The ketch was a two-masted, fore-and-aft rigged vessel used widely for coastal trade and fishing, and occasionally seized by pirates for raiding. Its stout hull also made it the preferred design for naval bomb vessels used against pirate strongholds.
Quick Facts
| Ship Class | Small/Coastal |
|---|---|
| Era Used | 17th-18th century |
| Typical Crew | 10-30 |
| Guns / Cannons | light or none |
| Speed / Handling | Moderate, good for coastal and shallow work |
| Notable Use | Hull design adapted into naval bomb vessels for shore bombardment |
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