HNoMS Tyr was a torpedo boat constructed for the Royal Norwegian Navy in 1887. Built by the Naval Shipyard in Horten, Norway, it was one of the first torpedo boats in the Norwegian fleet. The vessel had a length of 38.7 meters and was armed with one torpedo tube and a machine gun. HNoMS Tyr played a significant role in the Norwegian Navy during World War I, serving in various capacities such as a patrol boat and escort vessel. The ship was decommissioned in 1920 and eventually sold for scrap in 1923. HNoMS Tyr's service history exemplifies the technological advancements and strategic importance of torpedo boats during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, showcasing the evolving nature of naval warfare during this period.

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