Originally intended GUCCC pairing with butty 373, Thoth.  Middle Northwich, "V" bottomed with round chines, Star class.

20/12/1942    shortened by order of the Ministry of War (Transport) to 45-40' hull plus 5' ice-breaking ram.  Fore end plates over-plated within, and fore end strengthened with angled stringers from stem back into the hold.

Was BWB maintenance tug for many years and also worked under Matty's colours.

Dec 1958        engine refitted at Saltley with Petter PD3M

Tycho is also listed under Grand Union boats.

Tycho (pic D Reynolds)
Tycho (pic D Reynolds)