Laid down : March 31, 1909
Launched : May 31, 1911
Height : 104 foot from keel to bridge (28 meters)
Lenght : 882 foot (269 meters)
Constructor : Thomas Andrews
Place of construction : Belfast, Ireland
Maximum speed : 22 knops
Shimneys : Four, but one was used for ventelation for lower decks. Boilers : 29
Reciprocating engines : Two, with four cylinder triple expansions.
Gross Tonnage : 46,328 GRT

Permitted to carry :
  905 in First Class
  564 in Second Class
  1134 in Third Class
  994 as Crew

The title RMS stands for Royal Mail Ship. The White Star Line decided to carry post on their ships since it brought a little profit - and it was a nice title.

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