French ship Robuste (1758)
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| History | |
|---|---|
| France | |
| Name | Robuste |
| Namesake | "Robust" |
| Ordered | 10 September 1755 |
| Builder | Lorient |
| Laid down | September 1757 |
| Launched | 2 September 1758 |
| Fate | Retired in 1783 |
| General characteristics | |
| Class & type | 74-gun ship of the line |
| Type | ship of the line |
| Tons burthen | 1600 tonnes |
| Length | 56.8 metres |
| Beam | 14.4 metres |
| Depth of hold | 7 metres |
| Propulsion | Sail |
| Complement | 866 |
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Robuste was an 74-gun ship of the line of the French Navy, built by Antoine Groignard.