Corvette, Ship Class

Corvettes are one of many types of warships smaller than a frigate and with a single deck of guns. They are very closely related to sloops-of-war. The role of the corvette consists mostly of coastal patrol, fighting minor wars, supporting large fleets, or participating in show-the-flag missions.

Most corvettes and sloops are around 40 to 60 ft (12 to 18 m) in length and measured 40 to 70 tons burthen. They carried four to eight smaller guns on a single deck. Over time, vessels of increasing size and capability were called corvettes; by 1800, they reached lengths of over 100 ft (30 m) and measured from 400 to 600 tons.

Used by

• The Light Sea Lion, Marid's Bones
• The Living Daylights