan displaced approximately 673 long tons (684 tonnes) at standard load and up to 860 long tons (870 tonnes) at deep load. She measured 189 feet (57.6 meters) in overall length, with a beam of 28 feet 6 inches (8.7 meters) and a draught of 10 feet 6 inches (3.2 meters). Her crew comprised 60 officers and ratings. Power was provided by two vertical triple-expansion steam engines, each driving a shaft with steam supplied by two Admiralty three-drum boilers. These engines produced 2,400 shaft horsepower, enabling a maximum speed of 16 knots (30 km/h). Her fuel capacity allowed a range of 2,800 nautical miles (5,200 km) at 10 knots. Armament on HMIS Konkan included a 12-pounder (3-inch) anti-aircraft gun and a QF 2-pounder (4 cm) AA gun or a quadruple Vickers .50 machine gun mount. Throughout the war, modifications sometimes replaced the 2-pounder with twin or single 20 mm Oerlikon AA guns, and additional Oerlikon mounts were installed. Her minesweeping gear could be exchanged for approximately 40 depth charges, giving her versatility for escort duties. Operated primarily with the Eastern Fleet, HMIS Konkan played a vital role escorting convoys between Africa, British India, and Australia from 1943 to 1945. She was part of the 31st Minesweeping Squadron, alongside other vessels such as INS Rajputana and Rohikhand, as well as Australian-built Bathurst-class minesweepers like INS Bengal, Bombay, and Madras. HMIS Konkan was listed in the Indian Navy as late as 1971 and was disposed of in 1973, marking her long service life and maritime significance as a key minesweeper during and after WWII.

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